Eurowings vs Vueling: fleets and facts compared
Eurowings (Germany) and Vueling (Spain) side by side: fleet size, main aircraft type, founding year, hubs and status, each from our database with its source and date. Both are among the larger low-cost airlines in Europe in our directory.
- 90Eurowings fleet, as of 1 May 2026
- 142Vueling fleet, as of 1 August 2025
At a glance
Each fact from our database. A grey tint marks the larger value in a row; it is not a verdict.
Data last updated: Eurowings · Vueling
Fleet breakdown
Aircraft types as each source reports them, largest first.
Eurowings fleet5 types
The type counts add up to 87 of the 90-aircraft total, as the source reports them.
Vueling fleet5 types
Baggage & fees compared
Human-reviewed summaries. Rules change, so check the airline's own site before you book.
Eurowings
Eurowings' allowances depend on the fare: Basic, Smart or BIZclass.
- Small underseat bag (all fares): maximum 40 x 30 x 25 cm, for example a laptop bag, handbag or small backpack. Infants under 2 on a lap get a second small bag.
- Large cabin bag: maximum 55 x 40 x 23 cm and up to 8 kg. Not included in Basic but can be added; included in BIZclass. On full flights, compliant cabin bags may be checked into the hold free of charge.
- Checked bags: Basic includes none; Smart includes one bag of up to 23 kg; BIZclass includes two bags of up to 32 kg each. Extra bags of up to 12 kg, 23 kg or 32 kg can be added online or through the call centre.
- Limits: no more than five checked bags per passenger, each up to 32 kg. Infants (0–24 months) get a checked bag, and up to two items such as prams, buggies and child seats per child up to age 11 travel free in the hold.
Baggage can be added online up to two hours before departure. Source: Eurowings, "Hand baggage" and "Checked baggage" pages, read on 24 October 2026.
Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.
Vueling
Vueling's luggage pages set out these allowances. What is included depends on the fare bundle (Fly Light, Fly, Fly Pro or Fly Grande).
- Underseat cabin bag (all bookings): one bag up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm, which must fit under the seat in front. Purchases made at the airport may also be carried on board.
- Overhead-locker bag: up to 10 kg and 55 x 40 x 20 cm. Included with Fly (if selected during booking), Fly Pro and Fly Grande, for Vueling Club Premium members, for passengers who have requested airport assistance and for those travelling with a baby; otherwise it can be added to the booking.
- Checked luggage: bags of 15, 20, 25 or 30 kg can be booked. Fly and Fly Grande include one 25 kg bag per passenger; Fly Light includes none. A bag heavier than the weight booked is charged per extra kilo, up to a maximum of 32 kg. Maximum size is 158 cm in total (height + width + depth), including handles, wheels and pockets. Bags up to 25 kg can also be added at the airport.
Source: Vueling, "Hand luggage" and "Checked luggage" pages, read on 24 October 2026.
Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.
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Frequently asked
Which has the bigger fleet, Eurowings or Vueling?
Vueling has the larger published fleet. Eurowings 90 aircraft (Wikipedia, as of 1 May 2026); Vueling 142 aircraft (Wikipedia, as of 1 August 2025).
Is Eurowings cheaper than Vueling?
Fares change by route, date and demand, so neither airline is always cheaper. This page compares fleets and published facts, not fares. To check prices for a trip, search both airlines for the same dates.
Which airline is older?
Eurowings was founded in 1994, Vueling in 2004.
Do Eurowings and Vueling share a hub airport?
Not in our data. Eurowings lists DUS, CGN, HAM, STR, BER and PMI; Vueling lists BCN, FCO, ORY, AGP, SVQ and BIO.
Are both airlines currently flying?
Yes. Both are active in our directory.