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Of the 20 major European airlines in our study, Aegean Airlines ranks as the #1 safest in our 20-airline study, followed by Ryanair and Austrian Airlines. Our goal was to compare the 20 airlines using six metrics, instead of simply reviewing accidents, to determine if there’s a link between...
TL;DR The most expensive airline in Europe is also one of the smallest – Norway’s Widerøe. Widerøe is 27.67 euro cents per seat kilometre more expensive than the cheapest European airline (Wizz Air). That difference can cost you hundreds of euros. To avoid the...
Sometimes, trusting your baggage to an airline feels like a real gamble. Will it arrive with you, be damaged, or have items missing? These concerns can mean the difference between travelling with what you actually need and making do with carry-on only. But what if there was a way to know an...
It’s safe to say that travelling as a family can be both fun and stressful. The flights may feel more like a means to an end, but when you choose your European airline wisely, your journey will be easier. AirAdvisor’s list of the most family-friendly European airlines is based on...
With a selection of discount carriers, national airlines, and charters, the European airline market offers almost too many choices for your next weekend away or intercontinental flight. How do you decide on the best European airlines for your needs? That’s where AirAdvisor comes in. Our...
These days, it’s crucial to make your travel budget stretch as far as possible. Finding a cheap flight can mean the difference between taking a vacation and staying home. To help you search for budget-friendly flights, we’ve set out to determine the best low-cost airlines Europe offers....
It’s almost obvious that safety has to be a priority with any airline. Passengers put their trust in pilots, maintenance crews, and safety officers every time they take to the skies. Any avid traveler knows that aircraft safety is crucial to airlines, and they don’t take it lightly....
European airlines that allow pets (in cabin) are fairly common. But what if your cat or, more likely, your dog is too large to ride with you? Do European airlines allow pets in the hold or shipped separately as cargo? Yes. We’ve compiled a list of the 10 most pet-friendly airlines in Europe...
Travel can be both a fun and frustrating experience. Part of that frustration can come from interrupted flights, uncomfortable seats, and even the high price you pay for the privilege. At AirAdvisor, we help customers claim compensation for flight cancellations and delays, so we know firsthand...
Five people, 10 airlines, 9 categories, 30 different factors, and 3 weeks of time. This is what went into our research and calculations to determine once and for all the top 10 airlines in the UK for 2025. We analysed: Almost 1.5 million different flights. 581,846 reviews from 10 sources. Over...
A tight budget is one of the most common obstacles to travel. But with the many flight options available from the UK nowadays, it’s still possible to find cheap airlines for an affordable flight to somewhere exciting. At AirAdvisor, we help thousands of passengers claim airline compensation...
Many people are concerned with safety in their daily lives, and taking to the skies is no different. In fact, it’s hard not to think about safety when you’re soaring 35,000 feet in the air. It’s only natural. At AirAdvisor, we include safety as one of the top factors when rating...
A delayed flight is annoying, and a cancelled flight is even worse. To minimise the instances of disruption on your next flight, we put together a list of the most reliable airlines (UK edition) so that you can be a little more prepared next time you take to the skies. As part of a larger study...
While not usually something that comes up every time you travel, sometimes you need to fly with your furry friend to and from the United Kingdom. When you can’t leave your beloved pet at home, you’ll need to know which airlines allow pets in the cabin or as cargo in the hold. Can dogs...
It may sound negative, but when you need to book a flight, sometimes it’s handy to know which airlines are best avoided. That’s why, in conjunction with our post on the best British airlines (where you can find our complete methodology), we also wanted to establish the flip side: the...
Short-haul cancellations have risen sharply across 18 European airports since the start of 2026, concentrated on the budget routes where rising fuel costs land hardest. On 8 May, the European Commission made clear that this does not change what passengers are owed: fuel price volatility is a normal...
For the past two weeks, travel news has read like a slow-motion disaster unfolding. Reports of fuel shortages are grounding flights across Europe, mass cancellations are mounting, and if you have spent any time recently staring at your booking confirmation and wondering whether your summer plans are...
Missing a connecting flight doesn't just cost you time. It can cost you a hotel room, a meeting, a holiday, and an entire day of your life spent in a terminal. But most people don't realise that the airport they chose to connect through matters more to the outcome of their trip than almost any other...
Every year, more than 1.5 billion travellers worldwide take connecting flights . . .proof that the layover isn't going anywhere. But while nonstop routes do save time, they often come with a higher price tag and less flexibility. So, for millions of passengers, the real challenge isn't the flight...
TL;DR 3 out of the 10 worst European airports are in the UK, but the worst overall is Milan-Bergamo. Our main metric, the LD60+ rate, is the number of flights departing from the airport that are delayed on arrival by 60 minutes or more as a percentage of the total annual flights. We also...
For millions of travellers heading to the mountains each winter, the biggest risk to a ski holiday isn’t the lack of snow, but the lack of on-time flight performance. Delays, cancellations and missed transfers during peak ski season can easily cost you your first day on the slopes. When lift...
Sometimes, booking a flight feels like a leap of faith. Will it take off on time, be cancelled at the last minute, or leave you scrambling to rebook at the airport? For many travellers, these questions shape everything from when they travel to which airport they choose to fly from. But what if you...
If it feels like delays are still a regular part of flying in the UK, you’re not imagining it. New Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) data covering the first half of 2025 shows that while punctuality is improving nationally, some airports are far more likely to disrupt your travel plans than...
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