Neos

Neos S.p.A., Italy's leading leisure airline, was founded on June 22, 2001, as a joint venture between Alpitour S.p.A. and TUI Group, becoming fully owned by Alpitour in 2004. Headquartered in Somma Lombardo, Lombardy, near its primary hub Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), Neos also operates from bases in Bologna (BLQ) and Verona (VRN). Specializing in vacation travel, it serves over 85 domestic, European, and intercontinental destinations, focusing on popular tourist spots in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Neos stands out with its modern all-Boeing fleet of 18 aircraft—one of Europe's youngest at 7.7 years average age. Narrowbody Boeing 737-800s and 737 MAX 8s handle short- to medium-haul routes, while six Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, making Neos the first Italian Dreamliner operator since 2017, excel on long-haul flights with premium economy cabins offering extra legroom, lie-flat-like recline, and Italian hospitality.

As a hybrid carrier blending scheduled and charter services, Neos emphasizes value with complimentary meals, drinks, and entertainment on many flights, delivered by friendly Italian crews. Passenger reviews praise affordability and service but note tighter economy seating on narrowbodies. With a stellar safety record, efficient operations, and expansion into wet-leasing, Neos captures the essence of Italian la dolce vita in the skies, ideal for leisure travelers seeking reliable, comfortable escapes.