Condor Lands in Haikou: German Airline Strengthens Commitment to Chinese Market
The German carrier Condor has taken a new step in its Asian expansion strategy with the inauguration of its first flight to Haikou, the capital and primary international gateway of China’s Hainan province. The service, launched on Friday, February 6, 2026, marks the company’s first operation to Haikou Meilan International Airport and tangibly expands its presence in the Chinese market.
A New Seasonal Route Designed for Lunar New Year Demand
The new Frankfurt–Haikou connection is operated as a seasonal service, featuring two weekly frequencies until March 9, 2026. Flights depart from Frankfurt on Sundays and Thursdays, include a layover in Bangkok, and arrive in Haikou on Mondays and Fridays.
According to information provided by the airline, the launch responds directly to the surge in demand associated with the Lunar New Year period, one of the most significant traffic peaks in the Asian aviation calendar. Furthermore, opting for an operation via Bangkok reinforces Condor’s operational flexibility on long-haul routes to Asia.
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Hainan: A Growing Hub for Europe-China Traffic
With the addition of Haikou, Condor consolidates its commitment to Hainan Island, a destination gaining momentum as both a tourist center and a transportation hub in southern China. The airline has been operating flights to Sanya since July 2025, and the addition of Haikou increases available capacity for both leisure and business travel between Europe and China.
Haikou Meilan is described as the province’s most important international hub. Its incorporation into Condor’s route map strengthens European access to a region seeking to position itself as an economic and tourism powerhouse within the country.
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