Quantcast

Lufthansa launches over 100 European codeshare flights amid ITA Airways integration

Delta, American Dive On Slashed Outlooks; But Two Airlines Rally
Competitors are circling Southwest after the airline announced it's going to start charging for checked bags
Exclusive: Dominican Low-Cost Carrier Arajet Wants to Disrupt NYC Market
Boeing deliveries rise 63% in February from a year earlier
Transportation Secretary Duffy Lays Out 10 Ways the FAA Is Working to Upgrade Air Traffic Control and Make Flying Safer
EasyJet pilot Paul Elsworth suspended after flying too close to mountain
Delta Air Lines bets on ‘blended-wing’ flight to reduce emissions
Europe's airlines pivot to bite size M&A deals to limit cost, regulatory burden
Dave Emerson named new CEO of Virgin Australia, replacing Jayne Hrdlicka
Ryanair DELAYS controversial new boarding pass rule to avoid summer chaos
FAA Orders Inspection, Replacement of 737NG Engine Parts
Spirit Adds New Airport, Three Routes
Delta crash passengers should take the $30,000 payment, their lawyers say. Here’s why.
Budget airline launches new cheap flights to one of the UK’s top winter sun destinations
Brazilian airline Azul to go 'back to basics' after challenging 2024
Airlines cancel flights as air travel to ‘grind to complete halt’ this week ahead of major strike action in Europe
Dramatic moment American Airlines plane diverted to Rome is escorted by fighter jets after mid-air bomb threat
Jetstar Faces Major Backlash as Nationwide System Outage Causes Travel Chaos, Stranding Passengers and Disrupting Flights Across the Australian Airline Industry
Sudden oil supply outages creating turbulence for airline industry
Southwest's layoffs dent its worker-first culture
Abu Dhabi's long-haul carrier Etihad Airways sees record $476 million profit in 2024
Jet2 warns of profits squeeze from rising costs and late bookings
Southwest bends further to activist shareholder Elliott's demands
Downgraded on a flight? Take these simple but important steps to get your money back
Delta Offers Over $2 Million to CRJ Crash Passengers
Boeing Delays Continue for Alaska, Hawaiian
Hong Kong Airlines launches daily Sydney flights
Airline to launch new bunk beds in economy on long-haul flights next year
How Airline Employees Are Coping After Deadly Washington Crash
Major airline reverses in-flight menu change amid outcry
Lufthansa launches over 100 European codeshare flights amid ITA Airways integration
Policy
Webp ita
ITA Airways | Wikipedia

Lufthansa Group has announced the sale of over 100 new codeshare connections within Europe as part of its integration of ITA Airways into its operations.

In a statement on February 25, Lufthansa Group said that it has begun selling tickets on over 100 new codeshare routes within Europe, including ITA Airways’ flight network.

“With today’s sales launch, over 100 new codeshare connections can be booked by both ITA Airways and the Lufthansa Group passengers (Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti) for flight dates starting with the summer 2025 schedule [March 30 – ed. note]. ”

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

Lufthansa Group noted that by sharing or adding codeshare flight numbers to an existing itinerary, travelers have a wider choice of flights and more flexibility despite traveling on different carriers.

The Germany-based group also highlighted that members of its loyalty program, Miles & More, and Volare, ITA Airways’ loyalty program, will also be able to redeem miles or points on codeshare flights.

Further integration benefits will be coming in March, including the synchronization of Lufthansa Group airlines' and ITA Airways' flight schedules.

Starting with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) summer season on March 30, select ITA Airways flights will operate under the flight codes of Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, and Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS). This includes year-round domestic flights within Italy as well as international connections from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Athens Airport (ATH), Luqa Malta International Airport (MLA), Tirana International Airport (TIA), and Sofia Vasil Levski Airport (SOF).

“For example, from the summer flight schedule, a Lufthansa customer can book a trip with Lufthansa from Frankfurt to Rome under flight number LH236 and then combine it with ITA Airways from Rome to Brindisi under flight number LH5078, thus obtaining an additional travel option to the Lufthansa Group's existing flight connections to Brindisi. ”

Dieter Vranckx, chief commercial officer (CCO) of Lufthansa Group said:

“The integration of ITA Airways as part of the Lufthansa Group is progressing rapidly and now enables far-reaching advantages in the offering for our joint customers through codesharing. ”

Meanwhile in a policy brief published in February by Lufthansa Group following their acquisition of an initial 41% stake they detailed their long-term goal is a full takeover sometime in late-2025 depending upon share availability.

The group received significant support from politicians including German government officials despite concerns raised by European Commission which had mandated remedy measures aimed at protecting competition within Europe since March last year saying:

“European competition law must be applied more efficiently in future because consolidation within Europe will continue. ”

Lufthansa argued that European carriers need growth potential comparable with international airlines based outside EU borders ensuring strong domestic lines offer connectivity globally benefiting all citizens across member states alike

Organizations Included in this History
More News

With the commencement of the 2025 summer flight schedule, ITA Airways has seamlessly integrated into the Lufthansa Group terminals in Frankfurt and Munich.

Mar 30, 2025

Air China is set to resume its Toronto flights after a 33-year hiatus.

Mar 29, 2025

United Airlines has confirmed that a Boeing 767-300ER, which departed from London on March 26, returned to London Heathrow after experiencing mechanical problems.

Mar 29, 2025

American Airlines has introduced new routes to Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic, following its "March Map-Ness" contest.

Mar 29, 2025

A Delta Air Lines Airbus A321neo is back in operation after being grounded due to smoke detected in its cabin.

Mar 29, 2025

The Southern Museum of Flight in Birmingham, Alabama, presents an extensive collection of over 120 aircraft, showcasing a range of experimental, military, and general aviation aircraft.

Mar 29, 2025