Low-cost airlines changed the way we travel and they’ve made long-distance trips more affordable for travelers with a limited budget. They have their ups and downs and here are three things you should take into consideration before booking a trip with one of these airlines.
Baggage
Most low-budget airlines charge you for all the baggage you bring along—even a carry-on. Check their baggage rules before booking a flight and decide for yourself if it’s worth it. In some cases, it makes more sense to fly with a regular airline once you take baggage fees of low-budget airlines into consideration.
Flight Times
Low-budget airlines usually offer the cheapest possible prices at odd times. Booking them isn’t always a good idea and you should try to reach your destination around or before your check-in time. If you get there too late, you’re just wasting money paying for accommodation without actually getting to see the city on your first day.
Layovers
They say that “time is money” and you’ll end up losing a lot of it if you book a flight with a long layover. If you’re using Google Flights to make your travel plans, don’t always get glued to the cheapest ticket, especially if it involves two low-budget airlines and a long layover.