Ryanair Vs. EasyJet Vs. Wizz Air Legroom Comparison

Ryanair Vs. EasyJet Vs. Wizz Air: Which One Has The Most Legroom?

When it comes to flying, one of the key things that most travellers look at is the space for their legs to sit comfortably, and frankly speaking, in the travel industry, legroom is something for which most airlines compete with each other. Ryanair, Easyjet, and Wizz Air are among the most favoured airlines in the world, especially for budget travellers, but one of the debating topics is legroom when it comes to travelling on these three airlines. Their aircraft are designed with economy layouts, with the legroom being small, making it difficult for taller passengers. However, there is more legroom than in other seats at the front and in the emergency exit row. 

The low-cost carriers keep the fares as low as possible, which forces them to prioritise carrying passengers more, despite thinking about their comfort, unlike other flag carriers who actually care. Ryanair candidly said once, "If the size of our seats or doors does not meet your specific needs, you may not be able to board the plane." The European aviation market increased by 3.4% in the previous year and is growing year-over-year, thanks to international passengers. Here, the low-cost carrier performed better than the mainline carriers, where LCCs occupy over fifty per cent of the European aviation market. Ryanair, Easyjet, and Wizz Air are at the top of the chart. 

Ryanair is an Ireland-based airline, Easyjet is a UK-based airline, and Wizz Air is a Hungary-based airline. Ryanair operates on a Boeing 737 fleet, Easyjet operates on an A320-family fleet, and Wizz Air operates only on A320-family jets. As per the OAG data, Ryanair, Easyjet, and Wizz Air were among the top five European airlines that had the highest seat capacity in June 2025. The data has been given below.

Which LCC has the most legroom?

The seat backs are fixed on these LCCs, and there is also no option to recline, but there is a headrest. Ryanair operates a Boeing 737, 737 Max 8-200, and 737-800 fleet. The Max 8-200 is the most modern fleet with higher seating configurations, configured with 197 Zodiac Z110 slimline seats, similar to those of easyJet and Wizz Air. Below are some details about the seating configuration given, which you can read. 

Ryanair Boeing 737 MAX 8-200

• Number of seats: 197
• Class: All Economy
• Seat Pitch: 28-29 inches
• Seat Width: 17.7 inches
• Seat Recline: None

EasyJet A321neo

• Number of seats: 186
• Class: All Economy
• Seat Pitch: 28.5-29 inches
• Seat Width: 17.7 inches
• Seat Recline: None

Wizz Air A321neo

• Number of seats: 180
• Class: All Economy
• Seat Pitch: 28-29 inches
• Seat Width: 17.7 inches
• Seat Recline: None

Based on the above data, it appears that all three airlines have nearly the same seat pitch and width. As the three airlines offer only economy seating, no premium seating is available in a similar manner to full-service airlines like Qatar Airways or Lufthansa. Wizz Air says it provides "both standard and premium seating options," but these 'premium' seats are just the front row, upfront, and emergency exit row seats that provide extra legroom. 

Easyjet does have an option for seat upgrades, where they provide extra legroom, and Easyjet Plus members can have it at no cost. Ryanair does offer extra legroom seats, which are placed in the front row or emergency exit row, but due to safety regulations, they are only available to those who are above 16. In conclusion, EasyJet offers the most legroom due to a slightly bigger seat pitch of half an inch.