Which Airline Doesn’t Require Wearing Mask Onboard?

The mask mandate has been dropped by many airlines in the United States and Europe. We share the list of airlines that have lifted their mask mandates.

US Airlines

The mask mandate has been dropped by major US airlines and they no longer require masks on domestic and international flights. A mask has become more of a choice.

American Airlines

Airlines advised their passengers to make their own decisions after the mask mandate was dropped. The face masks will no longer be required on domestic flights and US airports according to a statement from American Airlines.

When travelling to/from certain international locations, face masks may still be required based on local laws.

Delta Airlines

masks are optional for all airport employees, crew members, and customers inside US airports, and on most international flights, according to Delta.

United Airlines

The choice is yours, according to a statement issued by United Airlines.

Up to 2,000 Delta and 1,000 United passengers who were banned for wearing masks will be allowed to fly with the airlines again.

On a case-by-case basis, these passengers would be removed from their no-fly lists.

Alaska Airlines

At airports and onboard aircraft, Alaska Airlines made wearing a mask optional. The unruly passengers who have been put on the no-fly list would not be banned.

“Face masks have been like boarding passes for nearly two years — you couldn’t fly without one. But, as of today, masks are optional in airports and onboard aircraft, effective immediately.”

Alaska Airlines

Southwest Airlines

In a press release, Southwest stated that masks are optional for employees and passengers in certain cities, states and countries. We encourage individuals to make the best decision to support their personal well-being and to check local airport mask policies when travelling.

JetBlue Airways

masks are no longer required on its flights, according to a press release.

• Frontier Airlines
• Hawaiian Airlines
• Spirit Airlines
• Avelo Airlines
• Sun Country Airlines
• Breeze Airways

Some of the origin or arrival airports may still require masks, so it's important to check country-specific airport requirements before traveling.

Refund Offered

Some airlines are offering refunds for people who are worried about flying now that other passengers don't have to wear face masks.

Scott Kirby, the CEO of United Airlines, said his airline will be flexible with people who have a weak immune system.

We are willing to give them a credit or a refund if they don't want to fly again.

International Airlines

British Airways

British Airways said they will revise their face covering policies after the United Kingdom decided to drop all travel restrictions. The mask mandate was removed by British Airways.

If you are travelling on our flights, you will be required to wear a mask on board if the destination you are flying to requires it.

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic made face masks optional. Customers and people travelling in either direction will be able to choose whether or not to wear a mask.

Passengers on flights to or from the USA, Pakistan, Barbados, St Lucia, Antigua, Grenada, The Bahamas, Jamaica, StVincent and the Grenadines, Trinidad and Tobago are no longer required to wear a face mask. Those travelling to or from Delhi, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, Lagos, Mumbai, Shanghai, and Tel Aviv will need to wear a face mask.

EasyJet

The mask policy has been relaxed by EasyJet. The flights between England, Northern Ireland, Jersey, Isle of Man, Denmark, Finland, Czech Republic, Croatia, Bulgaria, Scotland, Slovenia, Sweden, Gibraltar, Switzerland, and Hungary do not require passengers to wear a mask.

A large number of its routes still require those over the age of six to wear surgical masks when they fly.

Jet2

Jet2 became the first airline in the UK to drop mask requirements on most flights on March 1st. Jet2 advises its passengers to wear a face mask during the flight, as well as stating that you might need to wear one when you get to your overseas destination.

Finnair

Finnair became the latest airline to eliminate mask requirements on flights to and from destinations that no longer require it. The face mask mandate was dropped by Finnair.

“On flights where using a mask is an authority requirement, you are required to wear a mask throughout the flight. You can remove your mask for a short, limited time when eating or drinking. On all other Finnair flights, masks are voluntary for both crew and customers.”

Finnair

TUI

The mask policy for passengers travelling between England and Northern Ireland was revised on March 11th. Passengers and employees are recommended to wear a face mask. On April 20th, the policy was updated to include flights to and from Scotland.

“Face masks will no longer be a legal requirement on Tui Airways flights to/from England, Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales, however in line with UK government and EU Charter guidance, we strongly recommend that you still wear a mask throughout your flight.”

TUI Statement

Several airlines have also relaxed their mask policy. The following global airlines have stopped requiring masks.

• Icelandair
• Norwegian Air Shuttle
• Croatia Airlines

The list of airlines scrapping mask requirements seems to be increasing.

Do you know if any other airline has dropped the mask mandate? Share it in the comment.