The Air France KLM Group announces a 4.1% capacity increase for the 2018 summer season compared to the previous summer season. The growth will be driven by the introduction of new segments on long-haul flights, as well as on medium and short-haul flights.
Among the newest destinations inaugurated by Air France KLM in the spring and summer of 2018 are Nairobi (Kenya), Seattle (USA) starting March 25, Taipei (Taiwan) starting April 16, and San Jose (Costa Rica). From May 2018, Joon will operate flights to Fortaleza (Brazil) and Mahe (Seychelles).
In April, Air France will inaugurate three weekly flights to Taipei, Taiwan, operated with a Boeing 777-200 aircraft. Additional flights are also planned for Japan (Osaka and Tokyo Haneda) and South Korea (Seoul).
At the same time, Air France is increasing the number of flights to Dublin (Ireland), Oslo (Norway), Gothenburg (Sweden), Berlin (Germany), Nice (France), Madrid (Spain), and Marrakech (Morocco), while KLM is introducing flights to Bologna (Italy), Krakow, Gdansk (Poland), and Helsinki (Finland).
Source: Wall-Street
Frequently Asked Questions
By how much did Air France KLM increase its capacity in summer 2018?
The group announced a 4.1% capacity increase compared to the previous summer season.
What are the new long-haul destinations announced?
New routes include Nairobi, Seattle, Taipei, San Jose, Fortaleza, and Mahe (Seychelles).
Which European cities received new or additional flights?
Air France increased flights to Dublin, Oslo, Berlin, and Madrid, while KLM added Bologna, Krakow, Gdansk, and Helsinki.