Linz Airport is launching into the 2026 summer season with a portfolio expansion. A key element of the new strategy is the daily connection to the global hub Frankfurt am Main, which will commence on March 29th.
The Danish airline DAT (Danish Air Transport) operates an ATR72 aircraft permanently based in Linz for this service. This connection not only provides passengers from Upper Austria with direct access to Germany's most important air hub, but also, via interlining agreements, with connections to destinations worldwide. This strengthens the regional airport's importance for both business travelers and international tourists.
In the holiday travel sector, the Greek islands continue to dominate. Besides the classic destinations of Rhodes, Kos, and Crete, specialized niche destinations such as Kefalonia, Skiathos, and Lefkada are served. Cooperation with specialized tour operators like Rhomberg and Springer Reisen provides access to authentic destinations away from mass tourism. The program is complemented by established charter destinations such as Mallorca, Antalya, and the Croatian island of Brač. For diving enthusiasts, Hurghada in Egypt remains a regular part of the summer flight schedule, having already experienced stable demand during the winter.
The low-cost sector is largely dominated by Ryanair, which is further consolidating its presence in Linz. The nonstop service to London, launched in autumn 2024, will continue with two weekly flights. Similarly, Alicante on Spain's Costa Blanca and Bari in Italy's Apulia will continue to be served on Mondays and Fridays. This route network is aimed particularly at independent travelers and city tourists who value affordable connections to European metropolises and coastal regions.
In addition to its regular scheduled and charter services, Linz Airport offers a comprehensive range of exclusive short breaks and sightseeing tours. In cooperation with tour operators such as Schöner Reisen mit Wiesinger, destinations like Bilbao, Barcelona, Montpellier, and Normandy are targeted during the spring and early summer. Emerging markets such as Albania are also served by special flights to Tirana. These targeted connections typically take advantage of public holidays and long weekends to appeal to a discerning clientele who want to combine cultural discoveries with a comfortable journey from their home airport.