Flybe: Salzburg to Exeter

The carrier: Flybe

About

Flybe has emerged as a budget airline to watch. Flybe is now Europe’s largest regional low-cost airline. The UK-based low-cost carrier acquired most of British Airways' BA Connect routes in 2007, and currently operates a dense route map in and out of the UK, with especially good connections to destinations in France.

Most notable about Flybe: its connections to out-of-the-way corners of the British Isles that don't get a lot of low-cost air traffic, like Guernsey, the Isle of Man and Jersey. Flybe operates out of more UK airports than any other airline.

Upside

Recently expanded network has yielded impressive destination list. Lots of new airplanes.

Downside

Booking over the phone is extremely expensive. In general, there are many hidden fees and charges.  Some of these include a booking fee of €5, as well as a credit card supplement (€1.50), and a charge for seating.  All tickets are non-refundable. 

Baggage

* Carry-on: Up to 10 kg of hand luggage.
* Checked: Depending on your class (economy, economy plus), you are allowed between 20-30 kg of stuff. Anything over this is charged €14 per kilo for the first three kilos and then €17 for between 4-6 kilos.  After that the charge is €23. 

* Please visit Flybe’s website for more information on its baggage policy.

Seating

You can pre-book seats up to 24 hours before the flight departs. You may pre-assign your seat for €8 per flight per sector and €22 for bulkhead and exit row seats.  Once seats have pre-booked and paid for the charges are non-refundable.

Check-in and Ticketing

Online check-in is available at most airports from 36 hours to 1 hour before departure. 

Departure: Salzburg, Austria - W A Mozart (SZG)

W.A. Mozart Airport in Salzburg, Austria is named after Salzburg-born composer, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Location: The W.A. Mozart Airport is located 4 km (2.5 mi) from the center of Salzburg and 2 km (1.2 mi) from the Austrian - German border. Transport: - Rail: From Salzburg "Hauptbahnhof" main railway station you are 15-20 minutes away from the airport and many tourist resorts. For exact rates and times consult the Austrian Railways Official Website. - Bus: Buses operate at regular intervals (every 10 minutes) between Salzburg main railway station and Salzburg Airport. Sundays and public holidays every the buses run every 20 minutes. The journey time is approximately 20 minutes - Taxi: A taxi stand can be found both directly in front of Salzburg "Hauptbahnhof" main railway station and the airport terminal taking travelers directly to the check in desks. Service: The W.A. Mozart Airport offers many opportunities for travelers to shop and eat whether visitors would like a sit down dinner or a quick snack. The restaurants can be found on the first floor.

Arrival: Exeter, United Kingdom - Exeter International (EXT)

Exeter International Airport is a small but growing airport serving the county of Devon, England. Location: Exeter International Airport is located just outside the city of Exeter in the county of Devon, England. Transport: - Bus: There is bus service available with access from the airport to Exmouth and Sidmouth. Take note, however, that this service does not run on Sundays or bank holidays. - Taxi: Corporate Cars is the airport’s authorized taxi company and can be found outside the Arrivals Terminal. Service: In the airport there are various lounges, restaurants, and shops for passengers to take advantage of. Aside from a currency exchange, cash machines are located throughout the airport. more...