Flying With a Baby on Wizz Air: Everything You Need to Know (2026)

By BabyTravel UK Editorial Team · Last updated April 2026

Infant lap seat policy and fees

Wizz Air charges a fee for lap infants — currently around £27–32 per one-way flight, though this varies by route. Unlike Ryanair's flat £25 across all routes, Wizz Air's fee shifts depending on the specific destination, so always verify the exact charge when booking your route. The infant fee is added at checkout when you select the infant as a passenger.

The minimum age to fly with Wizz Air is 14 days. Bring your baby's birth certificate and passport to the airport. For very young infants flying close to the minimum age, a letter from your GP or midwife confirming fitness to fly is sensible — airport staff can occasionally ask for one.

Wizz Air operates a one infant per adult rule, and there is a limit to the number of infants allowed per flight. Infants cannot be seated in exit rows. Both the adult and infant must travel on the same flight — you cannot book them separately.

Pushchair and stroller rules

Wizz Air does not allow pushchairs in the cabin — all pushchairs must be gate-checked at the boarding gate, free of charge. This applies regardless of the pushchair's folded size, which means even compact cabin-approved models like the Babyzen YOYO² or Bugaboo Butterfly cannot go in the overhead locker on Wizz Air flights.

Gate-checking means you use your pushchair through the terminal, fold it at the aircraft door, and Wizz Air staff load it into the hold. On arrival it's returned at the jet bridge or baggage reclaim — ask when handing it over so you know where to expect it. A lightweight gate-check stroller bag helps protect your pushchair during hold handling. For more detail, see our complete flying with a baby guide.

Bassinet / skycot availability

Wizz Air does not offer bassinets on any route. The airline operates short to medium-haul routes across Europe, which are not typically configured with bulkhead bassinet fittings. Your baby will be on your lap for the entire flight on all Wizz Air services.

If you're travelling on a longer haul route where a bassinet matters, consider airlines like British Airways, KLM, or TAP Air Portugal instead — see our airline comparison for the full breakdown.

Car seat policy — rear-facing only

This is Wizz Air's most distinctive baby policy, and one that catches many parents off guard: Wizz Air only permits rear-facing car seats in the cabin. Forward-facing car seats are not allowed, regardless of whether the model meets other safety standards. If you want to bring a car seat on board for your child's own seat, it must be a rear-facing model approved for aircraft use.

For a car seat to be used in the cabin, your child must have their own seat booked and paid for. The car seat must also meet Wizz Air's approval requirements — check their current list before travel. Most families flying with Wizz Air will gate-check or hold-check a car seat rather than bring it into the cabin. Car seats travel free in the hold alongside your pushchair.

Formula, breast milk, and baby food

Wizz Air flights depart from UK airports where the standard rules apply: breast milk, formula, and expressed milk are exempt from the 100 ml liquid restriction. You can carry as much as you need for the journey. Security staff may ask you to open containers or remove bottles from your bag for inspection — this is routine across all UK airports.

Cabin crew can provide hot water to warm formula or baby food on board. Wizz Air doesn't operate a specific baby meal service, so bring everything your baby needs for the flight. For guidance on navigating airport security with baby milk, see our breast milk and formula at UK airport security guide.

Nappy bag and extra hand luggage allowance

Wizz Air's infant bag allowance is one of the better ones among budget carriers. Your baby's nappy bag travels as a separate extra item on top of your own cabin bag — it doesn't eat into your personal allowance. The extra bag can be up to 40×30×20 cm and 10 kg.

Ten kilograms is a generous infant bag limit — significantly better than Ryanair's 5 kg. You can pack nappies, wipes, changes of clothes, formula, and a good selection of toys and snacks without running up against the limit. Use our baby hand luggage checklist to plan what genuinely needs to travel in the cabin versus the hold.

Booking tips: how to add an infant to a Wizz Air booking

• Book direct: Add your infant during the booking process on wizzair.com. Select the infant as a passenger type, enter their details, and the fee is applied at checkout. Third-party booking sites sometimes mishandle infant additions, so booking direct is more reliable.
• Wizz Priority boarding: Wizz Air's priority boarding is available as a paid add-on and includes families with infants. On busy Wizz Air flights it's worth having — boarding with a baby, a nappy bag, and gate-check gear in the general scrum is chaotic. Consider adding it when booking.
• Seat selection: Wizz Air doesn't guarantee families sit together without paid seat selection. With a lap infant, you must sit next to the baby's accompanying adult — don't leave this to chance. Select seats together at booking.
• Declare the car seat type in advance: If you're bringing a car seat in the cabin, check Wizz Air's approved list and confirm it's rear-facing before you arrive. Don't assume a car seat you've used on other airlines will be accepted.
• Infant documentation: Bring your baby's passport and birth certificate. For flights close to the 14-day minimum, a GP or midwife letter is a sensible precaution.

Our take on Wizz Air with a baby

Wizz Air is a budget airline that covers a broad range of European and Eastern European routes from UK airports, often at competitive prices. For short-haul flights of 2–4 hours, it's a workable option for families. The 10 kg separate infant bag allowance is a genuine plus — better than most budget competitors. The rear-facing car seat restriction is the standout limitation: if bringing a forward-facing car seat in the cabin matters to you, look elsewhere. The no-cabin-pushchair rule is a frustration shared with Ryanair and TUI, though not unique to Wizz Air. For a direct comparison across carriers before you book, see our airline baby policies compared page.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is an infant ticket on Wizz Air?

Around £27–32 per one-way flight, though the exact fee varies by route. Check the current charge for your specific booking on Wizz Air's website — the fee is added when you select the infant passenger type at checkout.

Can I bring a pushchair on Wizz Air?

Your pushchair travels free but cannot go in the cabin — it must be gate-checked at the boarding gate. This applies to all pushchair types and sizes, including compact models like the Babyzen YOYO² and Bugaboo Butterfly. Your pushchair is returned at the jet bridge or baggage reclaim on arrival.

Does Wizz Air allow forward-facing car seats?

No — Wizz Air only permits rear-facing car seats in the cabin. Forward-facing car seats are not allowed on any Wizz Air flight. If you need a car seat in the cabin and only have a forward-facing model, Wizz Air is not the right airline. Car seats of any type can travel free in the hold.

Does Wizz Air have bassinets?

No — Wizz Air does not provide bassinets on any route. Your baby will be on your lap for the entire flight. If a bassinet is important for a longer trip, consider British Airways or KLM instead — see our airline comparison.

What is the minimum age to fly on Wizz Air?

14 days. Bring your baby's birth certificate and passport. If flying close to the minimum age, a letter from your GP or midwife confirming fitness to fly is strongly advisable.

How much hand luggage can I bring for my baby on Wizz Air?

You can bring a separate infant bag up to 40×30×20 cm and a maximum of 10 kg, in addition to your own cabin baggage. This is a separate extra item — it doesn't count against your personal cabin allowance. Use our baby hand luggage checklist to plan what to pack.

Does Wizz Air have priority boarding for families?

Wizz Air offers priority boarding as a paid add-on (Wizz Priority). It's available for passengers with infants and is worth considering on busy routes — boarding first with a baby and all your gear makes a meaningful difference to how the first few minutes of the flight go.

Last updated: April 2026. Wizz Air policies are subject to change — always verify on Wizz Air's website before travel. Compare all airline baby policies on our airline comparison page.

Compare other airlines

Every airline has a different baby policy. Compare your options before you book:

• Ryanair — £25 fee, 5 kg nappy bag, gate-check only
• easyJet — ~£27/flight, cabin stroller, infant bag allowance
• British Airways — 10% fare, free bassinet long-haul
• Jet2 — Free infant travel, cabin stroller
• TUI — Variable fee, gate-check only, no bassinet
• Vueling — Flat fee by route, extra 5 kg baby bag
• TAP Air Portugal — 10% fare, bassinet on A330/A321LR
• KLM — No minimum age, bassinet, 12 kg baby bag
• Aer Lingus — Transatlantic bassinet, no cabin car seats
• Lufthansa — Long-haul bassinets, Frankfurt/Munich hub
• Emirates — All-fleet bassinets, baby meals on request
• Turkish Airlines — Bassinets, wide global route network

For a full side-by-side table covering all airlines, see our airline baby policies compared page.