The UK-based low-cost carrier, Flybe is the largest regional airline in Europe. The airline has its main hub in Manchester and uses airports in Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen and Cardiff as its operating bases. Flybe offers flights from around 100 departure points to over 200 destinations across UK and continental Europe. Passengers can choose to join its loyalty schemes - Avios and Spend&Fly. The former is the airline's frequent flyer programme whereas the latter is an exclusive loyalty programme for Flybe credit card holders.
In-flight Amenities
You can choose to book economy or business class tickets to fly with Flybe. Flybe economy seats feature more legroom than any other domestic carrier based out of the UK. Economy class passengers can listen to soothing music on Flybe Unplugged. Inflight magazine, Flight Time is also available for each passenger. Sandwiches, snacks and a range of hot and cold drinks are available for purchase. Business class is divided into two categories - Business and Premium Business. Business travellers get a standard seat whereas premium business flyers are offered seats with extra legroom. Premium class flyers can also access Flybe Executive Lounges where they can enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks.
Destinations
Flybe is not only the most popular domestic carrier in the UK but also makes for a preferred choice among travellers looking to fly to continental Europe from various parts of the country. A few key destinations that are part of Flybe's network are:
- Milan
- Madrid
- Paris
- Berlin
- Dublin
- Geneva
- Budapest
- Amsterdam
- Zurich
Flying from the UK
Flybe operates flights from four airports in London namely London City, London Stansted, London Southend and London Gatwick. You can also book tickets to fly out from UK cities such as Manchester, Birmingham, Aberdeen, Dundee, Glasgow, Cardiff and Liverpool.
Baggage
If you are holding an All In ticket, you can carry two pieces weighing not more than 40 kg. Flyers with Get More tickets are entitled to carry one piece weighing up to 20 kg. With Just Fly tickets, passengers need to pay fees to carry luggage. While flying with Flybe, you can carry 10 kg of hand baggage.
Other Services & Facilities
Check-in: While booking tickets with Flybe, you can choose to receive your boarding pass either via email or on mobile. Check-in facility is also available at the official website. Besides, you can also use airport check-in desks and self-service check-in desks to get your boarding pass.
Frequent Flyer Programme: Flybe operates a rewarding frequent flyer programme, Avios. Redeem the accumulated reward points to pay for flights, hotel stays and car hire.
Lounges: Executive lounge card holders and passengers holding All in Ticket get complimentary access to executive lounges that feature a range of free amenities and services such as drinks, snacks and Wi-Fi access.
