Air Lituanica
Air Lituanica was a Lithuanian regional airline that operated scheduled European services from Vilnius before ceasing flights in 2015.
About Air Lituanica
Air Lituanica was a Lithuanian scheduled airline established in 2013 to improve direct air links between Vilnius and major European cities. The carrier was closely associated with the Vilnius municipal authorities and traded through the Lithuanian company Air Lituanica UAB. It should not be confused with LTU International, the former German leisure airline linked to the LT and LTU codes shown in some historical data.
The airline's primary base was Vilnius Airport, from which it operated a compact network of short-haul international routes. Services connected the Lithuanian capital with destinations including Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, Munich, Paris, Prague, Stockholm and Tallinn at various points in its history. Its schedule was designed mainly for business travellers, city-break passengers and customers connecting through larger European airports.
Air Lituanica relied principally on regional jets suited to relatively thin routes from a small home market. Aircraft associated with its operations included Embraer E-Jets, alongside leased regional equipment used during parts of its brief existence. The onboard product was comparatively simple and focused on short European sectors rather than offering the elaborate cabin choices found on long-haul network airlines.
Air Lituanica was not a member of Star Alliance, SkyTeam or Oneworld, and it did not develop a widely established proprietary frequent-flyer programme. Its commercial partnerships and connecting opportunities were therefore more limited than those available through a major alliance airline. Travellers primarily used it for nonstop access to Vilnius rather than for earning benefits across an extensive global network.
The airline's main strength was its attempt to provide Vilnius with direct routes that otherwise required a connection, making selected European journeys more convenient. Its limited scale, however, left it exposed to intense competition, seasonal demand and the high operating costs faced by small regional carriers. Air Lituanica suspended operations in May 2015, so it no longer sells tickets or operates flights; some historical services were subsequently covered by other airlines.
Good to know
Flying with Air Lituanica — what to expect
Operations Have Ended
Air Lituanica ceased flying in May 2015 and no longer accepts reservations. Current search results using its name may refer to archived schedules or incorrectly matched airline data.
Check Airline Identity
The LT IATA code, LTU ICAO code and ltu.com address were historically associated with Germany's LTU International, not Air Lituanica. Verify the operating carrier carefully when consulting older records.
Vilnius Was Central
Nearly all of Air Lituanica's scheduled network was built around Vilnius Airport. Passengers seeking equivalent journeys today should compare nonstop services and connections offered by active carriers at Vilnius.
Historical Baggage Rules
Archived Air Lituanica baggage allowances should not be applied to a current booking with another airline. Follow the rules published by the carrier actually operating the flight.
No Active Loyalty Scheme
Air Lituanica has no active frequent-flyer programme. Travellers can instead compare the loyalty benefits offered by current airlines serving Lithuania.
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FAQ
Air Lituanica — frequently asked questions
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8 common questions
- Air Lituanica was based at Vilnius Airport in Lithuania. The airline ceased operations in May 2015, so it no longer maintains an active hub.
- Vilnius Airport was the principal departure point for Air Lituanica flights. There are no current departures because the airline is no longer operating.
- Air Lituanica has no current carry-on allowance because it no longer operates. For any present-day itinerary, check the baggage rules of the airline named as the operating carrier.
- Air Lituanica currently serves zero destinations because it ceased operations in 2015. The size of its historical network varied during its short operating life.
- Air Lituanica has no current longest route because it ceased flying in 2015. Paris was among the more distant cities served from Vilnius during its operating period, but the network changed over time.
- Air Lituanica tickets are no longer available. For comparable flights from Vilnius, prices are often lower when booked ahead and outside peak summer, holiday and weekend travel periods, although fares vary by route.
- Originfacts compares live fares from hundreds of airlines and travel agencies via its partner Travelpayouts and never adds a fee. Because Air Lituanica has ceased operations, searches will instead surface relevant options from active carriers where available.
- Air Lituanica no longer flies anywhere. Its former network connected Vilnius with several European cities, including Amsterdam, Berlin, Brussels, Munich, Paris, Prague, Stockholm and Tallinn at various times.