Comparing Cost of Revenue Efficiency: Ryanair Holdings plc vs Southwest Airlines Co.

Ryanair vs Southwest: A Decade of Cost Efficiency

__timestampRyanair Holdings plcSouthwest Airlines Co.
Wednesday, January 1, 2014383810000014049000000
Thursday, January 1, 2015399960000013423000000
Friday, January 1, 2016435590000014151000000
Sunday, January 1, 2017429400000014968000000
Monday, January 1, 2018451230000015907000000
Tuesday, January 1, 2019549280000016445000000
Wednesday, January 1, 2020603990000010938000000
Friday, January 1, 2021170270000011675000000
Saturday, January 1, 2022400980000019062000000
Sunday, January 1, 2023773500000021868000000
Monday, January 1, 2024956640000023024000000
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Data in motion

Cost of Revenue Efficiency: A Tale of Two Airlines

In the competitive skies of the airline industry, cost efficiency is paramount. Ryanair Holdings plc and Southwest Airlines Co. have long been benchmarks in this arena. From 2014 to 2023, Ryanair's cost of revenue saw a significant increase, peaking at approximately 9.6 billion in 2023, a staggering 150% rise from 2014. Meanwhile, Southwest Airlines maintained a higher cost of revenue, reaching around 21.9 billion in 2023, reflecting a 56% increase over the same period. Notably, 2020 marked a challenging year for both airlines, with Ryanair's costs dropping to 1.7 billion, while Southwest's fell to 10.9 billion, likely due to the global pandemic. As we look to 2024, Ryanair's data is complete, but Southwest's is missing, leaving room for speculation on future trends. This comparison highlights the dynamic nature of cost management in the airline industry.

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Date published
28 Jan 2025