Air Travel

Welcome to The Financial Wilderness guide to Air Travel!

Whether you are jetting off on a long-haul summer holiday or managing a quick business trip, air travel is almost always one of the most expensive parts of going away. But while the airlines want you to pay a premium for every little extra, there are ways to game the system if you know the math.

Here at The Financial Wilderness, we don’t just tell you which airline has the best food; we analyze the true financial value of airline loyalty schemes and flight upgrades. We use our signature Wilderness Math to crack the code on air miles, helping you figure out exactly when to spend your points and when to pay cash.

In this hub, you will find our independent, rigorous reviews and travel hacks to answer questions like:

• The Point-to-Cash Value: Exactly how much are 50,000 Virgin Atlantic Flying Club points or BA Avios actually worth in real money?

• The Upgrade Dilemma: Is paying extra for Premium Economy genuinely worth the cost, or are you better off saving your cash for the destination?

• Airport Luxury: Are airport lounges a waste of money, or a smart way to get free food and drink before your flight?

• Flight Hacks: The genuine, tested methods to increase your chances of scoring a free flight upgrade.

Browse our latest air travel reviews and guides below to find out how to maximize your air miles and start upgrading your holidays for a fraction of the standard price!