Most Overrated vs Underrated Budget Airlines — Community Vote: The Shocking Winner

1️⃣easyJet

Community result: criminally underrated for short haul value. Transparent pricing, frequent flash sales, and solid on time performance make it a wallet saver. Pack smart and you get legacy style reliability for bus level fares.

Address: Hangar 89, Luton, United Kingdom

2️⃣Southwest Airlines

Voted underrated for free checked bags and no gotcha fees. Fare classes are simple and changes cost zero, a rare win. Cabins are plain, but the value per mile across the US is hard to beat.

Address: 2702 Love Field Dr, Dallas, Texas, USA

3️⃣Ryanair

Polarizing but effective. Prices can be absurdly low, yet add ons stack up fast. Many flights use secondary airports that can add transfer time and cost.

Address: Airside Business Park, Swords, Ireland

4️⃣Wizz Air

Rock bottom fares across Central and Eastern Europe. Savings are real if you travel light, but schedule changes do happen. Support can be slow when plans fall apart.

Address: Budapest, Hungary

5️⃣Spirit Airlines

Community tag: most overrated in the US due to headline prices that rise at checkout. Works for backpack travelers, but one bag can double the cost. Expect barebones service and frequent upsells.

Address: 2800 Executive Way, Miramar, Florida, USA