Evaluation: Flight ticket prices continued to rise
Travelers flying on summer vacations must expect higher ticket prices on many routes this year. A recent analysis by the comparison portal "Check24" confirms the trend that some airlines had already announced. According to the analysis, prices for flights from German airports to the 30 most popular travel destinations rose by an average of eight percent by mid-May. Prices for flights to the British Isles rose particularly sharply. A return flight to Edinburgh costs an average of 327 euros, which corresponds to an increase of 26 percent compared to the previous year. Flights to Dublin (plus 22 percent) and London (plus 20 percent) have also become significantly more expensive. Flights to Mallorca have seen a price increase of 14 percent, now costing an average of 296 euros instead of 260 euros. A few destinations, however, have seen falling prices. For example, the cost of flights to Athens has fallen by 14 percent compared to last year. A return flight costs an average of 303 euros this summer, compared to 351 euros last year. There are many reasons for the increased prices. The comparison portal cites increased demand, general inflation and increased operating costs for airlines as the main factors. The recently increased ticket tax also contributes to the higher prices. Holidaymakers can still save money if they are flexible with their travel dates and departure airports. Flights can be cheaper if they depart from airports in federal states that do not have summer holidays. According to "Check24", departure from airports in neighboring countries can also be attractively priced.
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