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European Low-Cost Airlines

There are over 100 low-cost European airlines that offer inexpensive fares as an alternative to rail and bus travel. Budget airfares mean that airlines have cut back on other costs. These airlines usually charge for food and beverages. Also, airport fees and taxes are often listed separately. In general, here are a few things that you can expect:

No frills -- No meals, movies or free alcoholic beverages
Seating -- Usually works on a first-come, first-served basis.
Schedule - Departures might be at times that are not as popular
Airports - Usually fly out of secondary airports

Research the restrictions on carry-on and check-in luggage weight, dimensions and number of bags carefully prior to booking. Luggage allowances vary from one airline to another - you don't want to end up paying more for luggage fees than for your plane ticket! Luggage allowances tend to be lower than with the major airlines. Check the airline's website.

Note: If you travel light, the strict luggage allowances won't be an issue. Also, flying out of secondary airports can be an advantage since they are not as crowded.

 

European domestic flights throughout western, eastern, northern and southern Europe. Includes maps of destinations served.
Irish low-cost airline. Budget European domestic flights to 150 European destinations, including Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Italy, Spain, Norway, Poland and Portugal, amongst others.
Budget European airline serving destinations in Italy, Germany, Greece, Ukraine, Romania and the Republic of Moldova.
EasyJet offers flights to most European countries.
This budget Latvian airline serves numerous European countries.
Romanian low-cost airline serving about 12 European countries, including many Romanian and Italian destinations.
This Spanish low--cost airlines serves destinations in Spain, France, Italy, Portugal, Austria, Belgium, The Netherlands, Croatia, Czech Republic, England, Greece, Hungary, Romania, Switzerland, Malta and Morocco.
Aer Arann offers flights within the UK, as well as from the UK to France, and the United States.
Here are links to a few low-cost European airlines:
Index of low-cost European airlines:
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