Direct Flights in Germany Decline as Prices Surge Post-Pandemic

A study reveals reduced availability and rising costs for direct flights from Germany, with low-cost carriers scaling back operations.

Direct flight prices from Germany have significantly increased compared to pre-pandemic levels, with average one-way tickets ranging from €61 to €115 for low-cost carriers.
Short-notice bookings are substantially more expensive, with same-day flights costing up to €152.40 on average for Eurowings, the German market leader.
Ryanair, despite its European growth, has reduced its operations in Germany, citing high airport taxes and fees, and has announced further flight cuts.
Domestic direct flights in Germany have sharply declined due to reduced demand, as businesses increasingly favor virtual meetings over in-person travel.
While low-cost flight availability in Germany has dropped over 30% since 2019, European low-cost flight operations have slightly exceeded pre-pandemic levels.