#budget-airlines tag

3 months ago

US news

Spirit Airlines is back in bankruptcy with its future in 'substantial doubt.' It's already affecting travelers.

Miami food

4 hours ago

Spirit Airlines plans to shrink its fleet to fewer than 80 jets. It once had over 200.

Spirit Airlines filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in August, its second filing in less than a year, and plans to reduce its fleet from over 200 aircraft to fewer than 80 by Q3 2026.

3 months ago

US news

Spirit Airlines is back in bankruptcy with its future in 'substantial doubt.' It's already affecting travelers.

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fromTravel + Leisure

3 days ago

Are Budget Airlines Actually Cheaper? We Did the Math, so You Don't Have To

Low-cost carriers have to earn money too, and they often do so with significant add-on fees, which can drive that seemingly low price to new heights. Just look at Spirit Airlines as a prime example. The carrier revealed in its 2024 earnings report that its average fare revenue was $45.02 per ticket; however, it also reported earning an additional $63.44 in 'non-ticket revenue,' aka fees.

Travel

Business

fromFast Company

2 months ago

These two budget airlines just announced a major merger-Amazon's involved too

Allegiant will acquire Sun Country in a $1.5 billion cash-and-stock deal, combining networks, customers, and an Amazon Prime Air delivery partnership, closing in H2 2026.

fromBuzzFeed

5 months ago

Travel Experts Are Sharing The 3 "Red Flags" Of Budget Airlines, And It's So Helpful

Choosing ultra-low fares can lead to long delays, diversions, dehydration, and frustration; prioritize operational reliability over price when booking budget carriers.

I flew from Florida to Italy for $260 using budget airlines. My first flight was cheap, but my experience felt anything but.

Norse Atlantic offers a surprisingly comfortable transatlantic experience for a budget airline, exceeding expectations despite lacking complimentary food.

E-Commerce

How a budget airline's irritatingly catchy jingle became the sound of summer on social media

Jet2's jingle has become a viral sensation on TikTok, reflecting ironic vacation experiences and the challenges of budget travel.

fromwww.thelocal.fr

1 year ago

No Ryanair, no problem: Alternative travel options to get to south-west France

Ryanair has announced it will cease operations at Bordeaux airport in November after failing to agree on fees, impacting regional travelers to its 40 destinations.

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#ryanair

fromIndependent

fromwww.glasgowtimes.co.uk

Travel

When it comes to getting around Ryanair's excess baggage fees - I know every trick in the book. This is how I do it ...

8 months ago

Travel

Ryanair to increase size of underseat 'free bag' following EU rule changes

fromIndependent

fromwww.glasgowtimes.co.uk

Travel

When it comes to getting around Ryanair's excess baggage fees - I know every trick in the book. This is how I do it ...

8 months ago

Travel

Ryanair to increase size of underseat 'free bag' following EU rule changes

Southwest CEO says he's open to adding lounges - and flights to Europe

Southwest Airlines is undergoing significant changes to adapt to evolving customer needs.

#air-travel

fromMedium

Travel

How airlines trick you into paying more

fromCbsnews

NYC startup

Budget airlines contributing to passenger boom at NYC-area regional airports

Alternative transportation

You thought standing seats were bizarre! DOUBLE-DECKER seat unveiled

Budget airlines plan to introduce standing-only seats, allowing passengers to lean without fully sitting.

Airbus is developing a double-decker seat concept to improve passenger comfort.

Alternative transportation

Low cost airlines will officially launch 'standing only seats' in 2026

Budget airlines are introducing standing-only seating to increase passenger capacity and profitability.

fromMedium

How airlines trick you into paying more

Budget airlines' hidden fees drastically inflate ticket prices, making air travel more expensive than advertised.

NYC startup

fromCbsnews

Budget airlines contributing to passenger boom at NYC-area regional airports

Regional airports are experiencing significant passenger growth, driven by budget airlines.

Alternative transportation

You thought standing seats were bizarre! DOUBLE-DECKER seat unveiled

Alternative transportation

Low cost airlines will officially launch 'standing only seats' in 2026

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby slams the budget airline model: 'It's dead'

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby believes the budget airline model is ineffective and outdated.

fromNew York Post

Travel expert reveals how to get the best seat on a plane - for free: 'Works. Every. Time.'

Check in late on Ryanair for the best free seat selections,

Europe politics

fromThe Local France

French consumer groups call for EU probe into budget airline baggage charges

Consumer groups demand EU inquiry into unfair baggage charges by budget airlines, citing inconsistent size requirements and excessive fees.