Lufthansa Group increases operating profit by 20 percent and achieves highest revenue in company history

In 2025, the Lufthansa Group generated the highest revenue in its history. Revenue rose by five percent compared with the previous year to 39.6 billion euros (previous year: 37.6 billion euros).

Record revenue & profit:
€39.6 billion in revenue (up 5%) and €2 billion in operating profit (up 20%). Operating margin improved to 4.9%.

Passenger growth:
135 million travelers, with a record seat load factor of 83.2%. Ancillary services (like premium offerings under Lufthansa Allegris) boosted revenue by 15%.

Turnaround progress:
Lufthansa Airlines returned to profitability with a positive EBIT margin of 0.9%, thanks to fleet modernization and operational improvements.

Cargo strength:
Lufthansa Cargo’s operating profit jumped 30% to €324 million, driven by strong demand in Asia.

Technik resilience:
Lufthansa Technik secured €8.8 billion in new contracts despite tariff and currency challenges, maintaining solid profitability.

Shareholder rewards:
Proposed dividend increase to €0.33 per share, a 10% rise, with payout ratio climbing to 30%.

Outlook for 2026:
Management expects earnings to rise further, supported by long-haul expansion and new aircraft deliveries (nearly one per week). However, geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East could affect forecasts.

Carsten Spohr summed it up by saying Lufthansa’s centennial year shows both pride in its past and commitment to future growth: “Our results demonstrate the resilience and stability of the Group… We will continue to consistently expand our position as the leading airline group outside the US.”