Wizz Air Check-in

Wizz Air Check-in

People planning flight travel should have the proper information about the airline’s services and policies for smooth travel. Wizz Air, a leading low-cost airline in Europe, offers multiple check-in options tailored to travellers’ different needs. However, understanding its check-in process is essential. Whether the passengers are travelling for business, leisure, or a weekend getaway, knowing how and when to check in can help to avoid delays and extra fees. Meanwhile, this blog provides information about Wizz Air’s check-in options, methods, regulations, mobile check-in features, and airport procedures. 

Types of Wizz Air Check-in Options 

Wizz Air passengers are provided online and airport check-in methods for convenient flight travel. Meanwhile, both are available to passengers depending on the ticket type and service purchased. However, given below is the brief information about different types of Wizz Air Check-in options: 

Online Check-in 

Passengers can do Wizz Air online check-in for free by visiting the airline’s website. Meanwhile, here are some points related to the airline’s online check-in method:  

• Travellers who have reserved a seat during the booking can check in online from 30 days up to 3 hours prior to the flight departure. 
• Passengers who haven’t purchased any seats during booking, can check-in 24 hours prior to the departure.
• However, minors under 14 years old need to be accompanied and checked in online by a passenger older than 16 years.  
• The airline doesn’t ask for travel documents from passengers travelling within Schengen during online check-in.

Mobile Check-in

It is the easiest and most convenient method for flight check-in for frequent travellers. Additionally, to access Wizz Air mobile check-in, the passengers just have to download its application on their device. However, this app allows passengers to check in quickly, access digital boarding passes, track flight details, and receive real-time notifications. Meanwhile, travellers can use mobile boarding passes instead of a boarding card. 

Important Note: Travellers should know that some airports don’t yet support mobile boarding passes so a mobile boarding pass will not be generated. However, they have to visit Wizz Air website to find their reservation and print their boarding card.

Airport Check-in 

Wizz Air also offers airport check-in for passengers who require assistance or are unable to do online check-in. 

• For airport check-in, each traveller has to pay  €40.00 per flight.
• However, the passengers can buy airport check-in at the time of booking, after reservation on the flight summary page, or at the airport.
• The airport check-in begins in 2 hours and closes 40 minutes prior to the flight departure. 
• Meanwhile, passengers should keep in mind that at some airports, the check-in desk may open or close earlier.
• However, the airline offers free check at those airports where online check-in is not available.

Auto Check-in 

Passengers can check in easily with Wizz Air’s Auto Check-in option. However, given below are some points related to this check-in method: 

• In this method, the airline automatically checks in the travellers and all passengers in their booking 50 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
• Passengers will get boarding cards directly to their email after the check-in.
• Travellers can purchase auto check-in for €2.95 per flight at any time, up to 4 hours prior to the flight departure.
• Meanwhile, this check-in method covers each section of the flight and all passengers in the reservation.
• Passengers should provide their contact phone number for Schengen zone travel and submit their travel documents for non-Schengen zone travel to access the benefits from auto check-in.

Important Note:  Passengers should keep in mind that auto Check-in should be completed for each section of the flight and each passenger in the flight reservation. However, the passengers go through this check-in method’s terms and conditions to avoid hassle. 

Wizz Air Auto Check-in Changes and Refunds

Passengers selecting auto check-in can request refunds and changes under the following regulations: 

• Travellers will not get a refund if they have completed the check-in manually after purchasing Auto Check-in.
• If the passengers have changed their flight, they can still use Auto Check-in if the online check-in is supported at the departure airport. 
• However, the Auto Check-in fee is non-refundable, if the new destination selected by the passenger provides airport check-in.
• Passengers might be provided an auto check-in service fee refund for the flight cancellation done more than 14 days prior to the departure. 
• However, the passengers are not eligible for any refund for the cancellation done within 14 days of departure.

How to do Wizz Air Check-in? 

Passengers can complete their Wizz Air flight check-in process online, on mobile app, or via the airport. Additionally, they can do an online check-in procedure with the following steps: 

• Firstly, visit the official website or mobile application of Wizz Air. 
• Then, access your booking by filling in the confirmation code and the passenger’s last name. Meanwhile, if you have a Wizz account, log in to your account with an email ID to access the booking.
• After that, choose the flight reservation for which you want to check-in and tap on the check-in option. 
• Then, confirm the travellers’ information and documents. Additionally, provide your passport or national ID information and check that the details are correct. 
• Lastly, once all the steps are done download the boarding pass or save it on your phone via app. 

However, for airport check-in the passengers just have to visit the dedicated check-in counter and the airline’s agent will help them to complete the whole procedure. 

What Documents are required for online check-in? 

Passengers doing online check-in for Wizz Air flights have to provide the following documents:

• Travellers’ Identity document, passport or ID card (only if they are travelling outside the Schengen area).
• Confirmation code (PNR) received by email following the purchase of the ticket and shown on the ticket.
• The Last name of the traveller or one of them.

Wizz Air Check-in Issues

Passengers may face some issues while completing the checking process. Meanwhile, here are some check-in problems and what to do if they happen:

• Travellers facing technical issues with online check-in should verify if this check-in method is available for their flight. 
• If the passenger fails to complete the online check-in procedures by the deadline, to avoid any issue they should arrive at the check-in counter or the boarding gate on time. 
• Errors in travel documents can create problems during flight check-in and boarding. However, documents accurately. Meanwhile, for corrections, they connect with the airline’s agent via Live Chat or its Call Centre services.
• Passengers facing check-in issues on bookings made through a travel agency must contact their third-party provider for assistance.
• Travelers can add additional services like priority boarding or seat selection to their reservations even after check-in. Meanwhile, they just have to reprint the boarding card or proceed to the check-in desk at the airport to receive a sticker to show modifications done on the existing boarding card.

Conclusion:

This blog is about Wizz Air Check-in including its types, methods, issues and more. Meanwhile, its check-in process is simple if the passengers follow the correct steps and keep track of the time. However, travellers should go through the rules and regulations for the check-in procedure to avoid any problems during boarding. 

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