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Ryanair will No Longer Allow Free 10kg Carry-ons as of November

Ryanair has announced that as of November 1 passengers will no longer be allowed to take a 10kg piece of hand luggage into the cabin on flights for free.

Ryanair Launches New Route from Athens to London Luton

Ryanair has announced a new route from Athens to London Luton, which will operate three times per week as part of its winter 2018 schedule.

Ryanair Begins Partnership with Air Malta

Ryanair has announced a new partnership with Air Malta, which allows its passengers to book Air Malta flights through its website.

Ryanair Cuts Dublin-based Fleet for Winter 2018, Warns of Job Losses

Ryanair is planning to cut its Dublin-based fleet from 30 to (at most) 24 aircraft for the winter 2018 season, which may also result in job losses.

Airlines vs France Over Air Traffic Controller Strikes

Four airlines have filed complaints to the European Commission against France, claiming the country is breaking EU law by not enabling flights during air traffic controller strikes.

South Aegean Region Partners with Airlines to Promote Greek Islands

The South Aegean Region has partnered with Ryanair, AEGEAN and Ellinair in efforts to attract more visitors to the Cyclades and Dodecanese islands.

Ryanair Supports ‘Santorini Experience’ Event with Special Fares

Ryanair, the official airline partner of the "Santorini Experience" event, has released seats for sale from Athens to Santorini at prices from €19.99.

Minoan to Handle Piraeus-Chania Ferry Route, Transport Council Rules

Minoan Lines will be handling the Piraeus-Chania ferry route over the summer, according to a decision by the Coastal Shipping Transport Council.

‘Santorini Experience’: Special Accommodation Packages by Hospitality Sponsors

The hospitality sponsors of the fourth "Santorini Experience", a leading sports tourism event in Greece, are offering special accommodation prices to participants for stay on Santorini for the October 5-7 period.

Ryanair Announces Carol Sharkey as Chief Risk Officer

Carol Sharkey is joining Ryanair's senior management team as the airline's chief risk officer and will assume responsibility for all of its operational risk assessment.

Ryanair Announces New Athens-Heraklion Route

Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair in June will launch a new route connecting Athens to Heraklion, Crete, four times a week.

Low-cost Carriers Bringing People Closer, Study Says

Τhe services of low-cost carriers are bringing people and regions in Europe closer, according to a report by the Center for European Policy Studies (CEPS).

Ryanair Appoints Chiara Ravara as Head of Sales and Marketing

Ryanair has appointed Chiara Ravara as its new head of sales and marketing, promoting her from her previous role as senior sales and marketing manager.

Ryanair Celebrates 10 Million Passengers at Athens Airport

Ryanair threw a party in Athens to celebrate carrying 10 million passengers to and from Athens International Airport (AIA) since its first flight in April 2014.

Hoteliers Call on Ryanair to Re-examine Chania Base Termination

Chania hoteliers are calling on low-cost carrier Ryanair to re-examine its decision to shut down its base at Chania Airport on Crete.

Ryanair to Reduce Greek Domestic Flights, Close Base at Chania Airport

Ryanair has announced plans to reduce its domestic Greek flights and also close its base in Chania Airport on Crete.

Ryanair to Reinstate Flights to Kos in Greece

Low-cost carrier Ryanair will be reinstating flights to the Greek island of Kos for the period up to the end of October 2018.

Makedonia Airport Ready for Take Off, Airlines Requesting Slots

Thessaloniki’s Makedonia Airport is set to 'take off’ in the upcoming tourism season with more airlines requesting landing slots.

AIA Honors Airlines for 2017 Performance at Athens Airport

Athens International Airport (AIA) has honored airlines that recorded the fastest development and the highest increases in passenger volumes in their scheduled services during 2017.

Thessaloniki Makedonia Airport Main Runway Opens

The main runway at Thessaloniki's Makedonia Airport is in operation handling all flights, following the completion of planned maintenance works there.