WizzAir: Naples to Bucharest

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: Naples, Italy (NAP)

Naples International Airport is the main airport serving Naples, Italy. Location: Naples International Airport is located 7 kilometers (4 miles) northeast of Naples in the Capodichino district of southern Italy. Transport: - Rail: The Alibus shuttle buses run to Napoli Centrale railway station, leaving approximately every 30 minutes. - Bus: ANM buses run to Napoli Centrale railway station and the Piazza Municipio in the center of Naples. The Alibus shuttle buses run to Napoli Centrale railway station and Piazza Municipio in the center of Naples. - Taxi: Taxis are available from outside the Arrivals area. Service: The customer service desk is located on the ground floor of the Arrivals area. There are a number of bars, restaurants, cafes and snack bars located throughout the airport. The duty free shop is located in the Departures lounge, and other retail shops in the Galleria Napoli, on the first floor of Terminal 1. There is a bank located in the terminal, as well as a post office. Two ATM's are located in the Arrivals and Departures areas of Terminal 1. There are bureaux de change in both Departures and Arrivals. There is also a Red Cross center in Arrivals where medical assistance is available 24 hours a day.

Arrival: Bucharest, Romania - Baneasa (BBU)

Bucharest Airport, also known as Bucharest City Airportis, was Bucharest's only airport until 1968, when the Otopeni Airport was built. Location: Bucharest Airport is located 6 km (4 miles) from the city center. Transport: - Bus: RATB buses #131, 335 and the Airport Express #783 provide bus service to and from the airport. - Taxi: Taxis are available at the airport. Service: Airport services include an information desk, cafes, internet portals, public telephones, medical center, ATM, currency exchange, and a bank. more...