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easyJet is a go-to airline in France for traveling on a budget. I have flown with them three times without ever running into a delay, which is much appreciated. Just be careful to double check your luggage size before boarding. On board, the service is standard for a low cost carrier: everything costs extra, but the tickets can be a great deal depending on the time of year and the destination.

I traveled with Vueling once and you can clearly tell it is true low cost. The comfort on board is pretty average and if you want to drink or eat something, everything costs extra. On the other hand, my flight went well: no delays and no problems with the luggage. Decent for a cheap flight.

Flying is definitely not our usual way of getting around when we travel. Since Greece and Athens aren't exactly within easy driving distance, a group of friends and I opted for Transavia for both the flight there and the flight back. On the way out, a small delay at departure didn't cause any issues with our arrival in Athens. On the return flight, the captain pointed out the places we were flying over, sometimes with a lot of detail. It was the first time flying for both my wife and my daughter, and the cabin crew really took great care of them. A certificate signed by every member of the crew was given to them as we got off the plane. We will choose Transavia again without hesitation for o…

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I often take EasyJet to visit Europe (Italy, Portugal, Greece, Croatia). Their travel options are interesting and the prices remain fair. Just like with Transavia, their direct rival, you obviously have to add the cost of meals and bags, which quickly adds up. I still prefer Transavia for the comfort level, but both are about the same. I have never had any issues on my flights and customer service is easy to reach. A small downside, EasyJet does not accept pets.

I regularly fly with this airline to get to the South of France (Toulon-Hyères) or occasionally around Europe. As an Air France subsidiary, Transavia is relatively reliable. I have rarely had any problems on my flights. The fares are quite reasonable if you travel without luggage. On the other hand, the prices almost double with a checked bag. For pets, I also find it expensive (€50 per trip), with no dedicated space at all. But the airline does accept them, unlike EasyJet. So, the train is often cheaper for traveling within France. Transavia is still practical for short-duration trips. The comfort is acceptable and the staff is generally pleasant.

I took a flight from Nantes to Lanzarote with Transavia and overall everything went well: smooth boarding, flight on time, pleasant staff. On the other hand, I found the price quite high for a so-called low-cost airline, especially since you have to add a supplement for a checked bag. That said, the departure from Nantes was very convenient for me.