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Low-cost airline Wizz Air has introduced the All You Can Fly offer, which will offer unlimited flights for £534 a year in a bid to attract customers. But is it good?
According to the airline, this is the “first of its kind” package in Europe, but there are only 10,000 passes up for grabs, so if you’re interested you’ll have to hurry. However, the all-you-can-fly deal comes after the troubled airline reported a 44% drop in profits in the first quarter, its shares fell 15% on August 1 and it faced criticism of its operations. . Wizz Air has been named the worst airline in 2024 by Which? and the UK’s longest delayed airline according to The Telegraph.
And, while this may seem like a tempting offer, as always, the devil is in the details and the fine print highlights the pass’s limitations. Here’s how it works and whether it’s worth it.
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Wizz Air’s new All You Can Fly package costs £534 depending on the year.
The pass covers all of Wizz Air’s foreign routes, more than 50 destinations in Europe, Asia, the Middle East and North Africa.
Travelers can use it on flights departing from September 25, 2024 and one is valid for one person.
But there are some caveats to consider.
You also deserve to know that there are certain key dates when Wizz Air does not fly. You can see this by checking the airline’s flight schedule which shows available flights. Wizz Air does not fly on holidays such as Easter and New Year.
When you purchase the pass, you have 14 days to cancel and get a full refund, as long as you haven’t booked a flight at that time.
Also, keep in mind that the club renews at £534 depending on the year.
There are some restrictions that may make this less profitable.
First of all, the pass would only be ideal for those booking a last-minute vacation, as you have to fly within 3 days of booking. Depending on where you are traveling and the time of year, book accommodation a few days in advance. Getting there can be more expensive than usual. Of course, if you’re traveling to a vacation home or visiting family, last-minute flexibility is possibly not an issue.
Secondly, your luggage is included. Wizz Air charges between €11 and €120 to add luggage; Costs vary depending on weight and time of booking. The most sensible thing is that you should pay for the number of seats, which costs between €80 and €100.
And remember, Wizz Air is a reasonably priced airline, so it already offers reasonable flights. We checked at Wizz Air how much another 3 return flights would cost, if you booked electronically 3 days in advance. Trips run from August 17 to August 21. Prices shown are for August 15 and are subject to change.
That’s six flights in total, with a total cost of £750 (luggage and seat selection). So, in this example, you would break even on flight number five, saving a little over £200. But this can vary greatly depending on the time of year you book.
It should also be noted that when searching for an e-book on the Wizz Air website, more than a portion of the destinations departing from London Gatwick were not available on their desired departure date and some were sold out. Therefore, book 3 days in advance. It may not leave you with many functions; I want to be very flexible.
Finally, if you opt for the pass, you will be blocked for a year. With the complaint about customer service, delays and comfort from Wizz Air, it probably wouldn’t be the airline to depend on. Rory Boland, editor-in-chief of which? Travel said: “Wizz Air has been a dismal performer in recent years (visitor service is a specific factor) and its punctuality performance is the worst in the UK, points which are also valuable before subscribing to a subscription.
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