Wizz Air vs Pegasus
Two low-cost carriers competing for Georgian budget traveler. Wizz Air operates from Kutaisi (KUT) to Europe; Pegasus from Tbilisi (TBS) and Batumi (BUS) to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen (SAW) and onward across Turkey + Europe.
Wizz Air vs Pegasus: сравнение по пунктам
| Параметр | Wizz Air | Pegasus |
|---|---|---|
| Georgian airport base | Wizz Air: Kutaisi (KUT) - the only Wizz base in Georgia | Pegasus: Tbilisi (TBS) main + Batumi (BUS) seasonal |
| Typical base fare from Georgia | Wizz Air: From 120-200 GEL one-way (KUT to BUD, BER, WAW) | Pegasus: From 250-350 GEL one-way (TBS to IST/SAW) |
| Carry-on policy | Wizz Air: 1 small bag (40x30x20 cm) included; larger needs paid Priority | Pegasus: 1 personal item (40x30x15 cm) included; cabin bag is paid extra |
| Checked baggage | Wizz Air: Add 20kg from 35-60 EUR per leg | Pegasus: Add 20kg from 40-70 EUR per leg; Cabin+ option exists |
| Onward network from hub | Wizz Air: Wizz hubs in Budapest + Vienna give onward Wizz-on-Wizz access to 50+ European cities | Pegasus: Pegasus from SAW: 100+ destinations across Turkey, Europe, Middle East, North Africa |
| Punctuality reputation | Wizz Air: Mediocre - delays common in summer peak, especially KUT operations | Pegasus: Decent for short-haul; SAW transfers can be tight; check minimum connection time |
Выберите Wizz Air, если...
Pick Wizz Air if: you fly from Kutaisi, target Central/Eastern Europe (Warsaw, Budapest, Berlin), travel light (no checked bag), and book 6-8 weeks ahead for the lowest fares.
Подробнее об Wizz AirВыберите Pegasus, если...
Pick Pegasus if: you fly from Tbilisi or Batumi, your destination is Turkey itself or anywhere requiring an Istanbul hub, and you need flexibility on cabin bag size.
Подробнее об Pegasus