ROUTES - Austrian Airlines expands for Summer 2026: seven new destinations, more flights to the Mediterranean and Northern Europe

 

Austrian Airlines has unveiled its summer 2026 schedule, featuring seven new destinations and expanded capacity across Europe, reinforcing its focus on both Mediterranean favourites and the growing “coolcation” trend in northern destinations.

From 29 March to 24 October 2026, the airline will serve 133 destinations worldwide – up from 127 last year – including 113 short- and medium-haul and 20 long-haul routes.

“With Our 2026 Summer Schedule, We Aim To Serve Our Guests’ Favourite Mediterranean Destinations With Increased Frequencies While Also Offering Exciting New Opportunities For Travel Planning,” Said Annette Mann, Ceo Of Austrian Airlines.

Seven New Summer Destinations

Ponta Delgada (Azores): Weekly from late June to early September

Alicante & Bilbao (Spain): Twice weekly each, Wednesdays and Sundays

Bastia (Corsica): Twice weekly, Tuesdays and Saturdays

Ohrid (North Macedonia): Twice weekly, Wednesdays and Sundays

Mytilene (Lesbos, Greece): Weekly on Mondays

Bergen (Norway): Three weekly flights, early June to mid-September

Focus on Mediterranean Growth

Austrian will boost frequencies to Spain and Greece, adding:

+5 weekly flights to Barcelona

+3 to Málaga

+1 to Funchal and Tenerife

The network now includes 21 Greek and 11 Spanish destinations, with Italy also strengthened – Milan Linate joins the summer schedule after a successful winter debut.

Northern “Coolcation” Destinations

Responding to growing demand for cooler summer escapes, Austrian expands service to Norway with 13 weekly flights (up from 9), including Oslo, Tromsø, the Lofoten Islands, and new Bergen. Edinburgh (Scotland) and Sylt (Germany) also return for summer 2026.

? Long-Haul Highlights

The airline maintains a strong intercontinental portfolio, including:

Africa: Cairo (year-round), Mauritius, Marrakech

Asia: Bangkok, Tokyo, Shanghai, Malé

North America: Boston, New York (JFK & EWR), Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles, Montreal

To support the expanded schedule, Austrian will add two aircraft through its wet-lease partner airBaltic, ensuring stability amid capacity changes in Vienna following the withdrawal of low-cost competitors.

Austrian / Photo: Ton Jochems