short-haul

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"A European rail system needs simple bookings, reliable connections, and clear rights for passengers. Only then will rail become a genuine European alternative to short-haul flights."

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

Delta Air Lines announced Tuesday that it will end its complimentary snack and beverage service on short-haul flights starting May 19.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

On short-haul services within Europe, however, the impact on fares has been a lot more muted so far.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

Lufthansa will cancel 20,000 short-haul flights and some European routes until October to save jet fuel.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

It will probably not be expanded further; shorter spurs become uneconomic and are abandoned as motor transport takes over short-haul traffic.

From Area Handbook for Bulgaria by Baluyut, Violeta D.