Ryanair vs Wizz Air: fleets and facts compared
Ryanair (Ireland) and Wizz Air (Hungary) 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.
- 647Ryanair fleet (group), as of 30 June 2026
- 276Wizz Air fleet (group), as of 2 October 2026
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: Ryanair · Wizz Air
Fleet breakdown
Aircraft types as each source reports them, largest first.
Ryanair fleet3 types
Wizz Air fleet1 type
Baggage & fees compared
Human-reviewed summaries. Rules change, so check the airline's own site before you book.
Ryanair
Ryanair's help centre sets out the following allowances. Weights and sizes only; check the booking for what your fare includes.
- Small personal bag (all fares): one bag of up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm, such as a handbag or laptop bag, which must fit under the seat in front.
- Priority & 2 Cabin Bags (add-on): the small personal bag plus one bag of up to 10 kg and 55 x 40 x 20 cm, stored in the overhead locker, with priority boarding.
- 10 kg Check-in Bag (add-on): dropped at the check-in desk before security and carried in the hold.
- 20 kg Check-in Bag (add-on): maximum 80 x 120 x 120 cm; up to three can be added per passenger.
- 23 kg Check-in Bag (add-on): maximum 80 x 120 x 120 cm; one per passenger.
- Infants on an adult's lap: no cabin bag allowance of their own, but a baby bag of up to 5 kg (45 x 35 x 20 cm) is allowed, plus two items of baby equipment free of charge.
Source: Ryanair Help Centre, "Ryanair's Bag Policy" and the 20 kg and 23 kg check-in bag dimension pages, read on 24 October 2026.
Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.
Wizz Air
Wizz Air's help centre lists these allowances. Size limits exclude handles and wheels, but wheels may add no more than 5 cm.
- Carry-on bag (included with every ticket): one bag of up to 40 x 30 x 20 cm and up to 10 kg, which must fit under the seat in front. A laptop bag, handbag or small backpack fits this category.
- Trolley bag (bought with WIZZ Priority): one additional bag of up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm and up to 10 kg, stored in the overhead compartment. With Priority, passengers may bring two pieces on board in total.
- Checked bags (bought separately or in the WIZZ GO and WIZZ PLUS bundles): available at 10 kg, 20 kg, 26 kg or 32 kg, with maximum dimensions listed as 149 x 119 x 171 cm. Up to six checked bags per passenger.
Bags can be added at booking, later through a WIZZ Account or the call centre, or at the airport. Bags over the size or weight limits are charged extra. Children's and special baggage have their own pages.
Source: Wizz Air Help Centre, "Baggage allowance", read on 24 October 2026.
Source: airline baggage page, read 2026-10-24.
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Frequently asked
Which has the bigger fleet, Ryanair or Wizz Air?
Ryanair has the larger published fleet. Ryanair 647 aircraft, a group figure (Airline report (Q1 FY27 presentation), as of 30 June 2026); Wizz Air 276 aircraft, a group figure (Airline report, as of 2 October 2026).
Is Ryanair cheaper than Wizz Air?
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?
Ryanair was founded in 1985, Wizz Air in 2004.
Do Ryanair and Wizz Air share a hub airport?
Not in our data. Ryanair lists STN, DUB, BGY, MAN, BCN and CRL; Wizz Air lists BUD, OTP, LTN, FCO, WAW and KTW.
Are both airlines currently flying?
Yes. Both are active in our directory.