What happened
Condor announced it will launch daily seasonal nonstop service between Chicago's O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Service begins May 14, 2027, and will operate through September 12, 2027. This marks Condor's 12th U.S. and Canada gateway. The route will be operated by Condor's Airbus A330neo aircraft, featuring lie-flat business class seats with direct aisle access and upgraded premium economy. The launch coincides with Condor moving its Frankfurt operations to Terminal 3. While not part of a global alliance, Condor has partnerships with Alaska Airlines (Alaska Airlines) and JetBlue (TrueBlue), allowing travelers to earn and redeem points on eligible flights