WizzAir: Gdansk to Stockholm

The carrier: WizzAir

About

Polish-Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air has joined the big leagues. With an impressive destination tally and many UK airports served, Wizz is one of Europe's first tier of budget airlines. On a fare by fare basis, Wizz offers among the very cheapest airfares in Europe.

Wizz Air's route map ranges across western and central Europe, and its routes are mostly set up on an east-west axis, not a north-south one.

Upside

Cheap fares and a long destination tally lift Wizz Air into the first tier.  The pink and purple website is very cute and has a nice interactive map.

Downside

Route map is more or less restricted to east-west routes. Delays and cancellations are announced at the last minute and left unexplained.

Baggage

* Carry-on: One item up to 10 kg and one personal item.
* Checked: Up to 10 kg of luggage free.  Additional baggage will be charged. 

* Please visit Wizzair’s website for more information on its baggage policy.

Seating

Wizz operates on the first-come first-serve basis at check-in. Seats with extra legroom are €5 in advance or at the airport for €10.

Check-in and Ticketing

Wizzair thinks that online check-in is definitely the way to go.  While, online check-in is free, there is a €5 fee for checking in at the airport if it is purchased with the booking and €10 if it is purchased on the day of departure.  Web check-in is available from 7 days until 3 hours before departure.  All baggage must be dropped off at least 40 minutes prior to departure and passengers should be at the boarding gate at least 30 minutes early.

Tip

Opt for "pre-boarding", when you book on-line or via the call center, by paying a nominal fee (ranging from €2.5 to €5). In this case, you’ll be called to board before other passengers. Wizz-bang!

Departure: Gdansk, Poland - Gdansk Lech Walesa (GDN)

Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport is named after Lech Walesa, a former Polish president. On the outside wall of the main terminal building, travelers can view a stylized "W" (Walesa’s actual signature) and the logo for the airport. Location: Gdansk Lech Walesa Airport is located 5 km (3 miles) from the Gdansk city center. Transport: - Rail: Train line #510 provides service to Gdynia Glowna (Railway Station). - Bus: Bus line #110 provides service to Gdansk-Wrzeszcz (Railway Station). Line B provides service to Gdansk Glowny(Railway Station). - Taxi: A taxi rank is located in front of the main entrance to the passenger terminal. Service: In the airport there are a few restaurants and cafes, shops, and a currency exchange. more...

Arrival: Stockholm, Sweden - Stockholm-Skavsta Airport (NYO)

The Stockholm area's second busiest airport after Arlanda (in turn busier than Vasteras and Bromma) is far, far away from Stockholm proper. Skavsta is in the town of Nykoping. Skavsta is a small airport, but serves as a hub for Ryanair, Wizz Air, and some charter and minor airlines. Location: Stockholm-Skavsta Airport is located 100 km (63 miles) south of Stockholm. Transport: - Rail: The local train station in Nykoping is located 7 km away. Travelers may take a taxi for a fixed price or hop on local bus #515 or 715. Swedish trains are generally very comfortable as a standard. Tickets can be bought at the train station or on board. - Bus: The Flygbussarna bus meets departures and arrivals. There also is a local bus service to Nykoping and Oxelosund (Bus #515 or 715). Terravision allows for transfer to major airports like Milan, Rome, Pisa, Frankfurt, Stansted, Liverpool, Dublin, Bratislava, and Marseilles. - Taxi: Taxis are available at the airport and all accept credit cards. Service: The service center at the airport is located in the main terminal, opposite the check-in desks. Shops, a restaurant, cafe/bar, bank, currency exchange, ATM, and Internet stations are available throughout the airport.