Germany’s Condor Airlines has announced the retirement of Europe’s last Boeing 757-300 aircraft. The final farewell flight will depart from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna (VIE) on November 5, 2025. Passengers wishing to join the flight can purchase tickets through the Condor Shop starting September 22, 2025, with a total of 75 tickets available via auction.
Those who miss out on the limited tickets for Condor’s farewell flight will still have a chance to fly on Germany’s last Boeing 757-300 during regular operations through early November. Under current plans, Condor will continue to operate six Boeing 757s until the end of October 2025.
An End Of The Boeing Era
The retirement of Condor’s Boeing 757 fleet will mark the end of the Boeing era at the airline. Following the farewell flight, Condor will operate an all-Airbus fleet, reflecting the carrier’s decision to move toward a more uniform lineup.
The farewell flight itself will be a short hop from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Vienna Airport (VIE), covering just 336 nautical miles (622 km). The final 757-300 will be honored with a dedicated farewell event, and to cap off the day, the return flight will host the “world’s highest party.” Commenting on the farewell flight, Christian Schmitt, chief operations officer (COO) of Condor, said:
“By bidding farewell to the Boeing 757, an era at Condor comes to an end. At the same time, this marks the beginning of a new chapter with a modern, more efficient, and more sustainable Airbus fleet. Moreover, Condor has long since become more than just a leisure airline, as evidenced by our expanded network with new city connections. That is why our farewell flight combines the nostalgia of our last B757 with a joyful look into the future, symbolized by our city destination Vienna.”
The History Of Condor’s 757 Operations
Condor’s Boeing 757 operations have a long history. In 1996, the airline ordered 12 757-300 narrowbody aircraft at the Farnborough Air Show in the United Kingdom, becoming the launch customer of the type. The retirement of Condor’s 757s began in 2023 and is set to continue through October 2025.
The German airline will keep six Boeing 757s in operation until the end of October, serving routes from Düsseldorf and Frankfurt to popular holiday destinations including Palma de Mallorca, Hurghada, Fuerteventura, and Gran Canaria. The final scheduled 757 flights are set for Düsseldorf–Palma–Düsseldorf on October 29, 2025, and Frankfurt–Hurghada–Frankfurt on November 2, 2025.
As of September 14, 2025, the German leisure carrier operates seven 757-300s, with an average age of 25.8 years, according to ch-aviation data. Some of these aircraft can accommodate 275 passengers in a single-class cabin layout, while the others offer up to 26 premium class seats.
Modernizing Its Fleet
Condor has been modernizing its fleet across both widebody and narrowbody aircraft. In 2024, the airline completed the renewal of its long-haul fleet, which now comprises 18 Airbus A330neo aircraft. This fleet is expected to expand to 25 aircraft by 2031. Since 2024, Condor has also been updating its short- and medium-haul fleet, with plans to receive a total of 43 new A320neo family aircraft by 2029.
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Germany’s Condor Airlines has announced the retirement of Europe’s last Boeing 757-300 aircraft. The final farewell flight will depart from Frankfurt (FRA) to Vienna (VIE) on November 5, 2025. Passengers wishing to join the flight can purchase tickets through the Condor Shop starting September 22, 2025, with a total of 75 tickets available via auction.
Those who miss out on the limited tickets for Condor’s farewell flight will still have a chance to fly on Germany’s last Boeing 757-300 during regular operations through early November. Under current plans, Condor will continue to operate six Boeing 757s until the end of October 2025.
An End Of The Boeing Era
The retirement of Condor’s Boeing 757 fleet will mark the end of the Boeing era at the airline. Following the farewell flight, Condor will operate an all-Airbus fleet, reflecting the carrier’s decision to move toward a more uniform lineup.
The farewell flight itself will be a short hop from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Vienna Airport (VIE), covering just 336 nautical miles (622 km). The final 757-300 will be honored with a dedicated farewell event, and to cap off the day, the return flight will host the “world’s highest party.” Commenting on the farewell flight, Christian Schmitt, chief operations officer (COO) of Condor, said:
“By bidding farewell to the Boeing 757, an era at Condor comes to an end. At the same time, this marks the beginning of a new chapter with a modern, more efficient, and more sustainable Airbus fleet. Moreover, Condor has long since become more than just a leisure airline, as evidenced by our expanded network with new city connections. That is why our farewell flight combines the nostalgia of our last B757 with a joyful look into the future, symbolized by our city destination Vienna.”
The History Of Condor’s 757 Operations
Condor’s Boeing 757 operations have a long history. In 1996, the airline ordered 12 757-300 narrowbody aircraft at the Farnborough Air Show in the United Kingdom, becoming the launch customer of the type. The retirement of Condor’s 757s began in 2023 and is set to continue through October 2025.
The German airline will keep six Boeing 757s in operation until the end of October, serving routes from Düsseldorf and Frankfurt to popular holiday destinations including Palma de Mallorca, Hurghada, Fuerteventura, and Gran Canaria. The final scheduled 757 flights are set for Düsseldorf–Palma–Düsseldorf on October 29, 2025, and Frankfurt–Hurghada–Frankfurt on November 2, 2025.
| Aircraft Type | Number Of Units |
|---|---|
| Airbus A320-200 | 20 |
| Airbus A321-200 | 13 |
| Airbus A321neo | 6 |
| Airbus A320neo | 3 |
| Airbus A319 | 2 |
| Boeing 757-300 | 7 |
| Airbus A330neo | 18 |
As of September 14, 2025, the German leisure carrier operates seven 757-300s, with an average age of 25.8 years, according to ch-aviation data. Some of these aircraft can accommodate 275 passengers in a single-class cabin layout, while the others offer up to 26 premium class seats.
Modernizing Its Fleet
Condor has been modernizing its fleet across both widebody and narrowbody aircraft. In 2024, the airline completed the renewal of its long-haul fleet, which now comprises 18 Airbus A330neo aircraft. This fleet is expected to expand to 25 aircraft by 2031. Since 2024, Condor has also been updating its short- and medium-haul fleet, with plans to receive a total of 43 new A320neo family aircraft by 2029.
Indeed, the German leisure carrier is continuing to strengthen its long-haul strategy with further investment in its widebody fleet. The airline placed an order for additional Airbus A330-900 widebody aircraft in July 2025 as it looks to build on recent growth and support its intercontinental network.
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