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Maastricht’s Summer Is Cleared for Takeoff and Your Flip-Flops Just Got Nervous

Grab your sunnies, slap on some SPF, and start pretending you know how to pack lightly—because Corendon Airlines is officially back at Maastricht Aachen Airport, and the 2025 summer season is taking off faster than you can say “beach, please.”

The first flight soared into the sky on April 21, launching a summer filled with sand, sun, and questionable inflight snack choices. And no, this isn’t a drill. Your path to Greek islands and beyond just got a whole lot smoother (and way more affordable).

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Crete, Zakynthos, and a Surprise Guest Called Bulgaria

This year, Corendon is playing all the hits. Crete and Zakynthos are back on the playlist from April through October, delivering the kind of holiday vibes that pair beautifully with beach towels, souvlaki, and spontaneous sunset selfies.

But wait—there’s a limited-time bonus track. In July and August, Corendon is throwing in Burgas, Bulgaria, because clearly someone at HQ said, “You know what this summer needs? More Black Sea and less predictability.”

And they were right. Imagine telling your friends you’re off to Bulgaria this summer, then watching their confused faces as you smugly sip something local and Google what Bulgarian rose oil actually is. (Spoiler: it’s a thing, and it smells fancy.)

25 Years of Budget Sunburns and Good Decisions

While you’re mentally packing your suitcase (and pretending you won’t overpack), let’s take a moment to toast Corendon on its 25th birthday. Yes, they’ve been flying us to affordable paradise for a quarter of a century—first as a scrappy tour operator in 2000, and by 2005, a full-blown airline taking off like your uncle’s dance moves at a Greek wedding.

Maastricht’s been part of the journey since day one, making this whole return feel like a sweet, sun-kissed reunion. Cue emotional montage of early 2000s passengers in questionable swimwear and sunburns that lasted until September.

So here’s to 25 years of saving summer one beach flight at a time. Long may your tray tables be upright and your legroom dreams marginally fulfilled.

Meanwhile, Ryanair’s Also Here and Loud About It

Not to be left out of the sunny action, Ryanair has entered the group chat, flinging open the gates to Girona, Alicante, Porto, Zadar, and Bari. Translation: you now have no excuse not to indulge in sangria, skip stones in the Adriatic, or eat seafood risotto like a local (or at least like someone confidently using Google Translate).

Basically, Maastricht Aachen Airport is having a hot girl summer. Small airport, big travel dreams. No long security lines, no getting lost in Terminal 19C—just a quick in-and-out to your next Mediterranean moment.

Your 2025 Summer Game Plan, Sorted

Whether you’re Team Corendon, Team Ryanair, or just Team “Get Me Out of Here Before I Buy Another Rain Jacket,” Maastricht has you covered.

Think Greek island escapes, surprise Black Sea moments, Portuguese pastries, and Italian beach naps—all starting from a charming little airport that’s clearly punching above its weight.

This summer, let’s skip the stress and embrace the spontaneity. Imagine casually saying, “Oh, I’m off to Zakynthos this weekend,” while sipping your €2 airport coffee and feeling deeply superior.

So go ahead—book the flight, pack that floppy hat you swore you’d never wear again, and dust off your passport. Because Maastricht’s summer is in full swing, the boarding gate is open, and your best tan yet is just a few hours away.

Corendon is back, the sun is out, and the only baggage you need is rolling behind you.