Lufthansa strike at German hubs cascades into Austria as travellers re-route via Vienna
A one-day strike by Lufthansa’s pilot and cabin-crew unions on 12 February led to the cancellation of nearly 800 flights, spilling over to Austria as travelers scrambled for seats on strike-exempt Austrian Airlines services and alternative rail routes. Corporations rerouted staff through Vienna, Zurich and Brussels or shifted meetings online, while lawyers reminded employers that EU 261 compensation applies. The incident highlights the importance of contingency planning for Austrian business travellers just weeks ahead of the busy spring conference season.
Feb 13, 2026
