{"id":177347,"date":"2025-07-29T15:30:33","date_gmt":"2025-07-29T15:30:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviacionaldia.com\/?p=177347"},"modified":"2025-07-29T21:37:49","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T21:37:49","slug":"discover-airlines-expands-european-network-in-2026-new-routes-to-ireland-cyprus-and-italy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviacionaldia.com\/en\/2025\/07\/discover-airlines-expands-european-network-in-2026-new-routes-to-ireland-cyprus-and-italy.html","title":{"rendered":"Discover Airlines Expands European Network in 2026: New Routes to Ireland, Cyprus, and Italy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Discover Airlines<\/strong>, part of the Lufthansa Group, will enhance its short- and medium-haul operations from Frankfurt and Munich<\/strong> in the summer of 2026, with a clear focus on regional destinations less saturated by mass tourism. The airline is adding three new routes renowned for their cultural richness, diverse landscapes, and local charm: Shannon in Ireland, Larnaca in Cyprus, and Brindisi in Italy<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shannon: Gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Starting April 4, 2026, Discover Airlines will be the only carrier offering direct flights from Germany to Shannon. This city in western Ireland serves as the perfect starting point to explore the country\u2019s spectacular Atlantic coastline. Flights will operate twice weekly from Frankfurt, on Thursdays and Saturdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Larnaca: Enhanced Connectivity to Cyprus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For the first time, Cyprus joins Discover Airlines\u2019 destination network. Beginning March 29, 2026, daily flights will connect Frankfurt and Munich to Larnaca, one of the world\u2019s oldest cities. Additionally, Frankfurt will offer two daily flights on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, while Munich will also operate two flights on Fridays and Sundays. These routes were previously served by Lufthansa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Brindisi: New Destination in Southern Italy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On June 2, 2026, a new route between Frankfurt and Brindisi will launch. This Adriatic port city is famous for its whitewashed villages and quintessential southern Italian coastal scenery. Flights will operate twice weekly, on Tuesdays and Fridays, and will be available until October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

More Greek and Nordic Destinations from Munich<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Discover Airlines will also expand its presence in Southern Europe and Scandinavia from Munich. Starting in May, two new destinations with strong demand from Frankfurt will be added: Skiathos in Greece and Evenes in Norway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n