As I sit here with my knees against the seat in front of me, I thought it would be a good time to share some pros and cons to flying budget airlines.
Pros:
✔ You can get amazingly cheap flights. I’m talking $80 round trip from PHL to MCO cheap. You just have to search early and often… and be sure you are searching incognito for the best prices!
✔Family friendly. There tend to be tons of families on value flights. I mean think about it… if you are a family with multiple kids all flying the cost adds up. Flying value eases that financial burden!
✔Pilots and staff are equality as qualified and professional. You are getting the same service as you would in other flights (just without the free snacks and other unnecessary extras!)
Cons:
✖Space is tighter. If you are 6ft 5in you may be uncomfortable on a long flight. The seats are closer together so your legroom is limited. Your tray tables are smaller and well.
✖No free drinks or snacks. Be prepared to drop $8 on a Heineken mid-air!
✖No free bags. You will typically only get one free item a person. I’m talking backpack or smaller… leave your rolling carry on at home or be prepared to pay about $25 for that baby! Checked bags cost too!
My thoughts…
💫Bring your own drinks and snacks on your flights to avoid hefty in-air costs!
💫Fly value when your trip is shorter and no checked bags are needed.
💫Always compare cost and consider all fees including baggage fees. You may find another airline is less expensive after you consider the baggage fees.
💫Suck it up. Try not to complain about the room you have on your flight. Think about your vacation destination and how lucky you are to get away for a while!
