The relative commercial success of some LCC’s has led to it being perceived as an attractive business model and aspects are being utilised by long-haul operators. As yet established LCC’s have been slow to move into long-haul routes but there are increasing signs of this happening. LCC’s who have built up experience and skills in domestic and short-haul markets may be well placed to put such knowledge to good use in achieving cost advantages on long-haul routes. As many short-haul markets are becoming saturated with low-cost services, it may be tempting for established LCCs to diversify in this way.