Lufthansa pilots are set to strike on April 13-14, 2026, with the action expected to commence at 12:01 am on Monday and conclude at 11:59 pm on Tuesday. This strike will impact not only Lufthansa but also its subsidiaries, including Lufthansa Cargo, Lufthansa Cityline, and Eurowings.
In anticipation of the strike, hundreds of flights have already been canceled, significantly affecting operations at major Lufthansa hubs in Munich and Frankfurt. At Frankfurt Airport, nearly 75% of the approximately 350 scheduled Lufthansa departures have been canceled, causing widespread disruption for travelers.
The decision to strike follows a similar one-day strike in February, which grounded Lufthansa flights, resulting in nearly 800 cancellations and affecting around 100,000 passengers. The Cockpit Union, representing the pilots, has expressed frustration over the lack of progress in collective bargaining disputes, stating that Lufthansa has shown no willingness to reach a solution.
Andreas Pinheiro, a representative of the Cockpit Union, remarked, “The Cockpit Union feels compelled to take this step after the employers showed no discernible willingness to reach a solution in several collective bargaining disputes.” He further noted that despite a deliberate decision not to take strike action over the Easter holidays, no serious offers were forthcoming from the airline.
Travelers are advised to check their flight status and make alternative arrangements as the strike approaches. The situation remains fluid, and further updates are expected as the strike date nears. Details remain unconfirmed regarding the full extent of the impact on flights beyond the initial cancellations already reported.
