Ryanair offers ultra‑low fares and high on‑time rate despite strict extra‑fee policies

Ryanair, the Irish low‑cost carrier, continues to draw passengers with fares as low as $40 on routes such as the UK‑Montenegro corridor and with prices roughly half those of rivals like Aer Lingus on France‑Ireland services.

The airline operates a relatively young Boeing 737‑800 fleet and serves niche routes that other carriers often ignore, for example Rome to Sardinia. About 90 % of its flights arrive on time, a statistic the carrier marks with a brief trumpet fanfare when landing at Dublin.

Passengers are required to meet strict hand‑luggage size limits and must pay for checked bags, seat selections and many other services. Last‑minute airport bookings can be significantly more expensive than ordering via the app, and boarding is paperless and managed through the airline’s mobile platform.