Ryanair

Ryanair is an Irish ultra-low-cost carrier founded in 1984 and headquartered in Swords, Dublin, Ireland. It pioneered the low-fare model in Europe, offering no-frills point-to-point flights across the continent and beyond. The airline has grown to become the busiest carrier in Europe by passenger volume, transporting over 180 million passengers annually in peak years. Operating a single aircraft type to minimize maintenance and training costs, Ryanair focuses on secondary and regional airports to reduce landing fees and improve turnaround times. Its ancillary revenue model—charging for checked baggage, priority boarding, and other services—has become a benchmark for budget airlines worldwide. Ryanair Holdings plc, the parent group, also owns subsidiary carriers including Buzz (Poland), Lauda Europe (Austria), Malta Air, and Ryanair UK, further expanding its European network.