EasyJet hails resilient performance
No-frills airline easyJet today said it had enjoyed a “resilient” third quarter as it benefited from rivals slashing capacity and non-UK holidaymakers taking advantage of the strong euro.
The group carried 2.9% more passengers in the three months to June 30, to 11.9 million, with total revenue per seat up 10.9% to £51.41 (€59.55).
It said a 4% reduction in capacity across the market by embattled carriers had helped, while this year’s late Easter also provided a fillip.
A 34% hike in revenue from extra charges per seat – such as checked-in baggage and in-flight food – likewise helped the budget airline against the background of tough conditions for the airline sector.
