A budget airline has launched a new “business class”-style ticket for passengers. It offers premium features, including priority boarding, a complimentary snack and drink onboard, and the ability to block off the middle seat for more space.
Wizz Air carried out a trial in December and has now confirmed that the new tickets will be launched for an additional fee. They will be available as an add-on when booking Smart and Plus seats, with the deal also including the ability to carry two cabin bags. The service, known as Wizz Class, also ensures more space and comfort while flying in the single-class cabin.
As reported by the Daily Mail, the new tickets are available on selected flights to and from a number of destinations across Europe, including Budapest, Bucharest Otopeni, Warsaw, London Luton, London Gatwick and Rome Fiumicino. However, it is not clear how much the service will cost.
Silvia Mosquera, commercial officer at Wizz Air, said: “Business travel is growing across our network, and we’ve listened to what our passengers want. They’re asking for a bit more space and speed, but they don’t want to pay legacy airline prices for business class.
“Wizz Class answers that demand—offering passengers the room they crave and the service they deserve, without compromising our simple, convenient model. We are also committed to staying a single-class carrier with our efficiency targets.”
It comes after Wizz Air recently confirmed the return of its All You Can Fly scheme. For a one-time annual fee, it allows customers to travel on its network for a small booking fee per flight.
All You Can Fly costs €499.99 per year, which equates to around £432, with each flight segment costing €9.99 (approximately £8.65) for the booking fee. However, passengers can only view the available flights on this plan three days in advance, making it more suitable for travellers who are spontaneous and have a flexible schedule.
The upgrade is available on selected flights to and from: