Austrian Airlines expands for Summer 2026 with 7 new destinations

Austrian Airlines expands for Summer 2026 with 7 new destinations

Hold on to your Sacher-Torte — Austrian Airlines just dropped its Summer 2026 schedule, and it’s bursting with new destinations, more Mediterranean getaways, and even a few “coolcation” escapes for those who’d rather wear a sweater than sunscreen.

From March 29 to October 24, 2026, Austria’s flag carrier will serve 133 destinations worldwide (because apparently, 127 just wasn’t enough last year). That includes 113 short- and medium-haul routes and 20 long-haul ones — proof that Austrian is in full-on “let’s go everywhere” mode.

Seven shiny new destinations

Because seven is the magic number (and also the number of times you’ll repack before your flight), Austrian Airlines is adding:

• Ponta Delgada, Azores – Weekly from late June to early September. Think volcanic landscapes, whale watching, and that smug feeling of being “off the beaten path.”
• Alicante, Spain – Twice weekly (Wednesdays and Sundays). For those who like their beaches with a side of sangria.
• Bilbao, Spain – Twice weekly (Wednesdays and Sundays). Where modern art meets mouthwatering pintxos.
• Bastia, Corsica – Twice weekly (Tuesdays and Saturdays). Perfect for anyone who can’t decide between France and Italy.
• Ohrid, North Macedonia – Twice weekly (Wednesdays and Sundays). A fairytale lake city with medieval charm and water so clear you’ll question reality.
• Mytilene, Lesbos, Greece – Weekly on Mondays. Sunshine, seafood, and serenity — because Mondays deserve a little love.
• Bergen, Norway – Three times weekly (early June to mid-September). A “coolcation” dream with fjords, fresh air, and zero chance of sunburn.

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A Mediterranean comeback tour

If your 2026 travel mood board looks like “somewhere warm with olives,” you’re in luck. Austrian Airlines is boosting flights to the Med’s hottest spots, adding:

• +5 weekly flights to Barcelona (because one can never have too many tapas options).
• +3 to Málaga, for those who enjoy sunshine and pretending they’re in a music video.
• +1 to Funchal and Tenerife, because even the Atlantic islands want in on the fun.

In total, the network now includes 21 Greek and 11 Spanish destinations — plus Italy, which remains irresistible as ever. Milan Linate even joins the summer schedule after a successful winter debut. Apparently, Milan’s fashion doesn’t take a vacation either.

Chilling is the new thrilling

For those who believe that sweating through your linen outfit isn’t a holiday, Austrian is embracing the “coolcation” trend — the art of escaping the heat in style.

The airline is ramping up flights to Norway, now offering 13 weekly services (up from 9), including Oslo, Tromsø, the Lofoten Islands, and the newcomer Bergen.

Also back for summer 2026: Edinburgh (where castles meet bagpipes) and Sylt, Germany’s chic North Sea island that’s basically the Hamptons with more pretzels.

Long-haul legends

Of course, Austrian Airlines isn’t forgetting the big adventures. Its long-haul lineup stays strong with:

• Africa: Cairo (year-round), Mauritius, Marrakech
• Asia: Bangkok, Tokyo, Shanghai, Malé
• North America: Boston, New York (JFK & EWR), Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles, Montreal

Basically, if you spin a globe, Austrian probably flies there — or will soon.

Extra planes, extra possibilities

To keep up with all these new routes, Austrian Airlines will add two aircraft through its wet-lease partner airBaltic. This ensures everything runs smoothly (and Vienna doesn’t turn into a game of “find the empty gate”).

CEO of Austrian Airlines, Annette Mann,  summed it up best:

“With our 2026 summer schedule, we aim to serve our guests’ favourite Mediterranean destinations with increased frequencies while also offering exciting new opportunities for travel planning.”

Translation: We’re flying you to the sun, the snow, and everywhere in between — because you deserve options.

She added that expanding capacity reaffirms the airline’s commitment to its home base in Vienna — and to the noble mission of making every summer itinerary a little harder to choose.

So whether you’re craving Greek beaches, Nordic fjords, or just another excuse to tell your boss you’ll be “working remotely,” Austrian’s summer schedule has you covered — literally from the Azores to the Arctic Circle.

Better start packing now. (And don’t forget the sunscreen and the scarf — just in case.)