Cheapest Fare, Longest Delay

Yesterday, my flight from Jogjakarta to Jakarta was delayed for more than 2.5 hours. It was the longest delay I've ever experienced in domestic flight. Was it a coincidence that this was also the cheapest fare I've paid for an airline ticket? The usual fare is about USD 40, but the price for this budget airline was only USD19.

I've tried many budget airlines, the better ones and the lesser ones. The biggest advantage is of course the cheap fare.
The drawbacks:

• problems with punctuality
• inflexibility in terms of changing flight (The total cost may be higher than buying a standard airline ticket)
  
• cramped seat and limited leg room (These depend on the type of aircraft)
• extremely cold air conditioning (I still wonder why...is it a perception in our country that cold means luxury?)
  

Lessons:
If you are travelling using budget airlines, please consider these few things:

1. The importance of punctuality in your trip. If you are on a business trip, you may consider taking other carrier
2. The flexibility of your schedule. If your schedule is not fixed, do not take a budget airline.
3. The length of your flight. If your flight is longer than 3 hours, do you mind discomfort and fatigued ?
4. Bring a jacket or sweater, a bottle of water and some food
   

Learn and Grow!