[dmaa]

If by 'the gutter' you mean cheaper - thanks Ryanair! I don't like the experience of flying either, but there is no denying that it is accessible to anybody today, 20 yrs ago it was still a luxury.

Regarding the destinations, yes, Emirates does not fly from Memmingen to Stanstead. But why would anybody, unless they live in the village next to either.

[expedition32]

I mean if you really have money there are companies that can get you on a private jet. No customs, no luggage check in, no Heathrow/JFK.

[sokoloff]

You still have the customs/immigration step; it’s just often done planeside.