Short-haul, long-haul, frills, no-frills – airlines can impress in any number of ways, but which is your favourite? Short-haul, long-haul, frills, no-frills – airlines can impress in any number of ways, but which is your favourite? Short-haul, long-haul, frills, no-frills – airlines can impress in any number of ways, but which is your favourite? Aer Lingus got more than twice as many nominations as its closest rival , highlighting our emotional attachment to an airline and brand that remains deeply Irisha despite its recent acquisition by IAG. “It’s that sense of being cared for by our own, the friendly welcome and attention of the staff,” you said.