Europe and Middle East Travel

Wizz Air carried 6.63 million passengers in April 2026, up 22% year-on-year, while load factor dipped slightly to 88.9%. The airline also improved its CO₂ efficiency

40 years after the worst nuclear disaster in history, its consequences are still being felt, from public health to security struggles around the site in Ukraine

China Eastern Airlines launches new Vienna–Xi’an route with 3 weekly flights using A330-200. Service begins April 20, boosting Europe–China links

The end of passport stamps: After a trial period since October 2025, starting today, April 10, 2026, Europe moves to fully digital control of passenger entry. Everything you need to know

The group has submitted a non-binding offer to acquire the airline, aiming to make Lisbon a major hub in southern Europe

New research from TUI indicates a sharp increase in demand for culinary experiences on trips, with more than half of travelers preferring to incorporate food as a central part of their destination choice. These are the top-searched destinations in Europe

Severe winter weather in Vienna leads to widespread flight cancellations. Passengers are warned to confirm schedules with airlines before traveling

According to a statement from the Civil Aviation Administration of Lithuania, Belarus carried out a "hybrid attack" against the country, resulting in a temporary halt to operations at Vilnius Airport. The authority detected navigational traces characteristic of balloons. The airport returned to civilian operations after more than an hour

Heathrow Airport will allocate over £80 million ($100 million) to airlines to reduce the cost gap with conventional jet fuel, in a move that aims to cut around 600,000 tonnes of carbon emissions a year

With a 10.7% increase in passenger traffic, more than double the European average, Cyprus airports rank among the fastest growing markets in Europe in 2025

Cyprus' National Airline to Launch 7 Key Routes This Winter