LX vs W6 · 2026 comparison
SWISS vs Wizz Air
SWISS wins on a carry-on on its cheapest fare and cheaper checked bags; Wizz Air wins on a more generous carry-on weight limit and a bigger personal item. Here's how they compare on bags, fees, comfort, reliability and loyalty.
Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction
SWISS
LXWins 2 categories
- A carry-on on its cheapest fare
- Cheaper checked bags
Wizz Air
W6Wins 2 categories
- A more generous carry-on weight limit
- A bigger personal item
Quick verdict
SWISS wins on a carry-on on its cheapest fare and cheaper checked bags; Wizz Air wins on a more generous carry-on weight limit and a bigger personal item. Check the cheapest fare's bag rules before you compare prices.
- Carry-on size
- SWISS: 55 × 40 × 23 cm · Wizz Air: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
- Carry-on on the cheapest fare
- SWISS: Not on some basic fares · Wizz Air: Costs extra on basic fares
- First checked bag (regular economy)
- SWISS: 1 free bag · Wizz Air: $23–$68
Side by side
| SWISS | Wizz Air | |
|---|---|---|
| Bags | ||
| Carry-on size | 55 × 40 × 23 cm | 55 × 40 × 23 cm |
| Carry-on on the cheapest fare | Not on some basic fares | Costs extra on basic fares |
| Carry-on weight limit | 8 kg (17.6 lb) | 10 kg (22 lb) |
| Personal item | 40 × 30 × 15 cm | 40 × 30 × 20 cm |
| First checked bag (regular economy) | 1 free bag | $23–$68 |
| Network | ||
| Alliance | Star Alliance | None |
| Loyalty program | Miles & More | None |
| Main hubs | ZRH | BUD |
Highlighted values are better for travelers. Fees are for U.S. domestic economy flights; on-time data is 2025 U.S. DOT figures for each airline's own flights.
Bags and fees
Both airlines allow a carry-on up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in).
SWISS's Economy Basic can be personal-item only, while Wizz Air charges for it on its cheapest fare.
Carry-on weight limits: 8 kg (17.6 lb) on SWISS, 10 kg (22 lb) on Wizz Air.
Personal items: 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) on SWISS, and 40 × 30 × 20 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 7.9 in) on Wizz Air.
SWISS includes one bag with Economy Classic on flights between the U.S. and Switzerland, and a first checked bag on Wizz Air costs $23–$68 on flights within Europe.
Basic economy
SWISS (Economy Basic): Economy Basic on European routes includes only a personal item (40 × 30 × 15 cm), no carry-on, checked bag or seat choice. Economy Light keeps the 8 kg carry-on, and Miles & More Senators and Star Alliance Gold members may still bring one.
Wizz Air (Basic): The Basic fare includes only the under-seat bag.
Loyalty and where they fly
SWISS is in Star Alliance and Wizz Air is not in an alliance.
Loyalty programs: Miles & More (SWISS) and none (Wizz Air).
SWISS's main hubs are Zurich (ZRH). Wizz Air's are Budapest (BUD). The best choice often comes down to which airline flies nonstop from your airport.
Which should you book?
Choose SWISS if you want…
- a carry-on on its cheapest fare
- cheaper checked bags
- to earn and use Star Alliance miles and status
- nonstops from ZRH
Choose Wizz Air if you want…
- a more generous carry-on weight limit
- a bigger personal item
- nonstops from BUD
On a route both fly, the cheaper ticket isn't always the cheaper trip: add the bags you'll actually bring, and check the fare rules before you book.
SWISS vs Wizz Air FAQ
It depends on what matters most to you. SWISS wins on a carry-on on its cheapest fare and cheaper checked bags; Wizz Air wins on a more generous carry-on weight limit and a bigger personal item. If they fly the same route, compare the total price with bags included.
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Bag rules and fees
Sources
Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Airlines change their rules without notice, so confirm with the airline before you fly.
- SWISS official baggage policy
- SWISS: Economy Basic fare
- Travel Extra: Lufthansa Group rolls out Economy Basic on all European flights from Oct 27, 2026
- Upgraded Points: carry-on size chart for 63 airlines (updated May 16, 2026)
- Wizz Air official baggage policy
- Simple Flying: easyJet vs Ryanair vs Wizz Air hand luggage allowances
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