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Vantage | Ryanair in airlines, 3rd of 30, UK | Tilio

Ryanair

ryanair.comAirlines, United Kingdom

Measured 26 Oct 2026, published 26 Oct 2026.

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Visibility this week

20.6%No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 63 of 306 eligible answers.

3rd of 30new

First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.

Named in 63 eligible answers this week

Change over time

One point per published scan, one scan a week. The dashed line is the mean visibility of every company measured in the industry in that scan.

RyanairCategory average

0%7.5%15%22.5%30%26 Oct 2026

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Measured	Ryanair	Category average	Rank
26 Oct 2026	20.6%	7.7%	3rd

What the results show

The scan of 26 Oct 2026, read plainly. Every figure here appears elsewhere on this page; nothing is estimated.

Ryanair was named in 63 of 306 eligible AI answers to 110 airlines questions in the scan of 26 Oct 2026: a visibility of 20.6%. It ranks 3rd of 30 companies measured. This is its first published reading, so there is no change to show yet. The category average is 7.7%, so Ryanair sits 12.9 pp above it.

By engine, Ryanair is strongest on Google AI Overviews (22.1%, named in 19 of 86 answers) and weakest on Google AI Mode (18.2%). It is above the category average on 3 of 3 engines.

It appears in answers to 38 of 110 questions. Where it is absent, other measured companies are named instead, most often Qatar Airways.

By engine

Each engine was asked the same questions. The company against the category average on each engine, on one scale.

ChatGPT
Named in 24 of 110 answers · most visible: British Airways, 37.3%
Ryanair: 21.8%
Category average: 7.9%

The questions

Which of the 110 questions the engines named Ryanair for, and which they answered with other companies instead.

Where Ryanair is named

Named in answers to 38 of 110 questions this week. Most often:

How do the airlines’ policies and charges compare if I want to take a musical instrument as cabin or checked baggage?
BaggageNamed in 3 of 3 answers · 3 of 3 engines
Which airlines should a larger family group compare for simple seating and baggage arrangements when travelling from or to the UK?
Family and group travel

Recorded answers

A sample of the answers collected in this scan, with the engine, the capture time, who was named and what was cited.

Showing 10 of 10 recorded answers in this sample · 63 answers named Ryanair this week in total.

ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“I’m planning a trip from Manchester to Barcelona. Which airlines do passengers recommend for this route?”
For Manchester to Barcelona, I’d compare Jet2, easyJet and Ryanair, focusing on passenger reviews, punctuality, baggage rules and the overall price rather than just the cheapest ticket. The best choice depends on whether you value a smooth journey, flexible fares or keeping costs down. One important distinction: a highly rated airline overall isn't necessarily the most recommended airline on this particular route, so it’s worth looking at route-specific passenger feedback and recent reviews. ## Which airlines do passengers recommend? ### 1\. Jet2 ## 8.2/10 Very Good 203 passenger reviews …
Ryanair namedRoutes and network
Also named: Jet2, easyJet, Vueling
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“If my preferred airline changes my flight time substantially after I book, what options should I check for changing the booking or getting a refund?”
… - British Airways: Usually 2 hours or more. - Ryanair: Usually 3 hours or more. - EasyJet: Usually 5 hours or more. - Virgin Atlantic: Usually 12 hours or more. - US Department of Transportation (DOT) / General Standards: Often delays or changes exceeding 3 hours for domestic or 6 hours for international flights.[[1]](https://thepointsguy.com/airline/handling-flight-schedule-changes/)[[2]](https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/travel/flight-changes/) ### 2. Options to Check and Request - Search for alternative flights first: Use tools like Google Flights or the …
Ryanair namedRefunds and passenger rights
Also named: British Airways, easyJet, Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“Which airlines are worth shortlisting for UK work trips booked at short notice, when I need a choice of convenient departure times?”
… 5. - Ryanair* - Why it fits: Unmatched raw frequency and dense point-to-point scheduling across the UK and Europe from bases like Stansted and Manchester. If you need a seat at the absolute eleventh hour and a wide spread of departure windows (early morning vs. late evening), their network scale makes them hard to ignore. - Consideration: Minimal frills and strict baggage/boarding policies; view live inventory on Ryanair.[[1]](https://compareflights.co.uk/airlines/) If you let me know your typical departure airport and destination or region , I …
Ryanair namedBusiness travel
Also named: British Airways, easyJet, Loganair, Jet2
- jet2plc.com
- compareflights.co.uk
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“Which airlines should a larger family group compare for simple seating and baggage arrangements when travelling from or to the UK?”
For a larger family group travelling to or from the UK, I’d compare British Airways, Jet2, easyJet, TUI, Virgin Atlantic and Ryanair first. The best choice depends on whether you prioritise sitting together, taking several suitcases, travelling with young children, or keeping the total cost down. My main tip: compare the total price for everyone, including seats and baggage, rather than just the advertised airfare. British Airways and Jet2 are particularly worth checking if you want an overhead cabin bag included, while easyJet and Ryanair can still be competitive if your group travels …
Ryanair namedFamily and group travel
Also named: British Airways, Jet2, easyJet, Virgin Atlantic, TUI Airways
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“For a flight in August, how reliable are the listed departure and arrival times, and could the timetable change before I travel?”
… s://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/ShowTopic-g1-i10702-k11368758-Flight_time_changes-Air_Travel.html)[[3]](https://www.tripadvisor.com.ph/ShowTopic-g1-i10702-k15451522-Ryanair_flight_changes_no_notice-Air_Travel.html) - Day-of-Flight Punctuality: Listed departure and arrival times in a timetable are projections. On the actual day of travel in August—a peak summer travel month—punctuality can be impacted by airspace congestion, weather, and turnaround delays, though core schedule stability improves significantly as the travel date …
Ryanair namedBooking and ticket management
Also named: British Airways
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“Please suggest a shortlist of airlines with convenient ways to get from Edinburgh to Lisbon.”
… from Edinburgh (EDI) to Lisbon (LIS) is most conveniently done via direct, non-stop flights which average around 3 hours and 15 minutes.[[1]](https://www.ryanair.com/gb/en/flights/flights-from-edinburgh-to-lisbon)[[2]](https://www.google.com/travel/flights Here is the shortlist of the primary airlines offering direct service on this route: - Ryanair : Frequently offers the most budget-friendly direct fares on the route. They operate non-stop flights with a duration of about 3 hours and 15 minutes, typically …
Ryanair namedRoutes and network
Also named: easyJet, British Airways, Lufthansa
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“Which airlines are worth considering for families flying to or from the UK who want children seated with an accompanying adult?”
… Policy: Virgin Atlantic seating for children --- ### 5\. Ryanair Best for\: Budget flights, provided you understand the seating rules. Ryanair's current help information says children aged 2–11 must sit beside an accompanying adult. It offers free random allocation for children beside an adult on the same reservation, although other family members may be split up. If choosing reserved seats, the adult must reserve a seat. …
Ryanair namedFamily and group travel
Also named: British Airways, TUI Airways, Jet2, Virgin Atlantic, easyJet
ChatGPTCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“Which airlines do travellers recommend for flying from London to New York, and what makes them a good fit for this route?”
Best airlines for flying from London to New York For this route, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and JetBlue are particularly strong options, depending on whether you prioritise customer service, convenient flight times, or value for money. Delta and United are also worth considering, especially for frequent flyers and onward connections in the US. Traveller reviews and route-specific comparisons published in 2026 highlight that the best airline depends on your cabin, budget and preferred New York airport. …
Ryanair not namedRoutes and network
Also named: Virgin Atlantic, British Airways, JetBlue, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Norse Atlantic Airways
Google AI OverviewsCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“Please list several airlines I could consider for flying from London to Cape Town, including those with practical connections.”
Direct Nonstop Airlines - British Airways : Operates daily non-stop flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) with a flight duration of about 11 to 12 hours. - Virgin Atlantic : Offers seasonal or regular non-stop service from London Heathrow (LHR) to Cape Town (CPT). - Norse Atlantic UK : Provides lower-cost, direct long-haul flights from London Gatwick (LGW) to Cape Town (CPT).[[1]](https://www.aquaterra.co.za/direct-flights-to-cape-town/)[[2]](https://www.google.com/travel/flights/flights-from-london-to-cape-town.html --- ### Practical …
Ryanair not namedRoutes and network
Also named: British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, Norse Atlantic Airways, Emirates, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines
Google AI ModeCaptured 26 Oct 2026, 16:22 UTC
“Which airlines should I consider for UK business travel if I need a good chance of getting another flight the same day when disruption puts a meeting at risk?”
When business-critical meetings are on the line, same-day recovery depends less on an airline never having a delay and more on frequency of service, hub dominance, and alliance backing . If a flight fails, you need an airline that runs multiple rotations a day on that route or has massive partner networks to pivot you onto. The top options to consider for UK business travel recovery include: 1. British Airways[British …
Ryanair not namedBusiness travel
Also named: British Airways, Lufthansa, Air France, KLM, easyJet

Passages are the part of each answer around the mention, or the opening where the company is absent. Times are when the answer was collected.

Sources and citations

Where the answers that named the company pointed. A citation is a link the engine showed; it is not an endorsement.

24 of the 63 answers naming Ryanair linked to its own website (38%). A citation is a link in the answer; it is recorded where the engine showed one.

easyjet.com21
ryanair.comown site17
britishairways.com

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Measured against the same questions

The most visible companies in the industry and the companies either side of this one, this week.

Against the 29 other companies measured, Ryanair ranks 3rd. British Airways is the most visible at 37.9%, 17.3 pp ahead. easyJet (28.8%) sits just above it and Virgin Atlantic (17.3%) just below.

Competitors measured against the same questions, with Ryanair in position
#	Company	Visibility	Change
1	British Airways	37.9%, 116 of 306 eligible answers	No change shown: First published reading, so there is nothing to compare against yet.
2	easyJet