Quick verdict
Eurowings generally offers competitive pricing with a focus on comfort and a modern fleet, making it suitable for travelers who prioritize onboard experience and a wide range of service options. Wizz Air tends to be more budget-friendly, appealing to cost-conscious passengers with its extensive route network primarily covering Eastern and Central Europe. While Eurowings provides a more comfortable and service-oriented trip, Wizz Air excels in affordability and route connectivity. Therefore, Eurowings is ideal for travelers seeking comfort and quality service, whereas Wizz Air is better for those prioritizing low cost and broad destinations.
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This comparison evaluates the key aspects of Eurowings and Wizz Air, focusing on price, comfort, fleet, service, and route network. It aims to provide travelers with a clear understanding of what each airline offers.
About Eurowings Read more
Overview
Eurowings GmbH is a German low-cost carrier headquartered in Düsseldorf and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Lufthansa Group. According to Wikipedia, it was formally founded on 1 February 1993 and began operations on 1 January 1994. Lufthansa took a first stake in 2001, gained full control in 2005 and took complete ownership in 2011. Since 2015 the brand has been redeveloped as a value carrier, and it absorbed the Germanwings network as the two brands merged. As of 2024 it was the largest low-cost carrier in the German market. Max Kownatzki became chief executive on 1 February 2026, succeeding Jens Bischof. Eurowings is not a member of an airline alliance in the sources reviewed.
Network and hubs
Eurowings serves domestic and European destinations, listed as 152 on Wikipedia in 2026. Its operating bases are Berlin Brandenburg, Cologne/Bonn, Dortmund, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Hannover, Nuremberg, Prague and Stuttgart. Its Maltese subsidiary, Eurowings Europe, operates from bases in other European countries. In December 2024 the airline announced significant route cuts at Hamburg and Dortmund, citing high operating costs in Germany. Long-haul flying was moved to a separate Lufthansa Group carrier, Eurowings Discover, in 2021.
Fleet
Wikipedia lists a fleet of 90 aircraft in 2026, excluding Eurowings Europe. The fleet is built mainly around the Airbus A320 family, and the airline has a Boeing 737 MAX 8 order whose allocation between operating certificates was not confirmed in the source. Check ch-aviation for the current type-by-type breakdown.
On board
Detailed cabin, seat pitch, meal, entertainment and Wi-Fi information could not be verified from the sources reviewed, so none is given here. Travellers should check the fare descriptions on eurowings.com before booking.
Good to know
- Frequent-flyer programme: Eurowings ended its own Boomerang Club in 2022 and joined Lufthansa's Miles & More.
- Baggage allowances and change fees depend on the fare chosen and are published on the airline's website; they are not reproduced here.
- Codeshare agreements exist with partners including Smartwings and SunExpress.
- No published punctuality figure was found for this profile.
About Wizz Air Read more
Overview
Wizz Air, legally Wizz Air Holdings plc, is a Hungarian ultra-low-cost airline group. According to Wikipedia, it was founded in September 2003 by its current chief executive, József Váradi, and began flying on 19 May 2004. It is headquartered in Budapest, is incorporated in Jersey and is listed on the London Stock Exchange (FTSE 250). It is not a member of any of the three major alliances. Subsidiaries include Wizz Air Hungary, Wizz Air Malta and Wizz Air UK. Wizz Air Abu Dhabi was closed in September 2025.
Network and hubs
The airline serves 194 airports in 46 countries across Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Its largest bases are Budapest, Bucharest Henri Coandă and London Luton. Other bases include Warsaw, Katowice, Kraków, Sofia, Rome Fiumicino, Milan Malpensa, Vilnius, Belgrade, Tirana, Skopje and London Gatwick. New bases are due at Valencia (2 November 2026), Madrid (3 November 2026), Pristina (16 November 2026), Brașov (18 December 2026) and Santiago de Compostela (1 February 2027). Longer routes include London Gatwick to Medina and Jeddah, flown by the A321XLR, and Katowice to Abu Dhabi.
Fleet
Wizz Air operates an all-Airbus fleet and is described as the world's largest operator of the A321neo. The Wikipedia infobox lists 257 aircraft in 2026. The group reported 262 aircraft at the end of its financial year to March 2026. An earlier fleet table lists A320-200, A320neo, A321-200, A321neo and A321XLR aircraft, with older A320ceo and A321ceo types being phased out. Pratt & Whitney geared turbofan engine problems have kept part of the fleet grounded in recent years, as Simple Flying reported.
On board
Wizz Air sells a no-frills, single-cabin product. The sources reviewed did not give seat pitch, meal or entertainment details, so check the airline's website before booking. Food, drink and extras are generally sold separately on ultra-low-cost carriers.
Good to know
- Baggage and fees: allowances and change fees depend on the fare and route. Check the Wizz Air website for current rules.
- Loyalty and subscriptions: programmes include Wizz Discount Club, Wizz Privilege Pass, Wizz MultiPass and the Wizz All You Can Fly subscription, launched in August 2024 at €499 a year.
- Lounges: no airline lounges were found in the sources reviewed.
- Results: in the year to March 2026 the group reported revenue of €5.69 billion and about 69.7 million passengers.
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