Last weekend, fares of 600.49 euros were recorded on several easyJet flights exclusively on the Funchal-Lisbon route, values never before charged on this route. The airline easyJet was the carrier responsible for these high fares, which surprised passengers seeking to travel between Madeira and the mainland.
The author of the article points out that with 600 euros, any citizen in central Europe could travel to destinations much more distant than Lisbon, and in many cases with round-trip tickets. This comparison serves to demonstrate the disproportionate nature of these fares in the European context.
The text also addresses that, although it is possible to discuss issues such as travel classes, seasonality, fuel prices, or airlines' commercial strategies, there comes a point where the price ceases to be just a value and becomes a real obstacle for travelers. The article criticizes what it considers an absurdity that needs to be questioned.
