Ryanair traveller 'fuming' that £16.99 flight doesn't have basic amenity
Brit left fuming as Ryanair passenger finds out flight has no WiFi
We've all been there – stuck at 35,000 feet with no WiFi and nothing downloaded onto our phones to watch. Raw dogging can make your journey feel like it's 10 times longer, so if you don't have a book with you it could mean hours of unfiltered boredom.
And one man learned this the hard way during a £16.99 flight with Ryanair recently. The lad was travelling to Benidorm with his pal Graham White, who took to TikTok to tell his 75,000 followers about their flight to Alicante on July 25. Even though they paid less than £20 for the fare, they weren't pleased that WiFi connectivity wasn't included.
Graham said: "My mate thought WiFi was included. My mate couldn't believe [that it wasn't]. I even asked [the flight attendant] if the pilot would let him use his hotspot."
In a video, which accumulated 1,800 views and counting, Graham personally questioned the flight attendant about why the internet wasn't functioning - but passengers on the aircraft were left puzzled as to why he even posed the enquiry.
The cabin crew member clarified they "don't have it at all," and somebody in the background remarked: "You're lucky you have a seatbelt; you're on Ryanair."
But others were equally livid, with one writing: "No WiFi, but their card machines work to sell you things."
Even though some agreed that internet connection was a basic amenity, others found the complaint pretty amusing. Numerous commenters questioned why anyone would anticipate WiFi on Ryanair flights, when it's not typical on short haul.
Ryanair's website clearly states: "No. Currently, we do not offer Wi-Fi on our flights. Sorry."
If you do find yourself stuck on a flight without WiFi, consider trying the following...
1. Read:
Bring a physical book, e-reader (like Kindle), or download e-books to your phone or tablet before your flight.
Magazines and newspapers are also great options.
2. Watch or Listen Offline:
Download movies, TV shows, or documentaries onto your device before your trip.
Download music playlists, podcasts, or audiobooks for offline listening.
3. Play Games:
Download mobile games that work offline.
Bring a puzzle book (crosswords, Sudoku, word searches) or a deck of cards.
4. Write or Draw:
Journal about your trip or write letters to friends.
Sketch, doodle, or color in an adult coloring book.
5. Organize and Plan:
Plan your trip itinerary or make a to-do list.
Organize your phone photos or clean up your email inbox.
6. Meditate or Relax:
Download guided meditation or relaxation apps that work offline.
Practice deep breathing or mindfulness exercises.
7. Learn Something New:
Download language lessons or educational podcasts.
Bring a travel guidebook to learn about your destination.
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