Wizz Air Abu Dhabi — Check-in & Flight Status (2025)
Online/app check-in available. With a purchased seat, it opens up to 30 days before departure; otherwise ~24 hours. Online check-in typically closes ~3 hours before departure. At Abu Dhabi (AUH), bag-drop counters open ~2 hours and close ~40 minutes; boarding gate closes ~30 minutes. Free under-seat bag up to 40×30×20 cm; WIZZ Priority adds a 55×40×23 cm (max 10 kg) trolley bag. Links, tools and FAQs.
Quick official links
Flight numbers: Wizz Air Abu Dhabi operates as 5W / WAZ (distinct from Wizz Air Hungary W6 / WZZ and Wizz Air UK W9 / WUK). Always check your flight code on your confirmation and the status page.
Schedule & Flight Status — Wizz Air Abu Dhabi
Use the official status tool for day-of updates. Third-party trackers are useful as a backup.
How to check in (online & at the airport)
- Online/app check-in: with a purchased seat, opens up to 30 days before departure; otherwise ~24 hours. Typically closes ~3 hours before departure.
- Download/save your mobile boarding pass in the Wizz app or print it (if required by the airport).
- If you have checked baggage, go to the bag-drop counter (opens ~2h; closes ~40m before departure).
- Proceed to security and your gate. Be at the gate by ~30 minutes before departure (gate closing time).
Some airports may require printed boarding passes or have local cut-off times. Always follow the instructions in your booking and on the day-of status page.
Good to know
- Save Online/app check-in avoids airport check-in fees at many stations.
- Cabin bags: one free under-seat item (40×30×20 cm). WIZZ Priority adds a 55×40×23 cm, max 10 kg trolley bag.
- Arrive early at Abu Dhabi (AUH) during peaks; security and immigration can be busy.
Baggage — essentials
Max 40×30×20 cm — must fit under the seat.
Adds one trolley bag up to 55×40×23 cm, max 10 kg, plus priority boarding.
Typically 10 kg, 20 kg, 26 kg or 32 kg — fees vary by route.
Cabin baggage
- One free under-seat item per passenger (40×30×20 cm).
- Only WIZZ Priority includes an additional overhead trolley (55×40×23 cm, max 10 kg).
Checked baggage
- Buy online for the best price; weight options typically 10/20/26/32 kg.
- Oversize/overweight fees apply; sports equipment has special rules.
Verify on official pages: Baggage allowance • Online check-in • Help Centre.
Interactive tools
Check-in window calculator
Popular departure airports — quick info
AUH — Abu Dhabi (Primary base)
Main hub for Wizz Air Abu Dhabi (5W/WAZ). Allow extra time for immigration and security at peaks.
KWI — Kuwait
Carry-on enforcement can be strict; stick to 40×30×20 cm for the free item.
Troubleshooting — when things don’t work
- Online check-in closed — if you miss the online window (~3h before), you may need to check in at the airport (fees may apply).
- Boarding pass issues — some airports require printed passes; use the app and keep a PDF copy.
- Bag too big/heavy — consider buying WIZZ Priority (for trolley) or checked baggage; otherwise fees apply at the airport.
- Name/booking changes — use “Manage booking” or the Help Centre for options (time-sensitive).
Pre-flight checklist (printable)
- Passport/ID & visas (if required)
- Wizz app installed & logged in
- Boarding pass saved/printed
- Under-seat bag 40×30×20 cm (Priority: trolley 55×40×23 cm ≤10 kg)
- Checked bags bought/paid and within weight
- At the airport ~2h before; bag-drop closes ~40m; gate closes ~30m