Lufthansa, British, United, Japan, Qatar, Delta, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, and More Airlines to Face New Travel Disruptions as Munich Airport's Forty Eight Hour Strike Begins Tomorrow in Germany
Wednesday, February 26, 2025

A at is set to disrupt flights operated by . The strike, organized by the , will begin at , and last until .
With during this period, thousands of passengers traveling through may face . The strike is expected to affect both , causing disruptions for long-haul carriers as well as European airlines.
Passengers flying with are advised to .
The strike comes after , with Ver.di demanding . With , the strike is likely to have .
With Munich Airport handling over and serving , this strike could cause across the global travel network.
With during this period, passengers flying through Munich should prepare for .
The is demanding an , , and due to staff shortages and increasing workloads. , leading to this large-scale strike, which follows similar actions at earlier this week.
The strike may disrupt flights operated by at Munich Airport. Some of the that could be affected include:
Major International Airlines
European and Regional Airlines
Other Airlines Operating at Munich Airport
With , this strike .
Munich Airport sees an average of , meaning thousands of travelers could be affected by this strike.
Passengers are advised to before heading to the airport and explore alternative travel options where possible, such as trains or buses for domestic and European routes.
Munich Airport, Germany’s second-busiest hub, has seen significant growth in air traffic. In 2024, the airport recorded:
The 48-hour strike poses a major challenge for the airport, potentially leading to further disruptions if labor disputes continue unresolved.
Ver.di has warned that if negotiations remain deadlocked, additional strikes may occur in the coming weeks. Travelers planning to fly through Munich or other German airports should stay updated on potential future labor actions.
If you have a flight scheduled during the strike (February 27-28), here’s what you should do:
- Monitor airline updates for rescheduling, compensation, or refund policies.
Passengers are urged to remain flexible with their plans as the strike unfolds. Stay tuned for updates as negotiations between Ver.di and airport authorities continue.
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