# Condor to Launch Daily Chicago-Frankfurt Nonstops Starting May 2027

_Aug 2 19:00_

Tags: Alaska Airlines, Condor, JetBlue, Lufthansa, United Airlines, JetBlue TrueBlue, Canada, Chicago, Frankfurt, United States

Condor will launch daily seasonal nonstop service between Chicago O'Hare (ORD) and Frankfurt (FRA) from May 14 to September 12, 2027, operating with Airbus A330neo aircraft

## Summary

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

## Why it matters

Affects 5 airline programs (Alaska Airlines, Condor, JetBlue...).

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/news/condor-chicago-frankfurt-nonstop-flights-summer-2027) — Condor will take on United and Lufthansa with new Chicago-Frankfurt flights

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