Most likely you have heard about the news that WizzAir launched their “All You Can Fly” program, and for limited amount of time they even offered discount of the yearly fee. Instead of 599 EUR, you could purchase the pass for 499 EUR for a short period of time. “All You Can Fly” is a 12-month membership program provided by WizzAir that enables members to travel extensively on eligible WizzAir flights. You can pay a one-time voucher fee and the cost of the flat fee per flight segment when booking. The flat fee is 9.99 EUR per segment. The membership includes all their international routes. Seats are subject to availability, which depends on several external and internal factors. And within two days the entire program is already SOLD OUT.
But – depending of the success of the first wave – the program will come back soon again. So stay tuned, check below the pros & cons, if this is really something for you!
What is WizzAir’s “All You Can Fly” pass?
- WIZZ All You Can Fly is a 12-month membership program provided by WizzAir Hungary Limited that enables members to travel extensively on eligible WizzAir flights.
- WIZZ All You Can Fly membership includes all their international routes. Seats are subject to availability, which depends on several external and internal factors. For more information about these factors, please find the general terms and conditions here.
- For the time being, WizzAir plans to provide an overall 10,000 WIZZ All You Can Fly memberships. During registration, you should provide WizzAir with your airport of preference in the network. According to their website, it is already SOLD OUT.
For whom is it worth it?
- If you have significant free time to travel during a year, and you are not limited by your work in terms of time and location.
- If you have never been in most of the Europen capitals, such as if it’s your first time to do your “Eurosummer” or your “Eurotrip”, and coming from Asia, or the U.S., you should definitely check this program out. Only out of a couple of routes between London-Paris-Barcelona-Roma, etc., you could easily reach the 599 EUR program fee.
- If you are living in a long-term relationships, or abroad and need to visit your loved ones frequently.
Worth to keep in mind though
- Besides the yearly fee, you also need to pay 9.99 EUR for every flight.
- Seats are subject to availability, which depends on several external and internal factors.
- Your flights do not include carry-on or checked baggage, only one personal item (max. size 40 x 30 x 20 cm).
- If there is no return flight available due to seat unavailability or if it is not within the 3-day (72 hours) booking window, you can only book a flight using the regular booking process, paying the full price for the ticket.
- It is important to be aware that if you miss three flights (so-called “no-shows”), WizzAir reserves the right to terminate the membership with immediate effect and without the option of a refund. In addition to that, you might be subject to a contractual penalty up to the amount of the voucher fee.
- Global pandemic risk – remember COVID 19? When almost all European countries shot down, and it was impossible to fly in? Couple of days ago WHO declared another emergency situation due to a viral disease caused by the monkeypox virus (MPXV)…
Final note – Impact on the climate
Flying significantly impacts climate change due to the high levels of greenhouse gas emissions produced by air travel. Aircraft burn fossil fuels, primarily jet fuel, which releases large quantities of carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere. This CO2 is a major contributor to global warming. In addition to CO2, airplanes emit other pollutants such as water vapor and nitrogen oxides at high altitudes, which contribute to the formation of contrails and cirrus clouds. These clouds can trap heat in the atmosphere, amplifying the warming effect. The combined impact of these emissions, known as radiative forcing, makes aviation’s contribution to climate change greater than what CO2 emissions alone would suggest.
The aviation industry is responsible for around 2-3% of global CO2 emissions, but when considering the total climate impact, including non-CO2 effects, its contribution is significantly higher. As global demand for air travel continues to grow, this share could increase, posing a serious challenge in the fight against climate change. Efforts to mitigate aviation’s impact include improving fuel efficiency, developing sustainable aviation fuels, and exploring new technologies like electric or hydrogen-powered aircraft. However, without significant technological advancements and stronger regulatory measures, the expanding aviation sector could further exacerbate global warming in the coming decades.
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