Luxembourg's national carrier connecting Europe and beyond.
Founded
1962
Headquarters
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
Luxair is the national airline of Luxembourg, founded in 1962 and headquartered at Luxembourg Findel Airport. As one of Europe's smaller national carriers, it operates scheduled passenger services, charter flights, and cargo operations primarily within Europe.
The airline serves a network of European destinations including leisure and business routes, and is particularly known for its strong presence in the tourism charter market. Luxair also operates LuxairTours, a tour operator subsidiary offering package holidays.
Despite its small size, Luxair maintains a significant role in Luxembourg's economy and aviation sector, enjoying a degree of protection as the country's flag carrier. The Luxembourg government and banking institutions hold major stakes in the airline.
Hubs & network
Luxair operates primarily from Luxembourg Airport (LUX), its sole hub and main base of operations.
Fleet
Luxair operates a fleet consisting mainly of Boeing 737 aircraft and Bombardier Q400 turboprops for regional services.
Notable facts
- ›Luxair is majority owned by the Luxembourg government and Luxembourg financial institutions.
- ›The airline operates LuxairTours, a package holiday and tour operator subsidiary.
- ›Luxair Cargo handles freight operations alongside passenger services.
- ›The airline has been operating for over six decades, making it one of Luxembourg's oldest companies.
- ›Luxair focuses primarily on European short- and medium-haul routes rather than long-haul intercontinental services.
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