Europe’s Worst Airlines Revealed: Finnair Tops Disturbing List

BREAKING: New rankings have just identified the worst airlines in Europe for 2025, and the results are alarming. According to a recent evaluation by Flightright, a German company specializing in air passenger rights, Finnair has emerged as the least reliable airline, scoring a dismal 2.48 out of 10.

Flightright’s assessment examined the 20 largest airlines in Europe, focusing on reliability, compensation practices, and customer satisfaction. The findings are especially critical for travelers planning their summer vacations, as these issues can directly impact their travel experience.

Following Finnair, low-cost carriers Vueling and Ryanair also received poor scores, reflecting widespread concerns over delays and compensation behavior. Vueling scored 2.52, while Ryanair followed closely with 2.58, noted for its hidden fees and aggressive policies.

The situation with Finnair has been particularly severe. The airline’s profits plunged by a staggering 76.4% in the second quarter of 2025, primarily due to extensive industrial action that disrupted operations. Passengers have reported numerous issues, including last-minute cancellations and poor customer service. One user on Reddit recounted their experience: “I have traveled with Finnair four times in the past six months, and all travels have had some issue – cancellation, postponement, and even a paid seat given to someone else.”

In response to the mounting criticism, a Finnair spokesperson stated, “

Unfortunately, industrial action by the Finnish Air Line Pilots’ Association (SLL) and the Finnish Aviation Union (IAU) has affected the reliability of our flights this year. We are pleased that we have reached agreements with all our employee groups, and all the industrial actions are now behind us.

” The airline is now working to restore reliability and customer trust.

The full list includes other major airlines suffering from various operational issues. Here are the other bottom performers:

1. **Finnair** – 2.48: Strikes, last-minute cancellations
2. **Vueling** – 2.52: High summer cancellations, poor compensation
3. **Ryanair** – 2.58: Delays, hidden fees, aggressive policies
4. **easyJet** – 2.68: Service cuts, schedule instability
5. **KLM** – 2.72: Customer service decline
6. **British Airways** – 2.72: Long refund processing, long-haul issues
7. **Wizz Air** – 2.72: Engine reliability concerns
8. **Condor** – 2.72: Older fleet, inconsistent reliability
9. **Swiss International Air Lines AG** – 2.76: Delays and ticket rebooking problems
10. **Turkish Airlines** – 2.80: Long-haul complaints, compensation delays

As travelers prepare for their upcoming journeys, these findings serve as a stark reminder to evaluate airline options carefully. With summer travel just around the corner, passengers may want to reconsider their choices to avoid potential disruptions.

WHAT’S NEXT? As the situation develops, it will be crucial for these airlines to address their operational shortcomings and improve customer service. Passengers should stay informed and consider sharing their experiences to advocate for better practices in the airline industry.

Travelers are encouraged to follow updates from Flightright and other aviation authorities to ensure they make informed decisions about their travel plans.