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en.about.aegeanair.comHere are the latest updates I can share about Aegean Airlines based on recent public information:
Key developments
- Aegean Airlines announced a new codeshare partnership with Air China to strengthen connectivity between Greece and China, expanding options for passengers traveling to Asia. This was disclosed in April 2026 and is part of Aegean’s broader network-extending strategy [press release: AEGEAN press center, April 21, 2026].
- The airline reported its Q4 and full-year 2025 results, highlighting solid profitability and growth: net profit of €147.8 million, approximately 17.3 million passengers carried, and EBITDA of about €421.5 million. Revenue for 2025 reached roughly €1.86 billion, up about 5% year over year, with a proposed dividend of €0.90 per share. These figures indicate continued expansion alongside fleet and route development [AEGEAN press releases, March 12, 2026].
- Aegean continued its network expansion into the Middle East and parts of Asia in 2025–2026, including service additions to destinations such as Baghdad and Erbil and ongoing fleet modernization with Airbus A320neo/A321neo family aircraft to boost range and efficiency. Reports note direct Athens-Baghdad operations as part of an extended, “extrovert” strategy [Greek Reporter, December 16, 2025; Routes Online, March 16, 2026].
- In terms of network growth, Aegean has emphasized long-range capabilities (A321neo XLR) to access farther markets, with continued expansion into India and other regions as part of its modernization and route diversification [Routes Online and related press materials, 2025–2026].
What this means for travelers
- More long-haul and regional connections, especially to Asia via codeshare with Air China, potentially offering new itineraries and easier connections through Athens [press release, Apr 21, 2026].
- Continued growth in passenger volumes and improved efficiency due to fleet upgrades, which may translate into more reliable schedules and potential capacity increases across its network [AEGEAN 2025 results communications].
- For travelers considering Middle East or India destinations, Aegean’s expanding route map and newer aircraft could provide more direct options and better comfort on longer sectors [Greek Reporter; Routes Online, 2025–2026].
If you’d like, I can pull specific flight routes, dates, or timetables for your preferred travel window, or summarize the official press releases with direct quotes. I can also monitor for any further updates and provide a concise, timely brief as new announcements come out.
Would you like me to focus on:
- Current routes and new destinations for summer 2026,
- Details of the Air China codeshare (which markets are affected, and how connections work),
- Or the financial results and what they imply for future fares and dividends?