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

Germany’s Deutsche Lufthansa already said it would cut 20,000 short-haul flights from its schedule through October, while Dutch airline KLM canceled 160 flights to and from Amsterdam for May.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

German airline Lufthansa will cut 20,000 short-haul flights over the summer, saying soaring fuel prices have made many journeys "unprofitable" for the firm.

From BBC • Apr. 22, 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.