Airline
Ryanair Ltd. (FR)
Independent guide to Ryanair (FR): routes, cabins, fees, seating, and tips to keep costs low when flying Europe’s largest ultra-low-cost airline.
IATAFRICAORYRDestinations248Fleet349Skytrax2/5
At a Glance
IATA CodeFR
ICAO CodeRYR
AllianceIndependent Carrier
CountryIreland
Fleet Size349
Websitewww.ryanair.com
Customer Service+353-1-249-7700
Twitter@Ryanair
Facebookryanair
Skytrax Rating★★☆☆☆ (2/5)
Founded1984
Hubs
Ryanair Ltd. Hub Airports
Primary hub and focus city airports.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓Very low base fares on many routes compared with full-service and some low-cost competitors
- ✓Extensive route network across Europe with high flight frequencies on popular city pairs
- ✓Generally good on-time performance relative to many European carriers
- ✓Modern, standardized Boeing 737 fleet contributing to operational efficiency
- ✓Clear, app-based and online self-service options for check-in, boarding passes, and changes
- ✓Multiple fare bundles (Standard, Value, Regular, Plus, Flexi/Business Plus) to tailor extras
Cons
- ✗Numerous ancillary fees (seat selection, most baggage, airport check-in in some cases, etc.) can significantly increase total trip cost
- ✗Strict baggage size and weight enforcement, with potentially high fees at the airport
- ✗No complimentary food, drinks, or in-flight entertainment
- ✗Seat pitch and comfort perceived as basic, especially on longer sectors
- ✗Customer service and disruption handling (delays, cancellations) often rated lower than legacy carriers
- ✗Use of secondary airports on some routes can increase ground travel time and cost
