As someone who’s spent thousands of hours in the air reviewing dozens of budget airlines, from the tarmac at Minneapolis-St. Paul to tucking into the tight seats of low-cost carriers across the U.S., Sun Country Airlines has always intrigued me. It’s not as infamous as Spirit, nor as headline-grabbing as Southwest, but it fills a … Read more

I’ve flown Spirit Airlines more times than I can count, sometimes out of curiosity, other times out of necessity. As someone who analyzes the airline industry for a living and regularly flies both full-service and ultra-low-cost carriers (ULCCs), I know exactly what you’re getting with Spirit. The airline’s reputation is divisive. Some call it a … Read more

Flying long-haul on a budget has always felt like chasing a unicorn. Over the past decade, I’ve reviewed dozens of budget airlines, some promising, many disappointing. But French Bee caught my attention for two reasons: aggressive pricing and modern aircraft. I’ve flown with French Bee multiple times, on routes from Paris to San Francisco, New … Read more

As someone who has flown hundreds of times across Asia, Europe, and North America, I’ve developed a deep appreciation for the subtleties that separate good airlines from exceptional ones. Asiana Airlines, Korea’s second-largest flag carrier, consistently impresses me with its balance of tradition, grace, and practicality. In this review, I’ll share my firsthand experiences and … Read more

As someone who’s flown on more than 70 regional airlines over the past two decades, I’ve learned to spot the difference between a marketing slogan and a genuinely smooth ride. Porter Airlines, a Canadian regional carrier that often flies under the radar, has been carving out a niche with its promise of upscale service on … Read more

If you’ve flown budget airlines in the U.S., chances are you’ve either flown Frontier or considered it. As someone who has flown with Frontier Airlines dozens of times across various routes, ranging from quick hops to multi-leg itineraries, I’ve come to know exactly what to expect. This airline doesn’t pretend to offer luxury, but it … Read more

As someone who has flown over 70 international airlines in the last two decades, I can confidently say Turkish Airlines sits in a unique position. It’s not a Gulf carrier like Emirates or Qatar, and it’s not a traditional European airline like Lufthansa or British Airways. It blends East and West, not just culturally, but … Read more

If you’ve been watching Asia’s aviation scene over the past few years, you’ve likely heard of Starlux Airlines. Billed as “the Emirates of Taiwan,” Starlux promises a boutique, high-end flying experience in an industry dominated by scale and efficiency. As someone who’s flown with virtually every major premium airline in the world, from Singapore Airlines … Read more

If you’ve ever searched for affordable long-haul flights from Europe, especially Germany, chances are Condor Airlines popped up. I’ve flown with Condor more than a dozen times over the past decade, on both short-haul and transatlantic routes. And while the airline doesn’t always shine in every category, it delivers exactly what it promises, reliable, budget-friendly … Read more