Wizz Air Passenger Rights:
Everything About Refunds, Reimbursement and Compensation
Wizz Air is one of the most popular low-cost airlines in Europe. But even the biggest names in aviation aren't immune to flight delays, cancellations, or denied boarding. What many travelers don’t realize is that they may be entitled to financial compensation under Regulation EC261/2004 in such cases.
How Often Does Wizz Air Experience Delays?
Based on publicly available data and internal analyses by Flywize →
These numbers show why thousands of passengers try to claim compensation every month—but only a small fraction of them actually succeed.
1 in 8 Wizz Air flights is delayed by more than 2 hours.
Around 5% of flights are canceled at the last minute..
Summer months (July–September) are particularly problematic, with disruption rates rising by 25–30%.
What Are Your Rights Under EC261?
If you fly from an EU country with Wizz Air, or to the EU with Wizz Air as an EU carrier, you may be entitled to compensation in the event of →
A delay of more than 3 hours at your final destination.
Flight cancellation with less than 14 days notice
Denied boarding due to overbooking
How Much Compensation Can You Receive?
The compensation you’re entitled to depends on the distance of your flight and the length of the delay
Up to 1 500 km
250 €
1 500 km - 3 500 km
400 €
More than 3 500 km
600 €
Example: A delayed flight from Bratislava to London (3.5 hours delay) = €250 compensation.
What Else Can You Claim?
In addition to financial compensation, if your flight is delayed or canceled, you may also be entitled to:
Meals and refreshments
Hotel accommodation and transport to/from the hotel
for long delays
A replacement flight or refund of your ticket
Reimbursement of additional expenses
(e.g., alternative transport, overnight stay) if the airline fails to provide them
Why Travelers Choose Flywize Over Dealing With Wizz Air Directly
Airlines—including Wizz Air—frequently reject compensation claims by citing “extraordinary circumstances” like bad weather, technical issues, or strikes.
In January 2024, the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) ordered Wizz Air to pay around £1.2 million to roughly 6,000 passengers whose claims were unfairly denied.
➤ That’s where Flywize comes in
Free case evaluation.
Experts in EU & international air passenger law
(EC261 + Montreal Convention)
We handle communication and legal pressure on the airline
Over 90% success rate
No win, no fee - you pay nothing unless we succeed
“We’ve helped travelers recover thousands of euros—even in cases where airlines initially refused to pay.”
What should I do in case of an Overbooked Flight?
Real Case: Canceled Wizz Air Flight from Vienna to Malaga
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In May 2024, we were approached by client Jana
Her flight was canceled 4 hours before departure. Wizz Air offered no accommodation or rebooking.
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Flywize filed a formal claim and handled all communication directly with the airline
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The result?
€400 compensation + reimbursement for hotel and new flight expenses (€189 total).
According to a 2024 analysis, up to 70% of properly submitted hotel expense claims are successful. This shows that documented costs for accommodation or transport can often be reimbursed.
Why Flywize Outperforms Global Platforms Like AirHelp
Unlike general platforms such as AirHelp or ClaimCompass:
Flywize works locally, with in-depth knowledge of Slovak legal context
We communicate directly with airlines,.
We offer full legal support, even for package holidays or complex connecting flights.
Let Flywize Win Your Compensation
Flying with Wizz Air can be affordable and convenient—until something goes wrong. When that happens, it pays to have experts who know your rights and how to enforce them.
Don’t wait for Wizz Air to offer compensation automatically. You must claim it yourself, and that’s exactly where Flywize can help.