Ryanair launches ‘prime’ subscription service: everything you need to know

Budget airline Ryanair has rolled out an annual subscription called ‘Prime’, designed for frequent flyers.  

Here’s what you need to know.  

What’s the Ryanair subscription service?  

Ryanair Prime is a discount scheme for regular Ryanair flyers. Members can make savings on flights, travel insurance and get perks on seats and more.  

How much does Ryanair Prime cost? 

The subscription costs £79 for 12 months.  

Members have: 

• access to free travel insurance  

• free seat reservation 

• 12 exclusive seat sales – one per month  

• regular emails about exclusive sales and offers 

• the chance to book an unlimited number of flights with discounted Prime fares  

The airline estimates that members who fly 12 times per year will save up to £420.  

But you don’t need to be a mega-flyer to save some cash, as Ryanair says people who book three flights per year could make a saving of around £105.  

How to sign up 

You can join Prime on the Ryanair website.  

You must be over 18 and live in one of the following countries: Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Ireland, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Spain and the UK.  

But the subscription is limited to 250,000 people on a first-come, first-served basis, so, if you’re interested, it’s probably worth not delaying.  

Are other airlines offering similar services?  

In 2024, Wizz Air launched an ‘unlimited flight’ subscription service for €599.  

But the service comes with a couple of catches.  

• The first flight you book as a Wizz Air member is free, subsequent flights will incur a €9.99 booking fee.  

• Seat allocation and luggage allowance are not included.  

• Flights can only be booked up to 72 hours before departure, meaning you’re essentially booking standby flights. 

• Memberships are limited by airport, further restricting availability. 

As with all subscriptions, it’s important to read the small print. But for frequent flyers, Ryanair’s Prime could be a valuable way to save money while enjoying additional benefits.