Condor
Airline Statistics
326
Active Routes3922
Flight Observations85
Unique Destinations85
Origin Airports1922
Avg Route Distance (mi)6482
Longest Route (mi)9
Domestic Routes91
International RoutesAbout Condor
Condor Flugdienst Airlines (ICAO: CFG): A Comprehensive Overview
Condor Flugdienst GmbH, commonly known as Condor, is a German leisure airline headquartered in Neu-Isenburg, Hesse, with its main operational base at Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Founded on December 21, 1955, as Deutsche Flugdienst GmbH by a consortium including Norddeutscher Lloyd, Hamburg-Amerika-Linie, Deutsche Lufthansa, and Deutsche Bundesbahn, it commenced tourist-oriented flights in March 1956. The airline adopted the name Condor Flugdienst GmbH in 1961 after taking over Condor-Luftreederei.
Condor operates both scheduled and charter flights, focusing on medium-haul routes to popular vacation destinations in the Mediterranean Basin and the Canary Islands, as well as long-haul flights to Africa, Asia, North America, South America, and the Caribbean. While medium-haul flights depart from various German airports and Zurich, long-haul services primarily originate from Frankfurt, with some charter flights from Düsseldorf and Munich. In summer 2025, Condor is expanding its European city network to include destinations like Rome, Milan, Prague, Vienna, Zurich, Berlin, Hamburg, and Munich, and increasing frequencies on some long-haul routes.
The airline's fleet is undergoing significant modernization. As of 2024, Condor completed the renewal of its long-haul fleet, which now consists of 18 highly efficient Airbus A330neo aircraft, with plans to expand to 25 by 2031. Since 2024, it has also begun renewing its short and medium-haul fleet, expecting to receive 43 new aircraft from the Airbus A32Xneo family by 2029, replacing its existing Airbus A320 family and Boeing 757-300 aircraft. Condor offers Business Class, Premium Economy Class, and Economy Class services. On long-haul flights, Business Class features lie-flat seats, gourmet menus, and personal 4K entertainment screens with free content and in-flight Wi-Fi on A330neo aircraft. Premium Economy offers more legroom, upgraded meals, and amenity kits, while Economy includes standard meals and non-alcoholic beverages on long-haul flights. Condor does not belong to a major global airline alliance but has codeshare and frequent flyer partnerships with airlines such as Alaska Airlines and Emirates.
Traveler Reviews
Traveler reviews for Condor Airlines present a mixed but generally positive sentiment, particularly concerning its modernized long-haul fleet. Skytrax rates Condor as a 4-Star Leisure Airline.
What Travelers Love:
- New A330neo Aircraft: Many passengers praise the new Airbus A330neo for being clean, modern, quiet, and offering a comfortable flying experience, especially in Business Class with lie-flat seats and personal entertainment.
- Business Class Experience: Business Class is frequently highlighted for its comfortable seating, aisle access, good food, and friendly service, often at a competitive price point compared to other carriers.
- Included Meals and Entertainment (Long-Haul): Travelers appreciate the complimentary meals and non-alcoholic beverages on long-haul flights, with the food quality often exceeding expectations for airline cuisine. Inflight entertainment is also generally well-received.
Common Complaints:
- Tight Economy Seating: Economy class seating is frequently described as tight and uncomfortable, especially on long-haul flights, with some passengers noting smaller seat width and pitch compared to other airlines.
- Customer Service Issues: Inconsistent and unhelpful customer service is a recurring complaint, with reports of difficulty reaching agents, slow responses to issues, and lack of transparency regarding flight changes or cancellations.
- Baggage and Extra Fees: Passengers often express frustration with confusing baggage allowances, unexpected or high fees for checked bags and even carry-ons, and issues with Condor's website preventing online baggage booking.
- Inconsistent Service (Economy/Short-Haul): While Business Class receives positive feedback, service standards can be inconsistent in Economy, and on short-haul flights, all food and beverages are chargeable. Some cabins have also been reported as uncomfortably hot.
Overall, Condor is generally perceived as a good budget-friendly option for leisure travel, especially for those who can afford Business or Premium Economy on long-haul routes. While the new aircraft and in-flight offerings are appreciated, issues with customer service and economy class comfort often detract from the overall experience for some travelers.
Safety Information
Condor Flugdienst GmbH maintains a strong focus on safety and has a solid reputation for its maintenance standards.
- Recent Safety Record and Notable Incidents (or lack thereof): Condor's recent safety record, based on available data, indicates no major fatal accidents. SKYbrary Aviation Safety lists a few incidents, such as an A339 en-route incident north of Madagascar in 2023, an A320 incident in Heraklion and Kavala, Greece in 2021, and an A332 en-route incident over the North Atlantic in 2019. These are categorized as accidents & serious incidents involving the operator.
- Regulatory Certifications: Condor's fleet is maintained by its own maintenance operation, Condor Technik GmbH (CTG), at its Frankfurt and Düsseldorf locations, adhering to the highest safety standards and strict official regulations. While specific mentions of IOSA (IATA Operational Safety Audit) or FAA compliance were not explicitly detailed in the search results, the airline is a German carrier, implying adherence to European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regulations, which are among the strictest globally. Germany is an ICAO Territory.
- Fleet Age and Maintenance Reputation: Condor has actively been modernizing its fleet. Its long-haul fleet, now consisting of Airbus A330neo aircraft, completed its renewal in 2024. The short and medium-haul fleet is also being renewed with the Airbus A32Xneo family, with new aircraft arriving from 2024 to 2029. This continuous renewal contributes to a modern and efficient fleet. The airline's maintenance is performed by Condor Technik GmbH, known for ensuring high quality and compliance with stringent standards.
- Overall Safety Assessment: Based on its continuous fleet modernization and internal maintenance organization adhering to high standards, Condor appears to maintain a robust safety profile. The transition to newer, more fuel-efficient aircraft also incorporates the latest safety technologies.
- Safety Awards or Recognitions: Specific safety awards or recognitions were not explicitly mentioned in the provided search results.
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326 Total Routes| Route | Destination | Flights | Distance | Aircraft | Last Seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DUS → PMI |
Palma de Mallorca (or Son Sant Joan)
Palma de Mallorca
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135 | 835 mi | A320 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| MUC → PMI |
Palma de Mallorca (or Son Sant Joan)
Palma de Mallorca
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123 | 756 mi | A321 | Oct 25, 2025 |
| FRA → PMI |
Palma de Mallorca (or Son Sant Joan)
Palma de Mallorca
|
90 | 778 mi | UNKNOWN | Nov 2, 2025 |
| HRG → FRA |
Frankfurt Int'l
Frankfurt am Main
|
83 | 2068 mi | A21N | Feb 2, 2026 |
| MUC → FRA |
Frankfurt Int'l
Frankfurt am Main
|
62 | 187 mi | A321 | Feb 1, 2026 |
| HAM → FRA |
Frankfurt Int'l
Frankfurt am Main
|
62 | 257 mi | A320 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| HAM → HRG |
Hurghada
Hurghada
|
57 | 2196 mi | A321 | Jan 8, 2026 |
| HRG → DUS |
Dusseldorf Int'l
Dusseldorf
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55 | 2184 mi | A21N | Jan 19, 2026 |
| STR → HER |
Heraklion Int'l, Nikos Kazantzakis
Heraklion (Iraklion)
|
53 | 1230 mi | A320 | Nov 2, 2025 |
| LEJ → AYT |
Antalya
Antalya
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53 | 1355 mi | A21N | Oct 18, 2025 |
| HRG → HAM |
Hamburg
Hamburg
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51 | 2196 mi | A21N | Jan 27, 2026 |
| FRA → HER |
Heraklion Int'l, Nikos Kazantzakis
Heraklion (Iraklion)
|
43 | 1316 mi | A320 | Nov 2, 2025 |
| FRA → AYT |
Antalya
Antalya
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39 | 1430 mi | A20N | Oct 30, 2025 |
| DUS → CFU | Ioannis Kapodistrias Int'l | 39 | 1026 mi | A320 | Oct 24, 2025 |
| HAM → PMI |
Palma de Mallorca (or Son Sant Joan)
Palma de Mallorca
|
39 | 1032 mi | UNKNOWN | Nov 2, 2025 |
| DUS → RHO | Rhodes Int'l, Diagoras | 38 | 1470 mi | A321 | Oct 23, 2025 |
| MUC → CFU | Ioannis Kapodistrias Int'l | 35 | 727 mi | A320 | Oct 26, 2025 |
| VIE → FRA |
Frankfurt Int'l
Frankfurt am Main
|
35 | 387 mi | A321 | Feb 1, 2026 |
| RHO → FRA |
Frankfurt Int'l
Frankfurt am Main
|
35 | 1355 mi | A321 | Oct 31, 2025 |
| FRA → RHO | Rhodes Int'l, Diagoras | 34 | 1355 mi | A321 | Nov 2, 2025 |
| HRG → MUC |
Munich Int'l
Munich
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33 | 1882 mi | A21N | Jan 31, 2026 |
| PRG → FRA |
Frankfurt Int'l
Frankfurt am Main
|
30 | 254 mi | A321 | Feb 2, 2026 |
| PMI → DUS |
Dusseldorf Int'l
Dusseldorf
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30 | 835 mi | A320 | Oct 30, 2025 |
| PMI → DTM |
Dortmund
Dortmund
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29 | 860 mi | A320 | Oct 25, 2025 |
| MBA → FRA |
Frankfurt Int'l
Frankfurt am Main
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28 | 4172 mi | A339 | Jan 30, 2026 |
Airline statistics are based on flight route observations collected from FlightAware AeroAPI and other sources. Flight counts represent observed operations, not scheduled frequencies. Route data is continuously updated as new flight information becomes available.
Last Update: Feb 3, 2026 00:08
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