Ryanair's profits drop 34%, driven by higher fuel prices and lower fares.
Ryanair closes the first quarter of 2026-2027 with a profit of €538 million, down 34%. Traffic is growing, but jet fuel and fares are weighing on the company.
Ryanair eliminates fees for child seats after UK regulator investigation. CEO O'Leary: "We will reluctantly comply."
Ryanair has announced that it will eliminate the controversial fee imposed on parents who wish to sit next to their children. But, says CEO O'Leary, "we will reluctantly comply." The decision follows the launch of an investigation by the British regulator…
Ryanair: Profits soar, but war and fuel prices weigh on its future.
Revenues rise 11% to $15,54 billion, with passenger numbers increasing. O'Leary is considering a contract extension through 2032.
Ryanair is moving to cut Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday flights. Mid-day flights will also be eliminated: the airlines' contingency plans.
Ryanair's CEO and other airline industry executives explained to Corriere della Sera what the emergency plans they may have to activate soon include to deal with the crisis triggered by the war in Iran.
Ryanair cancels flights in Europe: from the Azores to Strasbourg, here are the routes cut and why. What changes will happen for passengers?
Ryanair is canceling flights within Europe due to fuel prices, taxes, and the energy crisis. From the Azores to Asturias, here are the routes being cut and how they will impact passengers.
Ryanair pays the antitrust bill but relaunches: profits plummet in the quarter but traffic and fares soar
Ryanair closed the third quarter of 2026 with sharply declining profits due to the antitrust fine, but revenue, passenger traffic, and fares grew. Estimates were revised upward.
Musk takes on Ryanair, a full-blown clash with O'Leary: Starlink, insults, and the possibility of a takeover. What's going on?
No to Starlink on board: from "very rich but still an idiot" to "how much would it cost to buy you?", the clash between Elon Musk and Michael O'Leary ignites the online debate, while Ryanair presents its plans for summer 2026 in Italy.
Ryanair is halting all flights for Christmas: over 3.000 departures suspended in Europe. Here's why.
Every year, the Irish low-cost airline suspends all flights on December 25th: no tickets can be purchased, neither on travel websites nor on the official portal, regardless of the destination.
Antitrust regulators fine Ryanair a massive €255 million for abusing its dominant position.
Travel agencies have been hindered and competition in the Italian and European tourism markets has been reduced, negatively impacting the quality of offerings and consumer choice. Ryanair announces an appeal.
Ryanair will only use digital boarding passes starting November 12th: no more paper check-in, and a €55 fine for those who make mistakes.
The low-cost airline launches its "green revolution," but criticism is pouring in for its €55 tax on less digitally savvy passengers. A mini-guide to avoiding the fine.
Ryanair soars above expectations: half-year profit up 42%, fares recovering, and traffic records.
Ryanair closed a record-breaking half-year with profits up 42% to €2,54 billion. Fares up 13%, 119 million passengers, and new Boeing deliveries boost 2026 forecasts. O'Leary launches a new attack on the EU Commission.
Oversized baggage: Ryanair launches €2,50 bonus for staff who catch trolley swindlers.
CEO Michael O'Leary increases bonuses for Ryanair ground staff who spot "cheating" passengers with oversized bags.
Ryanair's profits soar: up 128% in the first half thanks to higher ticket prices. And the stock price soars.
Ryanair's profit more than doubled to €820 million in the first quarter of the new financial year, while turnover also rose to €4,34 billion.
Ryanair hand luggage, the rules are changing: here are the new measures. Attack on von der Leyen: "Follow the Draghi Report"
Ryanair announces new measures for hand luggage. The company attacks the EU: "Von der Leyen inert, the reform requested by the Draghi Report is needed"
Hand luggage, clash between Brussels and Ryanair. And now Air France is also charging for trolleys
Ryanair CEO attacks EU proposal on free hand luggage: “This will increase prices for everyone”. But in the meantime Air France-KLM launches the “Basic” fare: fewer services, trolley excluded, and low-cost style supplements
Ryanair Prime: annual subscription for 79 euros with 12 months of discounted flights. Here's how it works and what the limits are
After Wizz Air, the Irish low-cost airline also launches its subscription package. However, there are some limitations to take into account
Ryanair delays switch to digital boarding passes: starting from November 2025
Ryanair has announced that it will switch to digital boarding passes from 3 November 2025, rather than in May. The move will allow for a smoother transition, avoiding disruption over the summer
Ryanair, new rules on check-in and hand luggage: what changes from May 2025
News coming for those flying with Ryanair: the rules on check-in, hand luggage and arrival times at the airport are changing. Here are the details
Ryanair: Profits Above Expectations, but Cuts 2026 Passenger Estimates Due to Boeing Delays. Stock Soars on the Stock Exchange
Ryanair closes third quarter with €149 million in profits, but delays in Boeing 737 Max push the company to further cut traffic forecasts for 2026. In Dublin, the stock soars 5%
Spain fines 5 low-cost airlines 179 million euros, Ryanair hit hardest
"Abusive" practices such as additional costs for baggage and reservations are contested. Ryanair is the most affected with 107 million. The companies announce an appeal, accusing the Spanish ministry of political actions
Ryanair refunds over €1,5 million to consumers for extra check-in costs: Antitrust closes investigation
The Competition and Market Authority has closed its investigation into Ryanair, which will refund over €1,5 million to consumers for extra airport check-in costs. The company has committed to changing its policies to avoid…
Ryanair: profits down in the first half (-18%) but revenues up. Boeing delays and the drop in tickets weigh on the data
Ryanair closed the second quarter with a net profit of 1,43 billion euros, -6%, while revenues increased by 3%. Passengers transported are growing but annual forecasts are down due to delays in deliveries…
Ryanair: New increases on hand baggage fees and priority boarding
Ryanair introduces hand luggage fee increases for those who add a second bag after booking. Here are all the new features
Ryanair moves four planes from Bergamo to Trieste and Reggio Calabria and strengthens Malpensa with new routes: here's why
CEO Michael O'Leary has revealed plans for the winter: Ryanair will focus on Malpensa and reduce the number of planes at Bergamo Orio al Serio. These will be transferred to Trieste and Reggio Calabria, where the municipal surcharge has been abolished
Crisis of low cost airlines: Ryanair revises fares, Wizz Air launches unlimited season ticket
Low-cost airlines see profits plummet and costs rise. Wizz Air responds with “All You Can Fly”: unlimited flights for a year for 499 euros until 15 August, then 599 euros. Here's how it works
Ryanair: profits almost halved in the quarter and average fares lower than expected. Passengers increase, but the stock collapses on the stock market
In the financial year the profit fell to 360 million. Early Easter and the increase in operating costs also weigh on the situation. CEO O'Leary: "Lower fares even in summer"
Ryanair: profit is close to 2 billion, but Boeing's delays weigh on the stock. Rates unchanged for the summer
Ryanair's revenues rise 25% to 13,44 as the company expects an 8% increase in passengers in the financial year. 700 million buyback announced
Ryanair warns: higher airline ticket prices and fewer flights in summer due to Boeing delays. Here's what's happening
According to CEO Michael O'Leary, delays in deliveries of new Boeing planes "will reduce the availability of seats on board". So Ryanair risks another quarter of decline in profits compared to last year
Ryanair, profits collapse due to rising costs. Forecasts for the year have been reduced
Net profit fell 93%. Estimates for 2024 have been cut. The fall in tariffs and the increase in fuel costs have weighed on the accounts. For the year the company expects to transport more than 183 million passengers
Air transport: Ryanair announces 10 new routes from Milan for summer 2024. EasyJet responds with 4 new connections
From the airports of Milan and Bergamo you can reach Tallinn, Marrakech, Paris Beauvais, Athens and Budapest, Beni Mellal, Castellon, Sarajevo, Dubrovnik and Skiathos. Two new bases are arriving in Trieste and Reggio Calabria. EasyJet which will instead fly to Greece, Spain…
Ryanair, seven new routes from Rome. O'Leary to government: “Away with the unjustified tax”
They will leave for Dubrovnik, Gothenburg, Lisbon, Malta, Paris, Gdansk and Riga. The CEO of the company returns to ask the government to abolish the municipal surtax: "I would like to meet Meloni"
Ryanair: it's raining coupons for shareholders on profits growing by 59%. The first ordinary dividend starts
Ryanair pays the first dividend in its history to shareholders and announces special dividends and buybacks. Increases in passengers and prices push the semi-annual. Shares +6% in Dublin, at the top of the Stoxx Europe 600
Ryanair: Antitrust investigation for abuse of dominant position in tourism services
According to the provision, Ryanair would exploit its dominant position in the markets in which it operates to expand its control over other tourism services such as hotels and car rentals, harming online and offline travel agencies, as well as customers...
Ryanair cuts flights to Sicily: “We will reduce 10% of planes and move them to international routes”
After Sardinia, Ryanair also cuts winter routes to Sicily. CEO Michael O'Leary criticizes the government's decisions: "An idiotic decree." And he announces new planes and new routes to Milan
Expensive flights: Ryanair cuts routes to Sardinia after the Government decree. Low-cost companies: “It is illegal and will increase prices”
Low cost companies protest against the Government decree on the reduction in flights - Ryanair cuts winter routes to Sardinia.
Ryanair against the flight decree: "Ridiculous and illegal"
Harsh criticisms by the low cost airline's CEO of the new decree that seeks to curb the high prices of airline tickets: "An illegal measure in contrast with free market laws, it must be cancelled" and warns of "consequences on Ryanair's operations in…
Catania airport, the reopening is postponed to July 25: the airlines are running for cover. All information
It should have reopened today, but the reclamation operations postpone the reopening of Catania Airport. You risk even longer times. Strong inconvenience for travellers
Ryanair: back to profit and close to the 2018 record, the price of tickets rises by 10%
The turnover reaches 10,78 billion. In the fiscal year Ryanair carried 168 million passengers
Lufthansa pilot strike: 2 flights canceled on Friday 800 September. Inconvenience for over 130 passengers
The German company has canceled 800 flights mainly on the hubs of Munich and Frankfurt. Despite the news, the stock jumps 2,68%
Low-cost flights: Ryanair says goodbye to rock-bottom ticket prices, but it won't be "the end of an era"
Fuel inflation has forced Ryanair to increase the minimum fare, but in reality so far only 3-5% of seats have really been sold at "super low cost" prices
Ryanair: fine of 780 thousand dollars in Hungary to protect consumers
The low-cost airline allegedly passed on the cost of the special tax imposed by the Hungarian government in May to fill the budget gaps on passengers
EasyJet, Heathrow and Ryanair flight strikes: better accounts but problems for travelers and new unrest on the way
The companies improve the accounts, but the tug of war between the "air" sector and the "ground" sector remains. In view of new strikes in Europe, while in Italy they cannot be carried out from tomorrow until 5 September
Air strike July 17: Ryanair, EasyJet, Volotea and air traffic controllers stop. Here is all the information
In addition to the chaos at the airports, travelers will face several strikes on Sunday 17th. All at the same time. Here's everything you need to know
Canceled or delayed flights: how and when to ask for refunds and compensation, who is entitled to it
There are thousands of canceled or delayed flights that put passengers' holidays at risk. Here are the European rules on refunds, compensation and rescheduling
Ryanair, EasyJet, Volotea strike: on 25 June air transport stops again. Flights at risk and guaranteed
On 25 June, a 24-hour strike by the main continental low-cost airlines threatens to paralyze the skies across Europe. Here's what you need to know
Ryanair, EasyJet and Volotea strike: June 8th a nightmare for travellers. All information
June 8 is likely to turn into a nightmare day for Italian travelers grappling with a strike by Ryanair, EasyJet and Volotea. Here's everything you need to know
Ryanair, traffic increases: reduced loss and tripled turnover
In the financial year 2021/2022 air traffic rose to 97 million euros, driving up turnover and reducing losses and debts
Ryanair: 273 million in the red, but the title takes off
Revenue rises, as does passenger revenue thanks to easing of restrictions - Company revises traffic estimates upwards and shares soar in London
Ryanair: maxi Antitrust fine for 2020 flights
The case concerns flights canceled due to Covid - In recent days, the Authority had imposed a fine of 2,8 million on easyJet and 1,4 million on Volotea for the same reasons
Ryanair: 2020 is the worst year in its history
2020 will close for Ryanair with a loss of between 850 and 950 million dollars - Air traffic nosedive at the end of the year between 26 and 30 million passengers
Stock exchange: Leonardo in orbit after Boeing-Ryanair order
The maxi order received by Boeing from Ryanair unleashes the sector stocks that are all on the rise on the Stock Exchange - Leonardo on the shields in Piazza Affari also driven by the 482 million contract signed by Thales Alenia…
Canceled flights: Ryanair, EasyJet, Vueling and Blue Panorama refunds on the way
The four airlines have changed their policy, after the Antitrust intervention: customers who have suffered cancellations will be able to choose between refund and voucher - Assistance measures strengthened
Covid-19, Ryanair reduces winter flights to 40%
The bases of Shannon, Cork and Toulouse were closed from November to March and the number of aircraft to and from Belgium, Germany, Spain, Portugal and Austria was reduced.
Ryanair, EasyJet, Vueling: the Antitrust investigates canceled flights
The case concerns airline tickets for a series of flights that were later cancelled: the companies were supposed to offer customers a refund, but they simply sent them a voucher
Ryanair flights: anti-Covid regulations violated, Enac threatens to stop
According to the Civil Aviation Authority, the conditions to reduce the risk of contagion from Coronavirus are not respected on Ryanair flights - The company risks having to halve passengers, or even remain on the ground
Ryanair, hand luggage in the cabin: "The stop is madness"
The Irish company is attacking ENAV's decision to ban luggage in overhead bins on board. And he argues that instead of reducing the risks of contagion, he will increase them - The measure has a negative impact on the low cost accounts -…
Flights and coronavirus: the rules on the plane (and at the airport)
Two European agencies have published a document containing the rules to follow by plane - With the coronavirus, flights change: here's what you need to know about masks, distances and refunds
Alitalia: squeeze on Ryanair and low cost to save it
In addition to allocating 3,35 billion (more than to Healthcare) to keep Alitalia on its feet, the Government will require foreign low-cost companies to apply the minimum wages as in Italian employment contracts - Restrictions also at airports
Travel, customer rights: reimbursement, vouchers and clear prices
The Coronavirus has hit tourism hard, but in addition to the operators, customers must be protected - The EU and the Antitrust side with travellers: more price transparency in airline offers and the right to choose between…
Ryanair returns to fly in July: rules for passengers
From 1 July the company will restore 40% of flights for a total of XNUMX aircraft per day - New rules for passengers boarding
Ryanair, EasyJet, Lufthansa: planes grounded due to Covid-19
Ryanair, EasyJet and Lufthansa announce the suspension of almost all scheduled flights in the coming weeks and join the chorus of voices raising the alarm about the future of global aviation. Here's how to adjust
Trenitalia changes reservations. Ryanair and British: stop to flights
From today, those who book a seat on the Frecce are sure to keep a safe distance from other people to avoid contagion from the coronavirus - In the skies, several Delta flights between Italy and the USA - Spain and Austria...
Airlines: peak profits and stock market crashes
Rising costs, strikes, the tariff war and many geopolitical events (from the tariff war to Brexit) not to mention the Boeing crisis, are bringing airlines to their knees: balance sheets are crying and headlines…
Ryanair: profits fall, revenues and passengers rise
Net profit down by 21% - The reduction in the price of airline tickets, the higher cost of kerosene and the greater guarantees granted to personnel weigh.
Ryanair: profit collapses by 29%, on revenues and passengers
Increased competition forced Ryanair to sell its tickets at lower prices - Profit suffered, down to 1,02 billion - Cautious guidance on 2019-2020 - Stock falls sharply in London
Babies and Ryanair, fake scandal: babies on planes always pay
A controversy has arisen on social networks against the "baby supplement" of the low cost carrier, but in reality all companies impose a surcharge (and not from today)
Ryanair in the crosshairs of Inps and Inail: it has processed the contributions
The Irish airline has been challenged for tax evasion of 9 million euros, calculated on the basis of assessments relating to 2014 only - However, similar precedents prove Ryanair right.
Ryanair, Wizz Air and the deception of trolleys: fine by the Antitrust
According to the Authority, the changes made to the transport rules for large hand luggage "constitute an unfair commercial practice, as they mislead the consumer about the actual ticket price"
Ryanair rises to 100% of Laudamotion: more planes and passengers
The Irish company announced that in December it had completed the acquisition of the entire low-cost share capital of Niki Lauda, the great Formula 1 champion with Ferrari - New hires are on the way
Ryanair, O'Leary under the siege of British funds
Hard times for the Irish low-cost airline: LAPFF, an influential forum that brings together British social security funds and a 1% shareholder of Ryanair, is not happy with the way management treats its workers and is about to ask for the chairman's head…
Ryanair, the Antitrust Blocks the increase on hand luggage
The Competition Authority has suspended the increase in the price of hand luggage which should have started on November 1st. The measure also affects Wizz Air. The companies will have to report within 5 days how they intend to operate
Ryanair, still controversy on baggage. Stop the Antitrust
On all Ryanair flights scheduled from November 10, you will have to pay for hand baggage even under XNUMX kilos. The Antitrust initiates a new proceeding and requests the suspension of the commercial practice considered unfair. The company has nine…
Stock exchange: Ryanair in free fall in London and Wall Street
Double-digit loss on the London Stock Exchange for Ryanair stock which, in the afternoon, also collapses on the Nasdaq - The downward revision of profit estimates due to the series of strikes this summer has pushed sales
Ryanair strike: nightmare Friday, 40 passengers grounded
Very serious disruption in European skies due to the ongoing strike of Ryanair's cabin crews - 250 flights cancelled, 100 more than expected, severe delays throughout Europe
Ryanair baggage: Antitrust in the field, investigates the new costs
The Competition Authority has initiated proceedings against the low-cost airline to verify whether an "unfair commercial practice" has been implemented. The premise is that baggage should be considered an essential element of transportation
Ryanair, Italy: strike on 28 September, but the union splits
Anpav, Anpac and Fit Cisl are one step away from the definitive agreement on the national collective agreement, but CGIL and Uiltrasporti announce their participation in the strike at the end of the month.
Ryanair conquers the former company of Lauda
Irish low-cost airline acquires 75% of Laudamotion for 50 million euros - By summer 2019 doubled aircraft, increases for pilots and new service plan - Niki Lauda remains in the group as president of the…
Ryanair signs the first pilot collective agreement in Italy
With this contract, Ryanair recognizes that its pilots comply with the rules established by the Italian national law. Anpac: "Historical event, it is the first collective labor agreement for Ryanair's flight crew signed in Europe"
Ryanair: goodbye to the second hand bag for free
From November 1, it will be possible to board the planes of the Irish low-cost airline only with a small personal bag - To take another piece of hand luggage with you, you will have to pay between 8 and 10 euros each way or buy…
Ryanair finds an agreement with the Irish pilots and the title flies
After a months-long negotiation and a river meeting lasting over 22 hours, Ryanair has reached an agreement with the Irish pilots which should put an end to the numerous inconveniences experienced by European passengers in recent months - A referendum soon…
Planes, the hot summer of low cost: strikes by Ryanair and Vueling
The Spanish low cost staff will stop for 24 hours on July 21st - Ryanair staff instead crosses arms on July 12th only in Ireland and then on July 24th and 25th in Italy (only on the 24th),…
Ryanair: mini Antitrust fine for maxi cancellations
The Authority allowed the Irish carrier to pay only 1,85 million euros for the rain of canceled flights in September and October 2017 - The fine was reduced because the company has remedied its misconduct
Ryanair makes peace with the Italian pilots: there is an agreement
After months of battles and negotiations, Ryanair formally recognizes the union of Italian pilots - Anpac: "It's a historic turning point" - The company: "Soon other agreements throughout Europe".
Ryanair: 37 new routes from Italy, here's what they are
The airports involved are Milan Bergamo, Bologna, Pisa, Ciampino, Pescara, Naples, Bari, Brindisi, Palermo, Catania and Cagliari - Here are the new routes.
Ryanair: double-digit profits, passengers also increase
The Irish low-cost airline has presented its quarterly accounts which show good results, despite clashes with pilots and unrest that have penalized traffic - it has also announced a share buyback plan.
Air strike, 15 December: Ryanair, Vueling, Enav and Alitalia stop
Today there is a risk of serious inconvenience in the Italian skies due to the accumulation of different protests which will involve not only Alitalia, Ryanair and Vueling, but also Enav and Enac: everything you need to know. However, Ryanair changes its strategy and recognizes…
Ryanair in the storm between strikes and sanctions
In view of the strikes in the coming days, the Irish company threatens to punish pilots and flight attendants, but Minister Calenda rises up: "Unworthy move" - According to Guarantor Passarelli: "Unconstitutional action".
Ryanair, Amazon, Ikea, Facebook, Apple: globalization can be managed
DA inPiu.net - The moves of the giants of the new economy that feed the news these days show that the effects of globalization and international competition can be suffered or governed but it is up to us to decide which road to take…
Ryanair and the pilots: strikes and punishments in sight
Ryanair threatens to remove benefits and salary increases from pilots and flight attendants if they continue the strikes announced for Friday in Italy and for Wednesday 20 December in Germany and Ireland - Minister Calenda: "Unworthy threat, we must…
Ryanair, canceled flights: Antitrust threatens maxi fine
According to the Antitrust, passengers who suffer flight cancellations do not have the adequate means of information to request a refund or change their flight. The decision comes after the precautionary measure of October 25, which did not have positive results
Ryanair, profit grows despite the inconveniences
The British company maintains its estimates for 2017-2018 with a profit between 1,4 and 1,45 billion euros. Passenger traffic on the rise, ticket prices down by 5%.
Ryanair canceled flights, the Antitrust imposes more clarity on refunds
The Authority asked Ryanair to inform Italian consumers of the rights associated with flight cancellations both through direct communication and with information easily available on the home page of the company's website in Italian.
Transport strike 26 and 27 October: Rome with Atac and Milan with Atm at risk of chaos
The entire transport sector will be affected by the strike - Trains, buses, subways and planes at risk - Local transport stopped in the big cities: Atac in Rome, Atm in Milan, Gtt in Turin, Ataf in Florence - Trenitalia and Italo publish…
Ryanair, hand luggage: from January only one
The debut of the new rules on hand luggage postponed by a few months - Until 14 January, those who fly with Ryanair will be able to continue to carry two bags on board - Rules and fares will change from next year.
Ryanair: strike on 27 October
The protest will last 4 hours and will involve pilots, hostesses and stewards. The Fit Cisl lasts: "Now the company assumes responsibility in the face of the escape of personnel". This would be the first strike affecting Ryanair in Italy
Alitalia: EasyJet also withdraws
According to an article in Milano Finanza, the British low-cost airline could change its mind due to the resignation of CEO Carolyn McCall and the ongoing offer for Air Berlin assets.
Ryanair cancels flights until March and renounces Alitalia
The cancellations will affect 34 routes leading to a total of 18 flights cut. Of the suspended airline routes, eleven concern Italian airports - Customers are offered an alternative flight or a full refund together with a 40…
Alitalia: Ryanair withdraws from the tender
The company explains that with this step backwards it intends to avoid distractions to its management - Meanwhile the chaos continues cancellations: the company announced today that it will cut further routes until March 2018
Ryanair cancels further flights until March 2018
Inconvenience for around 400 passengers across Europe - Those who already have a ticket will be able to choose between an alternative flight or a full refund together with a voucher to book other Ryanair services.
Ryanair apologizes: will pay the refunds
After days of discomfort at airports due to flight cancellations, the number one of the Irish company apologizes, but assures that the company will never be unionized - Ryanair is committed to facilitating the process for passengers to obtain refunds and…