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Wizz Air Online Check-In (2026)

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: Wizz Air official website

Quick Answer

Wizz Air online check-in opens 30 days before departure if you purchase a seat, or 24 hours before if you don't, and closes 3 hours before departure. You can check in via wizzair.com or the Wizz Air app, but non-EU citizens must still visit the airport counter for a document check.

Check-In Window

Opens
30 days before departure if a seat is purchased, otherwise 24 hours before departure
Closes
3 hours before departure

How to Check In Online — Step by Step

  1. 1Visit wizzair.com or open the Wizz Air mobile app.
  2. 2Log in to your WIZZ Account or enter your booking reference and surname.
  3. 3Select your flight and enter required travel document details (e.g., passport info for international flights).
  4. 4Choose your seat or accept the randomly assigned free seat.
  5. 5Add any extra baggage or services if needed.
  6. 6Confirm check-in and download or print your boarding pass.
Go to Wizz Air Check-In →

Check-In Methods

Online (Website)https://wizzair.com/en-gb/help-centre/check-in-and-boarding/check-in
Mobile App✓ Wizz Air app (iOS, Android)
Mobile Boarding Pass✓ Accepted
Airport KioskNot available

Documents Required

Booking reference (PNR), valid ID or passport (depending on destination), and visa if required by the destination country. Non-EU citizens may need to present their printed boarding pass at the check-in desk for a document check and stamp.

Seat Selection at Check-In

Free random seat allocation is provided during check-in (24 hours before departure). Passengers can pay to select a specific seat, which also allows them to check in up to 30 days in advance. WIZZ Priority includes earlier seat access.

International Flight Check-In

For international flights, passport or ID details must be entered during online check-in. Non-EU citizens must proceed to the check-in counter at the airport to have their travel documents verified and their boarding pass stamped before going through security.

Group & Family Check-In

Group bookings for 16 or more passengers require logging into a Wizz Air account. All passengers in the booking can be checked in together, but random seats will be assigned unless paid for in advance.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

  1. 1'Online check-in unavailable' - Try clearing your browser cache, using the Wizz Air app, or checking if you booked through a third-party agency.
  2. 2'Technical error during check-in' - Use Google Chrome on a computer or the mobile app.
  3. 3'Missed online check-in' - You will have to pay an airport check-in fee at the desk.
  4. 4'Boarding pass not generating' - Ensure all required document details are entered correctly.

Pro Tips

Non-EU citizens must have their printed or digital boarding pass stamped at the check-in desk even after checking in online. If you don't purchase a seat, you can only check in 24 hours before departure and will be assigned a random seat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I check in at the airport for free?
Airport check-in is subject to a fee unless online check-in is unavailable at your departure airport.
When does online check-in open?
It opens 30 days before departure if you purchase a seat, or 24 hours before if you don't.
Do I need to print my boarding pass?
You can use a mobile boarding pass via the Wizz Air app at most airports, but some airports require a printed copy.
What if I have checked baggage?
You must drop off your baggage at the designated desk no later than 40 minutes before departure.

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