About Eurowings
Eurowings is Lufthansa Group's low-cost arm, built to compete with Ryanair and easyJet across Europe without the full-service price tag. It's not trying to be a legacy carrier — it's lean, point-to-point, and priced accordingly. The network is genuinely big for a budget airline: 952 non-stop routes spanning 157 airports and covering over 1.6 million kilometres of total network distance. DUS is the heartbeat of the whole operation, pushing out 121 routes on its own. If you're anywhere near western Germany, Eurowings is probably the cheapest way out of the country.
Why fly Eurowings?
The honest case for Eurowings comes down to access and price. Spain alone gets 94 routes, Greece gets 67, Italy gets 62 — that's serious Mediterranean coverage, especially useful if you're routing through DUS, STR, or CGN and want to skip a connection through a big legacy hub. The CGN-DWC route stretches nearly 5,000 km, which shows this isn't strictly a short-haul carrier anymore. Fares are typically competitive against the Big Three budget carriers, and if you're already collecting miles in the Lufthansa ecosystem, there's real value in stacking those benefits here rather than defecting to a totally separate airline with no points upside.
Eurowings hub airports
- DUS Dusseldorf — 121 Eurowings routes from Germany
- STR Stuttgart — 81 Eurowings routes from Germany
- CGN Cologne — 74 Eurowings routes from Germany
- HAM Hamburg — 62 Eurowings routes from Germany
- BER Berlin — 51 Eurowings routes from Germany
Top destination countries on Eurowings
- Germany — 437 Eurowings routes
- Spain — 94 Eurowings routes
- Greece — 67 Eurowings routes
- Italy — 62 Eurowings routes
- Austria — 49 Eurowings routes
- Portugal — 26 Eurowings routes
- Croatia — 23 Eurowings routes
- United Kingdom — 18 Eurowings routes
Tips for booking Eurowings
Book direct or through a flight search tool that shows fare class — Eurowings uses a Basic/Smart/Best structure, and Basic fares don't include a carry-on that fits in the overhead bin, only a personal item under the seat. That catches first-timers off guard every time. HAM and STR are genuinely underrated departure airports — shorter security lines, less chaos than DUS during peak summer. If you're connecting onward to a long-haul Lufthansa flight, confirm baggage rules separately because they don't automatically align. Greece and Spain routes fill fast from June onward, so locking in by March saves real money.
Frequently asked questions about Eurowings
Where does Eurowings fly?
Eurowings operates 952 routes across Europe, with a strong focus on Germany, Spain, and Greece. The airline connects major cities and popular leisure destinations throughout these regions and beyond.
What is Eurowings's main hub airport?
Eurowings's primary hub is Düsseldorf Airport (DUS) in Germany, which serves as the airline's main operational base.
Is Eurowings a low-cost, legacy, or regional carrier?
Eurowings operates as a low-cost carrier, offering affordable fares across a broad European network of over 950 routes. The airline focuses on point-to-point connections rather than hub-and-spoke operations typical of legacy carriers.
When should I book a Eurowings flight, and what fare classes are available?
For the best fares, book 4-8 weeks in advance, though Eurowings frequently offers competitive last-minute deals. The airline typically offers basic economy and premium cabin options with varying inclusions for baggage, seat selection, and flexibility.
What are Eurowings's baggage and check-in policies?
Baggage allowances vary by fare class, with basic fares often including a small personal item and carry-on bag, while checked baggage may incur additional fees. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and is recommended to save time at the airport.