Relax and Start the Summer Holidays with Lufthansa

• On the first holiday weekend, Lufthansa expects 186,000 passengers
• Most popular European destinations: Portugal, Greece, Turkey and Italy
• Digital services help to start stress-free holidays
• Punctuality significantly better than last year.
• More investments in services, offerings, and operational stability

At the start of the summer school holidays in Hessen, Lufthansa expects its  busiest travel weeks of the year. At Frankfurt Airport alone, 186,000 passengers are expected during the first holiday weekend. Alone from Frankfurt this summer, Lufthansa flies to 211 destinations:140 in Germany and Europe and 71 intercontinental. 

Within Europe, most popular demand is seen for destinations in Portugal, Greece, France, Italy, and Scandinavia. Among international destinations, Windhoek, South America (Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Bogotá), Seattle, and Los Angeles are most popular.

Lufthansa punctuality has significantly improved: Ranked fifth last summer among European network airlines, it is now among the top three in Europe. For arrival punctuality, crucial for guests, Lufthansa was in first place this spring.

“A stable and punctual flight operation is a prerequisite for good customer experience. Despite the challenging economic situation, Lufthansa invested 200 million euros to stabilize flight operations. and it is now paying off for our guests and employees. Lufthansa punctuality is now at its best in ten years,” says Jens Ritter, CEO of Lufthansa Airlines. “Our investments in the travel experience of our guests are also paying off. From upgrading our food offerings and lounges to our new Allegris long-haul cabin equipment, we are seeing a positive trend in customer satisfaction and customer interaction.”

Lufthansa Airlines was recently named the world’s most family-friendly airline at the 2025 Skytrax World Airline Awards. In addition, the Lufthansa First Class Terminal in Frankfurt received the world’s best First Class Lounge award.

Just in time for summer, Lufthansa has further optimized its digital services. For example, the Lufthansa app – voted the world’s best airline app – now allows travelers to simply upload their passport during check-in and check their ESTA travel authorization during online check-in. The app is also a helpful companion during a flight providing information about the current gate, updates on departure times via the “Live Activity” option, and baggage status.

There is also something new regarding baggage. In cooperation with technology provider AirPortr, Lufthansa now offers all travelers departing Frankfurt a new, innovative baggage pick-up and check-in service. The principle is as simple as it is convenient: guests can have their luggage picked up at home or at their hotel. It is then sealed, transported to the airport, and checked in. Travelers receive real-time updates via a personalized tracking link and a digital baggage tag receipt. This allows passengers to travel to the airport without heavy check-in baggage and proceed directly to security – receiving their baggage at their destination.

“Lufthansa is looking forward to bringing its guests to their summer holiday destinations. In recent weeks, and especially during the Easter and Pentecost holidays. Once again, we are flying reliably and punctually and are ready for the busiest travel season of the year. Our teams on board and on the ground are doing outstanding work to provide our guests with the best possible travel experience,” emphasizes Jens Ritter.