Miami Woman Boards Her First Ryanair Flight. At 30,000 ft, the Plane Turns Into Nightclub As Passengers Drink, Strip, and Dance: ‘The Loudest Flight’
Recipe for chaos?
Susan Berry thought her first Ryanair flight would be a quiet trip from London to Ibiza. Instead, she stepped onto a plane that turned into a full-blown nightclub at 30,000 feet. The Miami-based photographer, who documents her travels on Instagram as @berryface, captured the chaos in a viral reel that has left viewers shocked and amused.
Portable speakers blasted techno music from the overhead bins while passengers passed around bottles of tequila, vodka, and champagne like it was a pre-game. One woman, after spilling her drink, stripped down to her thong and sat there like it was no big deal. Berry, who had been hoping for a nap before her photoshoot, went from stunned silence to full participation, laughing as she held up a beer, declaring, “Let’s party Ryan Air Style!”
Her video, which has racked up nearly 100,000 views, shows just how wild these Ibiza-bound flights can get. The footage is a mix of disbelief and delight, with Berry’s reactions shifting from ‘What the f— is going on?’ to dancing in the aisle by the end. According to What’s The Jam, she even asked the flight attendants if this was normal. Their response? “Yeah, usually everyone’s standing.” They assured her this was actually one of the calmer flights.
It’s easy to see why this kind of behavior can be concerning
Seatbelt signs were ignored, clouds of vapor floated through the cabin despite no-vaping rules, and the sheer volume of open alcohol consumption would make any safety-conscious traveler nervous. Yet, Berry said passengers still followed instructions when needed, and the crew seemed to take it all in stride. By the time the plane landed, she was already planning her next trip – this time with friends and more duty-free booze.
This isn’t an isolated incident. Another Ryanair flight from Dublin to Ibiza in July turned into a scene straight out of a spring break horror story. According to The Mirror, passengers described drunken chaos, with one couple disappearing into the bathroom for a hookup while a shirtless man roamed the aisles.
A woman on board said she felt harassed when a young man shouted, “I want her,” pointing at her. She had to lie and say her husband was sitting next to her to defuse the situation. When the plane landed, police and paramedics were waiting. Two passengers were escorted off by authorities, and another was carried out on a stretcher. Ryanair has a strict zero-tolerance policy for unruly behavior, but these incidents keep happening.
The airline’s spokesperson confirmed that crew on the Dublin flight called ahead for police assistance after two passengers became disruptive. Despite warnings, the pair continued drinking their own alcohol, leading to their removal upon landing. The airline emphasized its commitment to maintaining a respectful environment, but the reality is that some routes, especially to party destinations like Ibiza, seem to bring out the worst in travelers.
The cultural clash is real
For passengers like Berry, who expected a standard flight, the experience was initially jarring. For others, it was all part of the fun. One commenter on her video wrote, “Love an Ibiza flight. So unhinged lol.” Another asked, “Does the party find you??” The answer, apparently, is yes. These flights have earned a reputation as “party planes,” where the vacation starts the second you board. The problem is that not everyone on board is there to party.
Budget airlines like Ryanair thrive on low fares, but that often means fewer frills and less oversight. The mix of cheap tickets, holidaymakers, and a destination known for its nightlife often returns into a recipe for chaos.
The question is whether airlines can, or even want to, rein it in. Ryanair’s crew on Berry’s flight seemed unfazed, even amused. On the Dublin flight, they served alcohol to already-drunk passengers before eventually calling for backup. It’s a fine line between letting passengers have fun and ensuring safety.
For first-time flyers on such flights, the experience is a wake-up call. Berry went from shock to acceptance, embracing the madness. “Next time I’d be much better prepared,” she said. “I’d bring my girlfriends, more booze from duty free, and turn it into a proper pre-party.” That attitude might be part of the problem, but it’s also what makes these flights so memorable. Whether you love it or hate it, there’s no denying that a Ryanair flight to Ibiza is anything but ordinary.
(Featured images: @berryface on Instagram)
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