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Flying Flair Airlines JFK–YYZ on the 737 MAX 8 — Worth It for the Price?
Just flew Flair Airlines from New York JFK to Toronto Pearson (YYZ) aboard their Boeing 737 MAX 8 and wanted to share my experience for anyone considering this ULCC option on a trans-border hop.
The flight itself was decent — a no-frills, budget-friendly ride that got me there safely. We departed with a 45-minute delay, but once airborne, the flight was smooth. Legroom is tight (as expected), but if you’re not too tall, it’s manageable for the short sector.
Check-in was probably the most frustrating part. The website is a bit clunky and slow, and you really feel the ULCC model kick in when it comes to added fees. I paid for the Basic Bundle, which includes a personal item, 10kg carry-on, and a 23kg checked bag. It’s a sensible option if you don’t want to get caught out at the airport (Flair’s fee structure is very Ryanair-esque).
Despite its quirks, Flair delivered what it promised — a low-cost, direct flight between two major cities without too much drama. For £179.81 one-way, including extras, it’s competitive when booked right.
Route: JFK–YYZ
Aircraft: Boeing 737 MAX 8 (C-FLKO)
Cabin: Economy (Basic Bundle)
Flight Time: 1 hour, 1 minute
Cost: £179.81 one-way
Happy to answer any questions if you’re thinking of trying Flair on this or any other route. You can also check out the full video review here if you’re curious:
Safe travels and thanks for watching!
Just flew Flair Airlines from New York JFK to Toronto Pearson (YYZ) aboard their Boeing 737 MAX 8 and wanted to share my experience for anyone considering this ULCC option on a trans-border hop.
The flight itself was decent — a no-frills, budget-friendly ride that got me there safely. We departed with a 45-minute delay, but once airborne, the flight was smooth. Legroom is tight (as expected), but if you’re not too tall, it’s manageable for the short sector.
Check-in was probably the most frustrating part. The website is a bit clunky and slow, and you really feel the ULCC model kick in when it comes to added fees. I paid for the Basic Bundle, which includes a personal item, 10kg carry-on, and a 23kg checked bag. It’s a sensible option if you don’t want to get caught out at the airport (Flair’s fee structure is very Ryanair-esque).
Despite its quirks, Flair delivered what it promised — a low-cost, direct flight between two major cities without too much drama. For £179.81 one-way, including extras, it’s competitive when booked right.
Route: JFK–YYZ
Aircraft: Boeing 737 MAX 8 (C-FLKO)
Cabin: Economy (Basic Bundle)
Flight Time: 1 hour, 1 minute
Cost: £179.81 one-way
Happy to answer any questions if you’re thinking of trying Flair on this or any other route. You can also check out the full video review here if you’re curious:
Safe travels and thanks for watching!
