Discover Airlines has recently announced significant updates to its short-haul flight schedules for the Northern Summer 2024 season, spanning the period from March 31, 2024, to October 26, 2024. This strategic realignment predominantly impacts departures from Frankfurt and Munich, with a keen focus on optimizing seat capacities and refining routes. This comprehensive overview delves into the intricacies of these changes, providing a detailed analysis of the adjustments made.
Overall Seasonal Changes:
| Departure City | Flights (Previous) | Flights (Revised) | Seat Capacity (Previous) | Seat Capacity (Revised) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt | 2970 | 2894 | 576,180 | 561,560 |
| Munich | 1621 | 1617 (increase) | 314,474 | 313,698 (increase) |
Despite a reduction in Frankfurt departures, Munich experiences an overall increase. This aligns with Discover Airlines’ strategic plan to add/resume 18 routes during the Northern Summer 2024 season.
Route-Specific Changes:
Discover Airlines Frankfurt Departures:
| Route | Flights (Previous) | Flights (Revised) | Seat Capacity Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frankfurt – Antalya | 102 | 55 | Seasonal operation starts on 02JUL24 |
| Frankfurt – Bari | 87 | 85 | |
| Frankfurt – Bodrum | 77 | 52 | Seasonal operation starts on 25MAY24 |
| Frankfurt – Burgas | 52 | 47 | 2 weekly service from 28APR24 to 06OCT24 |
| Frankfurt – Chania | 77 | 73 | |
| Frankfurt – Corfu | 100 | 90 | |
| Frankfurt – Gran Canaria/Las Palmas | 123 | 125 | |
| Frankfurt – Jerez de la Frontera | 46 | 52 | |
| Frankfurt – Kavala | Removed | – | Removed in mid-4Q23, previously scheduled with 45 flights in NS24 |
| Frankfurt – Kos | 82 | 79 | |
| Frankfurt – Lanzarote | 38 | 39 | |
| Frankfurt – Mahon | 26 | 23 | 1 weekly A320 service from 26MAY24 instead of 05MAY24 |
| Frankfurt – Palma de Mallorca | 420 | 453 | Overall increase from 14 to 15 weekly from 24MAY24 to 04OCT24, 16th weekly 19JUN24 – 11SEP24 |
| Frankfurt – Rhodes | 86 | 84 | |
| Frankfurt – Thira | 113 | 108 | |
| Frankfurt – Varna | 79 | 70 | |
| Frankfurt – Zakynthos | 50 | 44 | 1 weekly A320 service from 19MAY24 to 15OCT24, instead of 2 weekly from 05MAY24 |
Discover Airlines Munich Departures:
| Route | Flights (Previous) | Flights (Revised) | Seat Capacity Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munich – Bodrum | 47 | 42 | |
| Munich – Corfu | 76 | 72 | |
| Munich – Lanzarote | 26 | 31 | |
| Munich – Burgas | 2 weekly A320 from 28APR24 to 06OCT24 | ||
| Munich – Harstad/Narvik-Evenes | 2 weekly A320 from 16MAY24 to 08SEP24 | ||
| Munich – Split | 6 weekly A320 from 31MAR24 (Replacing LH Mainline) | ||
| Munich – Zadar | 1 weekly A320 from 05APR24 (4 weekly from 28APR24; Replacing LH Mainline; Previous: 4 weekly from 28APR24) | ||
| Munich – Chania | 2 weekly A320 from 02MAY24 | Last served until Nov 2022 | |
| Munich – Corfu | 1 weekly A320 from 28APR24 (2 from 14MAY24, 3 from 23MAY24, 2 from 16OCT24; Previous: 1 weekly from 14MAY24, 2 from 23MAY24 – 15OCT24; Last served until Oct 2022) | ||
| Munich – Djerba | 2 weekly A320 from 01MAY24 | ||
| Munich – Ibiza | 5 weekly A320 from 01APR24 (11 from 28APR24; Last served until Oct 2022) | ||
| Munich – Irakleion | 2 weekly A320 from 04APR24 (5 from 01MAY24, 7 from 15MAY24; Last served until Nov 2022) | ||
| Munich – Jerez de la Frontera | 1 weekly A320 from 03APR24 (2 from 04MAY23; Last served until Oct 2022) | ||
| Munich – Kalamata | 2 weekly A320 from 18MAY24 | ||
| Munich – Kefallinia | 1 weekly A320 from 17MAY24 to 04OCT24 (Previous: eff 03MAY24) | ||
| Munich – Kos | 1 weekly A320 from 06APR24 (3 from 15MAY24; Last served until Oct 2022) | ||
| Munich – Mahon | 1 weekly A320 from 04MAY24 (Previous: eff 06APR24) | ||
| Munich – Monastir | 2 weekly A320 from 03MAY24 | ||
| Munich – Mykonos | 1 weekly A320 from 04MAY24 (3 from 17MAY24, 2 from 12OCT24; Last served in Sep 2022) | ||
| Munich – Palma de Mallorca | 7 weekly A320 from 01APR24 (9 from 23APR24; Previous: 6 from 01APR24, 8 from 23APR24; Last served until October 2022) | ||
| Munich – Samos | 1 weekly A320 from 13JUN24 to 03OCT24 (Last served until Sep 2022) | ||
| Munich – Thira | 1 weekly A320 from 31MAR24 (2 from 03MAY24, 3 from 21MAY24 – 01OCT24; Last served until Oct 2022) | ||
| Munich – Varna | 2 weekly A320 from 03MAY24 to 07OCT24 | ||
| Munich – Zakynthos | 1 weekly A320 from 04MAY24 (2 from 12JUN24 – 11SEP24; Last served in Aug/Sep 2022) |
Service Additions and Resumptions:
Discover Airlines remains committed to enhancing its network, with planned service additions and resumptions for 2024. Noteworthy revisions include:
- Frankfurt – Harstad/Narvik-Evenes: 2 weekly A320 from 16MAY24 to 08SEP24
- Munich – Thira: 1 weekly A320 from 31MAR24 (increasing to 3 from 21MAY24 to 01OCT24)
These strategic additions aim to provide passengers with enhanced connectivity and convenience.
Conclusion: Discover Airlines’ short-haul operation changes for the Northern Summer 2024 season reflect a dynamic approach to adapt to market demands. While some routes see adjustments in frequency and seasonal commencement, the overall trajectory showcases a strategic focus on growth and resilience in the face of evolving travel landscapes.
Note: The term “original” refers to the schedule listing as of mid-September 2023.
Published by Arjun on AviationAdda.Com
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