About Skyscanner
Skyscanner is a travel search engine that helps users find and compare prices for flights, hotels, and car rentals. It works by gathering data from various travel providers and presenting it in a simple interface, allowing users to easily see the best deals available. Skyscanner stands out from its competitors by focusing on real-time price comparisons and offering a wide range of options for both individual travelers and businesses. The company's goal is to make travel planning easier and more affordable for everyone.
Edinburgh, United KingdomHeadquarters
2003Year Founded
$167.6MTotal Funding
ACQUISITIONCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Consumer Software, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees
Benefits
Work partly from our amazing offices and partly from home
Private medical insurance with great mental health cover
Discounted gym memberships
Free Headspace subscription
Training & performance appraisals
Work with industry professionals with years of experience that they’re happy to share
Ask anything and everything during lunches with the CEO
Be involved in our Charity Committee and make a difference
Risks
Competitors' AI tools may offer superior user experiences, threatening Skyscanner's market share.
Former executives joining competitors could lead to increased competition and loss of insights.
Reliance on affiliate marketing makes Skyscanner vulnerable to changes in commission structures.
Differentiation
Skyscanner offers a comprehensive platform for comparing flights, hotels, and car rentals.
The company uses advanced algorithms for real-time price comparisons, enhancing user experience.
Skyscanner's user-friendly interface simplifies travel planning for both individual and corporate clients.
Upsides
Increased demand for personalized travel experiences boosts Skyscanner's AI-powered planning tools.
The rise of sustainable travel allows Skyscanner to attract eco-conscious travelers.
Expansion of low-cost airlines in emerging markets enhances Skyscanner's flight comparison services.
Funding
Total raised$167.56 M
Latest valuation$1.40 B
StageACQUISITION
ACQUISITION
10/31/2016$1.8 K
$1.40 B$169
$640.00 MSERIES A
10/31/2007$3
$12.50 M