24 h. ago Ryanair made a fortune this summer – so why are their prices still rising?

‘The EU Parliament is proposing even more stupid rules’, says Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary

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29 h. ago Ryanair made a fortune this summer – but air fares could soar until 2030

‘The EU Parliament is proposing even more stupid rules’, says Ryanair CEO Michael O'Leary

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3 d. ago A drone sighting temporarily suspends air travel at the Berlin airport

A drone sighting at Berlin’s airport prompted flights to be suspended for nearly two hours

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4 d. ago Wizz Air to let passengers pay extra to keep the middle seat next to them free

The budget airline has announced a new upgrade option for fliers who'd like more space, which it claims will still be cheaper than buying two seats and will come with some extra perks

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4 d. ago Trump administration warns of air travel ‘disaster’ next month as White House hosts Halloween event: Live updates

Trump and his senior administration officials have said they will not negotiate with Democrats on policy issues until the government is reopened

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5 d. ago Wizz Air to trial new premium seat ticket – here’s what you’ll get

The low-cost airline is offering a more upscale experience on some routes

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6 d. ago Expert explains why cold air smells so good as Brits look to book winter breaks

There's nothing like a fresh, biting cold day in the UK - with sunny skies and icy frost, they make the dreary, rainy months worth it. And there's a scientific reason behind why cold air smells so good.

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6 d. ago What happens to your flight now air traffic controllers are not getting paid

Over 8,000 flights were delayed on Sunday due to massive staff shortages caused by the government shutdown

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6 d. ago What happens to your flight now that air traffic controllers are not getting paid

Over 3,000 flights were delayed on Sunday due to massive staff shortages caused by the government shutdown

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7 d. ago Delta launches controversial flight route as CEO believes Americans will soon have a new favorite vacation destination

The new 7,000-mile route will be flown three times a week and will stretch over 7,000 miles

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8 d. ago The bizarre weather phenomenon that has baffled scientists for 750 years: SHIVALI BEST explores mystery behind 'ball lightning'

These mysterious glowing orbs travel silently floating through the air, and even through walls. SHIVALI BEST explores the baffling 'ball lightning' weather phenomenon.

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1 week ago Trump Transportation Secretary warns of travel disruption as air controllers set to miss paycheck

Some 13,000 air traffic controllers and approximately 50,000 TSA officers are currently working without pay

Events

1 week ago 'Entitled mum made my flight a nightmare after I refused to swap seats – was I wrong?'

A passenger took to Reddit to share her frustration on her recent air travel experience when someone asked her to swap seats on a plane

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2 w. ago 'New Concorde' set to return to skies offering London to New York flights in 'under four hours'

Supersonic air travel could make its return 22 years after Concorde was grounded

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2 w. ago Air China flight forced to divert after passenger device sets on fire

The battery ‘spontaneously ignited’ in a passenger's carry-on luggage

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2 w. ago New US airline set to launch in 2027 promises private jet luxury ‘for a fraction of the cost’

Florida-based Magnifica Air is aiming to launch scheduled flights using Airbus planes refurbed with sofas and bars

Economics

2 w. ago Flight attendant dies after being 'forced' to work while sick

During the September flight from Milan to Taipei, the cabin crew member allegedly told their superior they felt unwell - but medical assistance wasn't requested in the air or on the ground.

Events

2 w. ago Is this the quirkiest plane cabin? What it’s really like to fly business class on a British Airways A380

The Independent’s US Travel Editor flies business class on a BA A380 from London Heathrow to Miami. On paper, it’s a classic flight. But Ted Thornhill discovers it’s a journey with a twist

Transport

3 w. ago Is this new British Airways airport lounge the best in the world?

US Travel Editor Ted Thornhill discovers that BA’s new lounge above Terminal E is a welcome return to the glamor of yesteryear

Politics

4 w. ago How politicians and passengers gave up on greener air travel

A renewed push for economic growth has added to technological challenges and problems with carbon offset schemes

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