Luxair: A Guide to Luxembourg's Flag Carrier

Two souls: scheduled and holidays

Luxair operates a dual model: scheduled point-to-point flights to major European cities (including Frankfurt, London, Paris, Munich, Berlin) and seasonal charter flights under the LuxairTours brand to holiday destinations such as the Canary Islands, the Mediterranean and Cape Verde. This second component weighs more than at many comparable regional airlines.

A compact fleet, two families

The fleet is based on Boeing 737s (700 and 800 versions) for scheduled routes and higher-capacity charters, alongside Bombardier Dash 8-Q400 turboprops for the shortest, lower-demand regional links, where a smaller aircraft is more efficient.

On board: an essential but complete product

Not being a low-cost carrier, Luxair includes checked baggage and an on-board catering service in the base fare even on the shortest flights, with business class on several scheduled routes. What it lacks is a loyalty program comparable to those of the big networks.

A quiet strength: punctuality

Among small and mid-sized European carriers, Luxair has built over the years a solid reputation for the reliability of its flights on the shortest intra-European routes, helped by a home airport with limited traffic and quick turnaround times.

Luxair is a suitable choice for those traveling on business between Luxembourg and major European cities who appreciate a traditional scheduled service with no surprises on extra costs. It is less suitable for those looking for direct intercontinental links, which are absent from the network: any long-haul trip requires a connection elsewhere. Practical tip: on routes operated with the Dash 8-Q400, capacity is lower than on the 737s, so in peak periods it is best to book earlier than usual so as not to find the flight already sold out.