Ryanair, Europe’s No.1 airline, today (Wed, 25 Feb) confirmed it has filed a protective brief with the Hamburg Court to prevent eDreams from censoring Ryanair’s recent press statements publicising the Court’s finding that eDreams’ prices and discount advertisements are “misleading”.
eDreams’ attempted censorship comes in the wake of mounting pressure from EU Courts and Regulators in relation to consumer law breaches by eDreams. The Hamburg Regional Court has repeatedly ruled that eDreams’ presentation of prices and discount advertisements are “misleading” and fined eDreams for continued non-compliance with the ruling.
The German Court’s findings align with findings from other European authorities, such as the €9m sanction imposed by the Italian Competition Authority (AGCM) for eDreams’ “clearly deceptive”, “unquestionably manipulative”, and “misleading” practices linked to its Prime subscription scheme. eDreams’ commercial practices have also attracted sanctions from numerous Spanish regional consumer authorities including the Madrid and Castilla y León Consumer Authorities who found “several infringements” of consumer law by eDreams.
eDreams’ efforts to use the German courts to restrict Ryanair’s ability to publicly communicate these Hamburg Court rulings is a blatant attempt to keep consumers in the dark in relation to court findings that eDreams’ practices are “misleading”. Ryanair has submitted a formal brief to defend the accuracy of its statements and its right to inform consumers about findings that eDreams’ practices are “misleading”.
Ryanair CMO, Dara Brady, said:
“eDreams’ attempt to censor Ryanair’s publication of Court findings that eDreams’ pricing practices are ‘misleading’ is a blatant attempt to hide the truth from consumers. The Hamburg Court has already ruled against eDreams and fined them over their conduct. Our PR simply explained those rulings. Instead of fixing its business model, eDreams is now trying to censor Ryanair’s communications and shut down criticism. We won’t let that happen.
We have filed a brief with the Hamburg Court to confirm that our statements are accurate and to defend our right to tell customers the truth about eDreams’ conduct. Ryanair will continue to campaign to protect EU consumers from these overcharging OTAs. EU Govts and National Consumer Authorities should insist on mandatory price transparency from all OTAs to protect consumers, in line with the transparent pricing being delivered by all of Ryanair’s “Approved OTA” partners. Ryanair encourages consumers to book directly on Ryanair.com or through one of Ryanair’s “Approved OTA” partners to ensure the lowest fares and Ryanair approved transparency.”
2 AIRCRAFT ($200M INVEST.), 24 ROUTES (6 NEW) AND 1.2M PASSENGERS P.A. (+35%)
Ryanair, Europe and Italy’s No.1 airline, today (24 Feb) announced its biggest ever Summer schedule for Trapani-Marsala, following the opening of Ryanair’s new base at Vincenzo Florio Airport from Jan ’26. This major expansion follows the Sicilian Region’s forward-thinking decision to scrap the Municipal Tax at smaller Sicilian airports – a move which has immediately boosted regional connectivity, tourism and jobs. This Summer, Trapani-Marsala, Ryanair’s third Sicilian base (and 20th in Italy), will deliver even more choice and lower fares for Sicilian residents.
Ryanair’s Summer ‘26 schedule will deliver 2 based aircraft (a US$200m investment), 24 routes (including 6 exciting connections to Stockholm, Bournemouth, Bari, Lublin, Saarbrücken, and Verona), and 1.2m passengers p.a. (+35%). Ryanair’s continued growth will support over 960 local jobs and deliver a major economic boost for Trapani, Marsala and the wider Sicilian region by driving tourism, stimulating local trade, improving year-round connectivity and offering even lower fares for both residents and visitors.
Ryanair’s Trapani-Marsala Summer 2026 will deliver:
- 2 aircrafts – $200M invest.
- 24 tot. routes, incl. 6 new to Stockholm, Bournemouth, Bari, Lublin, Saarbrücken, Verona
- 1.2M pax p.a. (+35%)
- Supp. over 960 local jobs
This exciting growth and investment in Trapani-Marsala is a direct result of President Schifani’s forward-thinking decision to scrap the Municipal Tax at smaller Sicilian airports – a measure that is already delivering more routes, more investment and more jobs. Ryanair calls on the Sicilian Govt to take a step further by scrapping the regressive tax at all Sicilian airports to unlock the same benefits for Palermo and Catania, driving more connectivity, more tourism and lower fares for all Sicilians.
Meanwhile, regressive Municipal Tax continues to limit airports’ growth potential across the country, especially in Rome where anti-growth measures – such as a Municipal Tax which is even higher than other Italian airports, the artificial flight cap at Ciampino and AdR’s excessive airport charges – are damaging competitiveness and weakening essential domestic links between the capital and regions like Sicily.
To celebrate the launch of Ryanair’s record Summer 2026 schedule for Trapani-Marsala, the airline has launched a seat sale with fares from just €29.99, available to book now via the Ryanair app (subject to availability)
Fabrizio Francioni, Head of Communications Italy Ryanair, said:
“As Europe and Italy’s No.1 airline, Ryanair is delighted to announce this record-breaking Summer ’26 schedule for Trapani-Marsala – a direct result of the the Sicilian Region’s proactive decision to scrap the Municipal Tax at smaller Sicilian airports. With 2 based aircraft (US$200m invest.) and 24 routes (including 6 exciting new to Stockholm, Bournemouth, Bari, Lublin, Saarbrücken, Verona), this schedule will support over 960 local jobs and 1.2m annual passengers – boosting connectivity, tourism and jobs at Europe’s lowest fares.
Ryanair welcomes President Schifani’s and the Sicilian Govt’s decision to scrap the Municipal Tax at the smaller Sicilian airports, but now is the perfect time to go one step further. Scrapping the anti-growth tax at all Sicilian airports (including Palermo and Catania) would unlock even further growth, lower fares, and greater year-round connectivity for all Sicilian citizens and visitors.
Salvatore Ombra, President of Airgest, said:
“Starting this summer, as previously announced, a second phase will begin. We have delivered on our promise: six new routes, bringing the total to 24 destinations. Our goal is to reach 1.5 million passengers by 2026. In addition, significant investments will be made for a major redesign of our airport. Eight construction projects will begin by the end of this year, with €13.8 million invested in our airport. We can only be pleased — it will be an important year. Negotiations are ongoing, and the goal is to return to the heights achieved in 2016–2017.”
26 ROUTES (4 NEW), 9 BASED AIRCRAFT – $900M INVESTMENT
Ryanair, Europe and Poland’s No. 1 airline, today (24 Feb) announced its biggest-ever Summer 2026 schedule for Katowice, featuring 26 routes, including 4 exciting new destinations: Malaga, Lamezia Terme, Aarhus and Tirana. For Summer ’26, Ryanair will base 9 aircraft in Katowice (3 scheduled + 6 charter), representing a $900m investment.
Katowice Summer ’26 highlights:
• 9 aircraft (3 scheduled + 6 charter) – $900m investment,
• 26 routes, including 4 new: Malaga, Lamezia Terme, Aarhus, Tirana,
• Over 2.2 million passengers p.a. (scheduled + charter),
• 1,700+ jobs supported in the region, including 600 direct.
Katowice remains one of Ryanair’s key bases in Poland, both for scheduled and charter operations. Three aircraft operate the regular schedule, while six are dedicated to the charter market, further strengthening Katowice’s role as one of Ryanair Group’s most important operational centres.
To celebrate its Katowice Summer 2026 schedule, Ryanair has launched a 3-day seat sale with low fares available now on ryanair.com and on Ryanair app.
Michał Kaczmarzyk, CEO Buzz (Ryanair Group), said:
“Katowice is one of Ryanair’s most important and fastest‑growing bases in Poland, so we are proud to announce our record Summer 2026 schedule and the basing of our ninth aircraft. This brings our total investment in Silesia to $900 million – a scale of commitment that truly impacts the local economy.
Our operations support over 1,700 jobs in the region, including nearly 600 direct roles for pilots, cabin crew and ground staff. These aren’t just numbers – this is long‑term, stable growth delivering real benefits to the people of Silesia.
Ryanair continues to expand in Katowice, offering passengers the biggest choice of routes, the lowest fares and the punctuality we’re known for. And this is only the beginning – Katowice will remain a key strategic location for further growth and investment in the years ahead.
To celebrate its Katowice Summer 2026 schedule, Ryanair has launched a 3-day seat sale with low fares available now on ryanair.com and on Ryanair app.”
Artur Tomasik, President of the Board of Górnośląskie Towarzystwo Lotnicze S.A., said
“Expanding Ryanair’s operational base to nine aircraft for the summer season and launching four new scheduled routes is an important signal of Katowice Airport’s growing position within the airline’s network.
Our cooperation is going very well. I expect that in the near future Ryanair will continue to dynamically develop its offering at Katowice Airport – both in terms of scheduled connections and the number of aircraft based here to serve this segment of traffic.”
Ryanair, the UK’s No.1 low-fares airline, today (Mon, 23 Feb) launched its Summer 2026 schedule for Exeter with 4 routes, including holiday hotspots like Alicante, Faro, and Palma de Mallorca. This Summer, Ryanair will operate extra frequencies on its popular Malaga route, offering its customers in the Southwest even more low-fare choice and regular connections.
Ryanair’s full Summer 2026 schedule is available to book now via the Ryanair App, with flights to/from Exeter available from as little as £29.99.
Ryanair’s Director of Communications, Jade Kirwan, said:
“Ryanair is pleased to launch our Summer 2026 schedule at Exeter, offering 4 routes with extra frequencies on our popular holiday hotspot route – Malaga, offering our customers in the Southwest with even more low-fare choice and regular connections for their Summer 2026 getaways. Our full Summer 2026 schedule is available to book now via the Ryanair App, with fares starting from as little as £29.99.”
Ryanair, the UK’s No.1 low-fares airline, today (Mon, 23 Feb) launched its Summer 2026 schedule for Glasgow Prestwick with 10 routes, including holiday hotspots like Lanzarote, Palma de Mallorca, and Tenerife, as well as top city break destinations like Barcelona and Pisa. This Summer, Ryanair will operate extra frequencies on its popular Alicante, Faro, Pisa, Malaga and Murcia routes, offering its customers in Scotland even more low-fare choice and regular connections.
This exciting new schedule is underpinned by Ryanair’s 2 Glasgow Prestwick-based aircraft, which represent a local investment of $200M.
Ryanair’s full Summer 2026 schedule is available to book now via the Ryanair App, with flights to/from Glasgow Prestwick available from as little as £29.99.
Ryanair’s Director of Communications, Jade Kirwan, said:
“Ryanair is pleased to launch our Summer 2026 schedule at Glasgow Prestwick, offering 10 routes with extra frequencies on 5 of these routes, including holiday hotspots like Alicante, Faro, Malaga, and Murcia as well as a top city break destination – Pisa, offering our customers in Scotland with even more low-fare choice and regular connections for their Summer 2026 getaways. Our full Summer 2026 schedule is available to book now via the Ryanair App, with fares starting from as little as £29.99.”
Glasgow Prestwick Airport’s Commercial Director, Zoe Kilpatrick, said:
“We are delighted to see our long-standing partner, Ryanair, further strengthen its commitment to Glasgow Prestwick Airport with increased frequencies on five of its ten routes this summer.
Ryanair has operated from Prestwick for more than 30 years and our partnership continues to grow. Today’s announcement is a clear demonstration of the confidence the airline has in both the market and in our shared future. The decision to add more flights reflects the strong and sustained demand from our loyal and growing passenger base, both locally in Ayrshire and from the wider West of Scotland catchment area. We are particularly pleased that Ryanair has recognised this demand and is responding with greater choice and flexibility for our travellers.
The launch of Summer 2026 bookings, including a range of unbeatable flight deals, is also fantastic news for customers planning ahead. We remain fully committed to working with Ryanair to deliver even more opportunities, enhanced connectivity and increased flight options for our passengers.”
Ryanair, the UK’s No.1 low-fares airline, today (Mon, 23 Feb) launched its Summer 2026 schedule for East Midlands with 33 routes, including holiday hotspots like Corfu, Lanzarote, and Palma de Mallorca as well as top city break destinations like Barcelona, Budapest and Krakow. This Summer, Ryanair will operate extra frequencies on 9 of its other popular routes including Alicante, Malta, Rhodes, and Wrocław offering its customers in the Midlands even more low-fare choice and regular connections.
This exciting new schedule is underpinned by Ryanair’s 6 East Midlands-based aircraft, which represent a local investment of $600M.
Ryanair’s full Summer 2026 schedule is available to book now via the Ryanair App, with flights to/from East Midlands available from as little as £29.99.
Ryanair’s Director of Communications, Jade Kirwan, said:
“Ryanair is pleased to launch our Summer 2026 schedule at East Midlands, offering 33 routes with extra frequencies on 9 of these routes, including holiday hotspots like Alicante, Malta and Rhodes as well as top city break destinations like Rome, Krakow and Wrocław offering our customers in the Midlands with even more low-fare choice and regular connections for their Summer 2026 getaways. Our full Summer 2026 schedule is available to book now via the Ryanair App, with fares starting from as little as £29.99.”
Ryanair, the UK’s No.1 low-fares airline, today (Mon, 23 Feb) launched its Summer 2026 schedule for Cardiff with 5 routes, including holiday hotspots like Alicante, Faro and Tenerife, as well as a top city break destination – Dublin. This Summer, Ryanair will operate extra frequencies on its popular Alicante, Dublin, Faro and Malaga routes, offering its Welsh customers even more low-fare choice and regular connections.
Ryanair’s full Summer 2026 schedule is available to book now via the Ryanair App, with flights to/from Cardiff available from as little as £29.99.
Ryanair’s Director of Communications, Jade Kirwan, said:
“Ryanair is pleased to launch our Summer 2026 schedule at Cardiff, offering 5 routes with extra frequencies on 4 of these routes, including holiday hotspots like Alicante, Faro and Malaga as well as a top city break destination – Dublin, offering our Welsh customers with even more low-fare choice and regular connections for their Summer 2026 getaways. Our full Summer 2026 schedule is available to book now via the Ryanair App, with fares starting from as little as £29.99.”
Cardiff Airport’s CEO, Jon Bridge, said:
“It’s great to see Ryanair strengthening its commitment to Cardiff Airport with its Dublin service now operating daily throughout the summer and increasing to twice daily on select days in October 2026. This is a hugely popular route, particularly for business travellers, providing a vital gateway to Ireland and Wales and further strengthening the economic ties between our Celtic nations.Alongside Dublin, we’re delighted to see Ryanair offering such a strong portfolio of Summer destinations from Cardiff, including Alicante, Faro, Malaga and Tenerife. These routes provide fantastic choice for Welsh travellers seeking a well-earned break, while also supporting tourism and connectivity.This growth demonstrates the continued demand for convenient, low-cost travel from our airport. We look forward to working closely with Ryanair to build on this success and deliver even more choice for our customers.”