easyJet and Ryanair announce major expansion from London Stansted for 2026, adding direct flights to Paris CDG, Glasgow, and Malmö. Jet2, TUI, and Turkish Airlines also boost services, offering UK travellers more choice and value.
Essential guide to 2026 boarding pass policies for major UK airlines. Avoid fees up to £55. Learn digital vs paper rules for Ryanair, EasyJet, TUI & British Airways.
A Ryanair flight to Tenerife made an emergency U-turn after severe turbulence over France. A doctor onboard treated injuries, describing a 'horror scene'. Full details on the incident and passenger accounts.
Passengers face higher ticket prices as regional airports, including Manchester and Bristol, see business rates bills skyrocket by up to 295%. Find out how this will impact your travel costs.
Italy's competition authority fines Ryanair €256m for abusing its market power to limit online travel agency sales. The airline vows to appeal as it hits a record €31bn valuation.
Passengers on a Ryanair flight from Edinburgh to Faro had a 'scary' experience after the aircraft's wing tip struck a fuel tanker on the tarmac. Read the full details of the incident and evacuation.
A savvy mum from Romford flew to Italy for a day, enjoying amazing pizza for less than a trip into Central London. Discover how she does it and her other budget European day trips.
Travellers left hundreds of pounds out of pocket after Stansted fire and Heathrow tunnel closure highlight a major gap in UK passenger rights law. Discover your rights.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces off against Ryanair's Michael O'Leary in The Guardian's Christmas business quiz. Who will win this festive battle of wits? Read the full story.
Stansted Airport has secured permission to increase its annual passenger cap to 51 million, aiming to become the UK's second-largest hub without building a new runway. Discover the details of the £1.1bn plan.
Ryanair launches new budget flights from Liverpool to Tirana, Albania from £65. Discover the vibrant city's transformation, cheap eats, and how to do a £100 holiday.
Plans for contactless tap-in tap-out travel to Stansted and Southend airports are delayed until summer 2026 due to technical issues. Find out which stations are affected.
Martine McCutcheon joined a Costa Coffee welcoming committee at Stansted Airport, recreating a festive film moment and reuniting loved ones. New research reveals 86% see holidays as key for connection.
Ryanair launches a 20% off flash sale on midweek European flights from just £13.59. The offer ends at midnight tonight, for travel until January 2026.
A former England and Premier League footballer has been arrested at Stansted Airport over a non-recent allegation of attempted rape. He has been bailed until February 2026. Read the latest details.
Ryanair has cancelled its Prime subscription service after eight months, citing unsustainable costs as customer discounts exceeded revenue. Find out what this means for existing members.
Declan George-Candiani, 26, sentenced to 23 months after police found 'horrific' extreme right-wing terror material on his devices at Stansted Airport. Read the full details.
Ryanair closes its Prime membership club after just eight months, revealing customers gained over €6m in benefits while the airline made only €4.4m in subscription revenue.
National Express is launching over 300 daily coach services from London to Stansted Airport from December 8, offering cheaper fares from £11. Book now for Christmas travel!
easyJet announces new Stansted to Paris flights starting March 2026, alongside better-than-expected annual profits driven by package holiday demand. Book your seats now!
Portugal's aviation authority orders Ryanair to accept printed boarding passes, challenging the airline's new digital-only policy and protecting passenger rights.
Ryanair faces unprecedented ban from Eindhoven Airport slots after consistent late arrivals. Airline calls decision 'out of whack' and appeals to EU Commission.
Photographer Daniel Sakal's £1500 luggage was ripped to shreds on a Ryanair flight. The airline offered just £50 compensation. Read his shocking story and find out how to claim.
Holidaymakers rejoice! Contactless card payments are finally arriving at London Stansted and Southend airport railway stations from December 14, ending years of frustration.
London commuters gain contactless payments at 50 stations including Stansted Airport from December 14, ending unfair fines and simplifying rail travel across Southeast England.
A disruptive passenger caused delays on a Ryanair flight from Krakow to Bristol after refusing to sit for landing, leading to a tussle with police. Read the full story.
TUI launches three new direct routes from Bournemouth, Exeter and London Stansted to Kos, where temperatures currently reach 24C. Book your Greek island escape now!
Ryanair confirms major route cuts across Europe for 2026, axing flights to Spain, Germany, and France. Discover which holiday destinations are being scrapped and why.
Ryanair has officially switched to digital-only boarding passes. Find out how this change affects your travel plans and what to do if you don't have a smartphone.
Ryanair switches to 100% digital boarding passes today, risking £55 fees for those without smartphones. Campaigners call the move 'ageist' as 2 million older Brits affected.