The Top 10 Airlines to Skip and the Top 10 To Choose Instead

What we’re about to say may come across as a little bit harsh. After all, no airline is perfect, and everyone out there is doing their best. Really, what we’re looking at are the differences between budget airlines and the ones that give you a little bit more bang for your buck. 

That said, in a pinch, if you have to fly somewhere fast, there’s no need to fully cross off any of the airlines we’re about to discuss. Just take the time to do a little bit more poking around online before you commit to a couple of hours aboard their aircraft. 

We’ll start with ten airlines to skip before wrapping up with ten airlines to choose from instead. We’ve scoured the reviews, so you don’t have to. But remember, all reviews, no matter the industry, must be taken with a pinch of salt. 

Spirit Airlines

Spirit Airlines often catches travelers’ eyes because of its budget-friendly starting prices. However, its services are minimalistic. For example, selecting your seat isn’t free – and those types of fees start to add up quickly. 

Ryanair

Similarly, Ryanair appears to have some very nice sticker prices – up front. But, their baggage policies often leave travelers at a loss, and from the moment you sit down in your seat, the feeling of being cramped tends to set in. 

Frontier Airlines

Like Spirit Airlines, Frontier gives the impression of having remarkably low fares, but they quickly add up when you factor in all the additional charges and fees. Also, the online reviews indicate that customer service may not be their forte. 

China Eastern Airlines

The reviews here, too, reveal quite a bit. For example, passengers often report delayed flights, subpar food, and language barriers that make it difficult to communicate their needs with the crew.