Düsseldorf

Pilot project for remotely controlled shuttle vehicles launched at Düsseldorf Airport

A pioneering pilot project to test teleoperation in public road traffic will begin at Düsseldorf Airport in May 2026. In a collaboration between the mobility service provider Rheinbahn, the technology group Rheinmetall, and the software developer Mira, specialized shuttle vehicles will be deployed on the route between the long-distance train station, the EUREF Campus, and the airport terminal. The special feature of this project is...

March 29, 2026 14:07

Düsseldorf: Higher Administrative Court of North Rhine-Westphalia rejects Aviapartner's lawsuit

The Higher Administrative Court of North Rhine-Westphalia in Münster has made a far-reaching decision regarding operations at Düsseldorf Airport, dismissing the lawsuit filed by ground handling company Aviapartner against the state of North Rhine-Westphalia. In its ruling of March 5, 2026, the responsible panel confirmed the legality of the selection process for ground handling services at the largest airport in North Rhine-Westphalia.

March 13, 2026 06:31

Acquisition of the insolvent aircraft cleaning company NH Airport Service at Düsseldorf Airport

Crombeen Aviation Service Düsseldorf GmbH acquired the insolvent service provider NH Airport Service effective March 1, 2026. This transfer, structured as an asset deal, secured the company's continued operation at Düsseldorf Airport (DUS), thus preserving approximately 90 jobs. NH Airport Service had

March 9, 2026 19:03

Düsseldorf Airport presents its summer flight schedule 2026 with over 160 destinations

Düsseldorf Airport has presented its flight schedule for the 2026 summer season, marking a significant expansion of its services. More than 60 airlines will serve over 160 destinations worldwide starting March 29th. With an average of 3.300 takeoffs and landings per week, the airport is solidifying its position as the most important air traffic hub in the region.

March 4, 2026 19:02

Significant expansion of long-distance bus services at Düsseldorf Airport

Long-distance bus operator Flixbus has significantly expanded its presence at Düsseldorf Airport for the start of the new travel season. As the operating company of Germany's third-largest airport announced, the service has been increased from three routes with six daily departures to seven routes. This gives travelers access to up to 19 departures per day.

February 28, 2026 09:05

SunExpress and Eurowings deepen operational cooperation in European transport

The airlines SunExpress and Eurowings have significantly expanded their existing codeshare agreement as of February 3, 2026. As part of this cooperation, the joint venture of Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines will, for the first time, market Eurowings connecting flights under its own SunExpress flight number (XQ). The strategic alliance focuses on the German hubs of Düsseldorf and Stuttgart.

February 20, 2026 16:08

Eurowings will connect Düsseldorf with Milan-Linate from March 2026.

Eurowings is further expanding its services at its Düsseldorf hub and will launch a new route to the northern Italian metropolis of Milan at the start of the 2026 summer flight schedule. From March 29, 2026, the Lufthansa subsidiary will serve Milan Linate Airport, conveniently located near the city center. A total of eleven weekly flights are planned, operated with aircraft from the Airbus A320 family.

February 18, 2026 17:05

Eurowings expands wet-lease capacity for the 2026 summer flight schedule

Lufthansa subsidiary Eurowings is expanding its fleet for the upcoming 2026 summer season through extensive wet-lease agreements with external partners. To meet high demand during peak months, the airline is leasing up to 19 additional aircraft, including crew. A new partner in this alliance is Lithuanian Getjet Airlines, which will lease six Airbus aircraft.

February 5, 2026 10:08

Leave Aviation expands its charter offerings to Turkey and Spain in autumn 2026

Cologne-based airline Leav Aviation plans a significant expansion of its flight connections to popular Mediterranean holiday destinations in the fourth quarter of 2026. According to recent Aeroroutes.com reports, the airline will increase service to the Turkish Riviera and the Balearic island of Mallorca between October and November. A particular focus will be on the connection between

21 January 2026 19:01

Capacity expansion in German traffic: Royal Jordanian increases flight frequencies

Royal Jordanian Airlines, the state-owned airline of Jordan, is significantly expanding its presence in the German market for the 2026 summer flight schedule. From March 30, 2026, connections from the Jordanian capital, Amman, to Berlin and Düsseldorf will be increased. Specifically, the route to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) will be served by three aircraft.

15 January 2026 19:02