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Lufthansa Joins the Global Sunflower Movement as Inclusive Travel Gains Worldwide Momentum

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(NEWS) COLOGNE, Germany, 2025-Dec-3 — /Travel PR News/ — Lufthansa has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program, marking a significant step in the airline’s efforts to make air travel more inclusive for passengers with non-visible disabilities according to their press announcement. Launched on December 1, the initiative allows travellers with conditions such as chronic illness,… Read the full news article

Munich Airport and Lufthansa bring Bavarian flair to global passengers with festivities and themed flights for Oktoberfest

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(NEWS) MUNICH, Germany, 2025-Sep-19 — /Travel PR News/ — Munich Airport has officially launched the Oktoberfest season with a festive kickoff attended by Bavarian Minister of State for Food, Agriculture, Forestry, and Tourism Michaela Kaniber, Airport CEO Jost Lammers, and Lufthansa Hub Manager Heiko Reitz. Terminal 2 was filled with Bavarian spirit as traditional costume… Read the full news article

New MoU Seals Collaboration Between Munich AirportAcademy and Colorado Denver Business School for EMBAA Program

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(IN SHORT) Munich AirportAcademy and CU Denver Business School have signed an MoU to co-develop and deliver specialized training modules for CU Denver’s new Executive MBA in Aviation (EMBAA). Beginning in 2026, Munich Airport’s training division will integrate its operational insights into the EMBAA curriculum. This is the Academy’s first collaboration with an international university… Read the full news article

Air Arabia Introduces Daily Sharjah–Munich Service with Airbus A320neo from December 2025

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(IN SHORT) Air Arabia will launch daily flights between Sharjah and Munich beginning 15 December 2025, using its Airbus A320neo fleet. Sharjah, located near Dubai and celebrated for its cultural attractions, will be linked directly to Munich Airport—Air Arabia’s inaugural German destination. The service enhances the carrier’s connectivity from Europe into its broader Middle East… Read the full news article

Munich Airport Marks 15 Years of Successful Partnerships with United Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and ANA

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(IN SHORT) Munich Airport is commemorating 15 years of successful partnerships with United Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and All Nippon Airways, solidifying its status as a premium international hub. These partnerships have fostered a diverse route network and contributed significantly to passenger traffic and air freight. United Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and ANA have been integral in… Read the full news article

Munich Airport Unveils Upgraded CT Security Lanes Ahead of Easter

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(IN SHORT) Munich Airport has officially launched its newly modernized central security lanes at Terminal 2 after three years of reconstruction. The 15-lane system, equipped with advanced CT scanners, is designed to enhance passenger convenience by allowing simultaneous screening of up to four passengers’ hand luggage without the need to unpack electronics and liquids. It… Read the full news article

Munich Airport’s Terminal A at Newark Liberty International Airport Awarded Skytrax 5-Star Rating

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(IN SHORT) Munich Airport International GmbH (MAI) and its subsidiary, Munich Airport NJ LLC (MANJ), proudly announced that Terminal A at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) has been awarded a prestigious 5-Star Airport Terminal Rating from Skytrax, recognizing it as a world-class facility delivering exceptional customer experiences. Terminal A, opened in January 2023, offers travelers… Read the full news article

Norwegian Expands Munich Flights to Spanish Hotspots

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(IN SHORT) Norwegian Airlines announces the expansion of its flight offerings from Munich, adding two Spanish destinations, Alicante and Malaga, to its schedule effective April. Amid the ongoing recovery from COVID-19 disruptions, the airline’s subsidiary, Norwegian Air Sweden, operating under the code “D8,” will introduce flights to Alicante twice a week and Malaga thrice weekly,… Read the full news article

Munich Airport Emerges as Freight Transport Hub Amidst German Decline

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Freight volume increases by 6.6% year on year Bavarian export industry makes use of flights Freight capacity will increase further this year (IN SHORT) Munich Airport achieved remarkable success in air freight transportation in 2023, standing out as the sole major German airport to experience growth amidst a national decline. With a 6.6% year-on-year increase,… Read the full news article

Munich Airport Hosts Climate-Monitoring Satellite En Route to SpaceX Launch Site

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(IN SHORT) Munich Airport recently welcomed the Antonov An-124, which transported the climate-monitoring satellite “EarthCARE” for the European Space Agency (ESA). The satellite, a joint project between ESA and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), aims to study the role of clouds and aerosols in climate regulation. Loaded with precision by cargo experts, the satellite… Read the full news article

Vietnam Airlines Expands Asian Network with Munich Airport Service

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Expansion of Asian travel connections Four times a week to all major Vietnamese cities starting in December Vietnam among the most popular vacation destinations in Southeast Asia (IN SHORT) Vietnam Airlines announces its newest venture, initiating direct flights from Munich Airport to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City beginning October 2, 2024. With plans to… Read the full news article

Munich Airport Sees Surge in Air Travel Demand, Expanding Routes to Asia in 2024

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(IN SHORT) Munich Airport is experiencing a significant rise in air travel demand, evident from the increased number of aircraft movements in its 2024 summer flight schedule. Starting on March 31, nine airlines are planning to operate 107 weekly flights to 14 destinations across East and South Asia, reflecting the growing interest in these regions…. Read the full news article

Munich Airport’s Winter Flight Schedule Expands with New Destinations and Enhanced Services

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MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Oct-24 — /Travel PR News/ — The new winter flight schedule at Munich Airport will begin at the same time as the clock change and last from Sunday, October 29, 2023 to Saturday, March 30, 2024. During this period, passengers will be able to choose between 43 long-haul and 116 medium-haul destinations, as… Read the full news article

Munich Airport Introduces Smart Baggage Trolleys with Interactive Tablets for Enhanced Passenger Experience

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MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Oct-08 — /Travel PR News/ — Starting from October 4th, passengers at Munich Airport can enjoy a more digital experience in the time before departure. Using a tablet on a carry-on baggage trolley, travelers can enter their flight data manually or scan their boarding card. They will then receive their flight information and… Read the full news article

Climbing Adventure Awaits at Munich Airport Center: High-Rope Course Returns for Summer Fun

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MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Aug-01 — /Travel PR News/ — During the summer vacation, climbing enthusiasts will have the opportunity to test their personal limits at dizzying heights in the Munich Airport Center (MAC). Experienced climbers and newbies alike will get to try out new challenges between August 7 and August 30, 2023, when the MAC Forum… Read the full news article

ANA to resume nonstop flights from Munich to Tokyo’s Haneda Airport after pandemic-related break

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MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Mar-30 — /Travel PR News/ — Japan’s largest airline ANA and member of the Star Alliance, is returning to Munich Airport after a pandemic-related break. With the start of the summer flight schedule, the 5-star airline is thus resuming its nonstop connection from Munich to Tokyo’s city-near Haneda Airport. Initially, the route is… Read the full news article

Munich Airport to welcome new airline and routes for summer 2023 schedule, including Lufthansa’s Osaka and Mexico City flights

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China opens up for flights from Germany again Lufthansa flying to additional destinations from Munich ANA is back and Fly One comes to Munich for first time MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Mar-22 — /Travel PR News/ — The summer flight schedule will begin on Sunday, March 26, 2023, and end on Saturday, October 28. Munich Airport is… Read the full news article

Munich Airport named “Best Airport Staff in Europe” and “Best Airport in Central Europe” at World Airport Awards

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MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Mar-17 — /Travel PR News/ — Munich Airport has received two awards at the prestigious World Airport Awards. At the prize ceremony held during Passenger Terminal EXPO in Amsterdam, Munich Airport was honored with the awards for “Best Airport Staff in Europe” and “Best Airport in Central Europe”. In a global benchmark, Bavaria’s… Read the full news article

Lufthansa and Munich Airport Sign Letter of Intent to Strengthen Sustainable Partnership and Expand Intermodal Transport Hub

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MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Jan-26 — /Travel PR News/ — Flughafen München GmbH (FMG) and Lufthansa are reaffirming and strengthening their successful strategic partnership. The two companies are now signing a letter of intent (LOI) to intensify and continue the sustainable development of Munich Airport. In the LOI, both parties commit to a shared sustainability strategy, to… Read the full news article

Munich Airport Sees Massive Growth in All Traffic Figures for 2022: 19 Million Passengers and 55% Increase in Air Freight Volume

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19 million more passengers than in 2021 Aircraft movements nearly doubled year on year Air freight volume increases by 55% to 259,000 metric tons MUNICH, Germany, 2023-Jan-11 — /Travel PR News/ — A busy summer has gifted Munich Airport massive growth in all traffic figures in 2022: Passenger numbers rose by 19 million year on… Read the full news article

Munich Airport to modernize and equip its Terminal 2 with state-of-the-art technology

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Dec-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Renovation work gets under way at Munich Airport’s Terminal 2: The central security checkpoint at Munich Airport’s Terminal 2 is being modernized and equipped with state-of-the-art technology, with completion scheduled for fall 2024. As a result, passengers of Lufthansa and its partner airlines will benefit from faster,… Read the full news article

DHL Express starts construction for its new Munich Airport facility

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€104 million total investment Almost seven times the existing processing area Relocation scheduled for 2024 MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Jul-28 — /Travel PR News/ — Today (July 27, 2022), DHL Express Germany marked the official start of construction for its new Munich Airport facility with a groundbreaking ceremony. The building, which is being built on parking lots… Read the full news article

Munich Airport ranked one of the best airports in the world at the annual “World Airport Awards”

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Jun-21 — /Travel PR News/ — In passengers’ eyes, Munich Airport is still one of the best airports in the world even after two years of pandemic: At the annual “World Airport Awards” conferred by London-based aviation consultancy Skytrax, the Bavarian air transportation hub was awarded the title of “Best Airport in Central… Read the full news article

Munich Airport welcomes Somon Air’s weekly flights between Munich and Dushanbe

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Jun-10 — /Travel PR News/ — From now on, Somon Air with the IATA code SZ offers weekly flights from Munich to the Tajik capital Dushanbe. The flight lands every Monday at 09:30 in Munich and departs at 11:30 back to the Dushanbe hub. A Boeing 737-900 ER is in service on the… Read the full news article

Munich Airport announces the opening of Tripidi and Barber House at Terminal 2

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Apr-13 — /Travel PR News/ — With the summer timetable in force, the number of destinations on offer at Munich Airport is increasing – and with it the number of passengers. Against the backdrop of increasing traffic, the airport launches further attractive shopping and service offers: High-quality houseware at “Tripidi” “Tripidi” opened a… Read the full news article

Munich Airport introduces audio walk through Terminal 2 to provide entertaining information about the working environment at the airport

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Apr-12 — /Travel PR News/ — Munich Airport is now offering a varied audio walk through Terminal 2 to help families with children shorten their waiting time at the airport. The audio walk through the Schengen area offers interesting insights into the airport world and at the same time provides entertaining information about… Read the full news article

Munich Airport announces the store opening of Swiss Haut Chocolatier Sprüngli

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Apr-06 — /Travel PR News/ — From now on, passengers at Munich Airport will have the opportunity to purchase products from the renowned Swiss Haut Chocolatier Sprüngli directly at the airport: After the earlier success of its pop-up store at Munich Airport, the Swiss pioneer of Grand Cru chocolate has now chosen a… Read the full news article

Munich Airport welcomes Lufthansa’s non-stop services to Rio de Janeiro and San Diego; and relaunch of flights to Bangkok

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Apr-01 — /Travel PR News/ — For the first time non-stop from Munich to Rio de Janeiro and San Diego, and also again to Bangkok: Lufthansa is offering a highly attractive long-haul program from Munich this summer. Mumbai, Toronto and Washington are also back on the flight schedule after an extended break. Now,… Read the full news article

Munich Airport welcomes Eurowings Discover’s new service to Nevada

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Mar-29 — /Travel PR News/ — A new gateway to the U.S. casino metropolis of Las Vegas has opened up with the change to the summer flight schedule. Sunday, March 27, 2022, marked the first time a long-haul aircraft of the airline, which was founded last year, took off from Munich to the… Read the full news article

Munich Airport welcomes new cargo services from Qatar Airways

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MUNICH, Germany, 2022-Jan-20 — /Travel PR News/ — Munich Airport welcomes a further increase in so-called cargo-only services. As of today (January 17, 2022), Qatar Airways is operating regular flights to and from Munich with a cargo version of its Boeing 777. The routing starts in Bangalore, India, and leads via Qatar’s capital Doha to… Read the full news article