People who are planning to travel with TUI, easyJet and a number of other airlines have been told “don’t fly without” by industry experts. While the summer season has come to a close, many people remain keen for a change of scenery, with airports across the UK still fairly busy.
And with the October half-term here in a few weeks’ time, it’s likely many families will jet off abroad in the hopes of catching some winter sun. With this in mind, consumer champion Which? has issued an update to people with plans to board flights.
In a post shared on Instagram, the Which? experts said: “Searching for a customer service number for easyJet, Ryanair, or Wizz Air? It’s not as easy as you’d think. Some budget airlines bury their contact info deep”. A graphic included added: “Need to know: Don’t fly without these contact numbers” before listing the respective numbers for easyJet, Ryanair, Wizz Air, British Airways, Emirates, Jet2, KLM, Norwegian, Tui UK, and Virgin Atlantic.
Which? is known for its travel guidance, as well as money-saving tips and more. Earlier this year the testing, reviews and advice organisation shared how passengers may be able to bag an upgrade from economy class.
It found premium economy fares to be “typically at least twice as expensive” as an economy ticket, and said that myths on how to be upgraded, such as wearing nice clothes or giving a gift to cabin crew, are simply untrue. An article added: “Free upgrades, while rare, do happen, but the airline you choose is crucial.”
It added that 7% of Qatar airlines passengers surveyed were given a free upgrade, with 5% for KLM, 4% who flew Emirates, and 3% of BA and Virgin Atlantic passengers. 2% of those who flew with American Airlines said they had had a free upgrade, with 1% for Singapore Airlines, and 0% for Lufthansa, Qantas and Tui.
Which? added: “Most passengers who are upgraded will likely be a member of the airline’s loyalty/air miles club, which is free to join.” Using air miles can be a good way to upgrade, and flying isn’t the only way you can earn them as some credit cards give you points every time you spend, Which? added.
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