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Ryanair Mastercard Credit Card

I fly frequently with Ryanair, and am considering applying for the MC Credit Card. I have a couple of questions:

- The website (http://www.ryanair.com/GE/?banner=276&gemid1=276) states that you can get "up to 5 bonus flights in your first year". What about after then? Does it fall back to being a 'normal' card, or do you earn 'up to 5' flights PER year? This is unclear. If it's the latter, would it look bad on my credit report if I applied, got the free flights, used them, and cancelled?

- I already have two credit cards (Barclaycard First, and Halifax Clarity). I would only be applying for this card for the free flights - if I do, should I cancel the Barclaycard BEFORE applying for this card?

- Is there a chance my existing credit limit will change upon applying for this card?

Thanks.

Comments

  • For some definitions of "free".
    Ryanair wrote:
    ...the flight costs NOTHING - all you pay are the applicable taxes, fees and charges
    Are you for real? - Glass Half Empty??
    :coffee:
  • callum9999
    callum9999 Posts: 4,439 Forumite
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    I can't say I've ever flown with Ryanair and paid more than what the various taxes and charges for that flight was - it's likely going to be a big waste with the "free" flights actually costing you more than it would to just buy it normally. Exactly the same with my Flybe card.
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