Wizz Air (W6) passengers can claim €250-€600 for flights delayed 3+ hours under EU261/UK261. This guide covers Wizz Air's common rejection tactics and how to overcome them.
Wizz Air Delay Compensation: How to Claim in 2026
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Delayed 3+ hours, cancelled at short notice or denied boarding on Wizz Air? Under EU261 and UK261 you may be owed €250–€600 (£220–£520) per passenger, depending on flight distance. The sections below cover Wizz Air's known rejection tactics and how a claim works.
About Wizz Air
Wizz Air (W6) is a Hungary-based airline. As an EU-registered carrier, Wizz Air is subject to EU261 on all flights departing EU airports and on flights arriving in the EU from outside it, and to UK261 on flights departing UK airports.
Popular Wizz Air routes we handle claims for:
- London Luton-Budapest
- London Gatwick-Warsaw
- Edinburgh-Vilnius
How to Claim Compensation from Wizz Air
- Check your eligibility - Enter your Wizz Air flight number and date in our free checker.
- Submit your claim - Upload your booking confirmation and sign our Letter of Authority.
- We contact Wizz Air - Our legal team handles all negotiations withWizz Air's claims department.
- Receive your payout - Once Wizz Air accepts the claim, we transfer your compensation minus our 25% success fee.
Known Wizz Air Claim Issues
Based on thousands of Wizz Air claims we've processed, here are the common issues and how we overcome them:
- Known for initially rejecting most claims
- Frequently cites technical issues incorrectly
- May require legal escalation more often than other airlines
Insider Tips for Wizz Air Claims
- Keep all Wizz Air app notifications as evidence
- Wizz Air often requires firm legal action—don't give up after first rejection
- Document everything at the airport including staff interactions