Austrian Airlines has the 2025 summer flight schedule with 127 destinations and a variety of short, medium and long-haul flights. Particularly noteworthy are the numerous travel destinations in the Mediterranean region and the expanded offering to Northern Europe. But in view of increasing competition from low-cost airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air, the question arises as to whether Austrian Airlines’ traditional offering remains attractive for price-conscious customers.
With 105 short- and medium-haul destinations and up to 1,374 flights per week, Austrian Airlines stands out positively compared to other network providers. The focus on travel destinations such as Greece, Italy and Spain covers the typical holidaymaker needs well. However, low-cost airlines such as Ryanair and Wizz Air have long since established similar or more extensive offers from Vienna – often at significantly lower prices. Ryanair has two portfolios of Mediterranean destinations, including many smaller flights that Austrian Airlines does not serve. Wizz Air will operate with connections in Western European countries, for example with flights from Austrian Airlines and flight schedule.
The expansion of Austrian Airlines to include destinations such as Edinburgh, Sylt and the Lofoten brings a breath of fresh air to the flight schedule. But here too the competition remains tough. Ryanair flies to Edinburgh and offers two flights, one of which is on Austrian Airlines fares. For destinations in Reykjavik and Tromsø, with Austrian Airlines appearing as exclusive destinations, this is where competitors currently have no direct alternative to Vienna – a possible advantage, but one that remains niche.
Long-haul connections: classic destinations, limited innovation
With 18 long-haul destinations, including New York, Tokyo and Bangkok, Austrian Airlines has a solid offering. But this shows that low-cost airlines like Wizz Air are increasingly gaining a foothold on long-haul flights. While Wizz Air focuses on new markets such as Abu Dhabi, Austrian Airlines’ routes remain predominantly traditional. However, Ryanair is not yet committed to long-haul routes, which could give Austrian Airlines an advantage in this segment – but only for travelers who are willing to pay the airline’s higher prices.
The price remains a central point of criticism. While Austrian Airlines is known for its “premium services”, such as paid checked baggage and in-flight service, which is subject to a surcharge, Ryanair and Wizz Air impress with cheaper fares and additional costs for luggage etc. The decision often remains, especially for price-conscious travelers who can do without additional services in favor of low-cost airlines. In addition, these are even more flexible thanks to additional connections from regional airports such as Bratislava.
Claim and reality
Austrian Airlines sets the 2025 summer flight schedule based on arrival and departure times. The innovations in Northern Europe and the solid long-haul offering show the desire for further development. However, the question remains whether the offer can compete with low-cost airlines.
While Austrian Airlines continues to focus on quality, Ryanair and Wizz Air score points with a more aggressive price-performance ratio and a broader target group. For customers, this means a clear trade-off between comfort and costs, although the seat pitch is unlikely to be a deciding factor on short journeys, as there are hardly any differences anymore.
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