Lufthansa Group soared to a robust second quarter in 2025, more than doubling its net profit and solidifying its full-year outlook amid global uncertainty.
The Group’s Adjusted EBIT climbed nearly 27% to €871 million in Q2 2025, up from €686 million in the same period last year. Net profit skyrocketed to €1.01 billion—more than double the €469 million posted in Q2 2024—bolstered by extraordinary tax and currency effects, as well as strong results from key business units and a €91 million positive impact from its ITA Airways investment.
“Delays in aircraft deliveries, certifications, and engine overhauls continue. The disproportionate burden on European airlines due to unilateral EU regulations also continues to put us at a disadvantage in global competition,” said Carsten Spohr, Chairman of the Executive Board and CEO of Deutsche Lufthansa AG.
“In this challenging environment, we were able to increase our operating result by almost a third in the second quarter and double the Lufthansa Group result,” he added in the company’s second quarter report for 2025.
Revenues edged up 3% to €10.3 billion, driven by a 4% expansion in the passenger flight program and resilience in intercontinental travel. The Group carried 61 million passengers in the first half of 2025, with a stable load factor of 82%, despite growing capacity.
Operational stability also helped the bottom line. “Thanks to the tremendous commitment of our employees on board and on the ground, we are now able to report positive operating results for the first six months of the year,” Spohr said, adding that customer satisfaction rose due to fewer delays and lower compensation payouts.
The Group’s balance sheet remained strong, with net debt trimmed to €5.5 billion (from €5.7 billion at end-2024) and liquidity slightly up at €11.1 billion. Adjusted Free Cashflow rose to €1.04 billion, from €878 million in the previous year.
Spohr reaffirmed confidence in the Group’s trajectory: “The Lufthansa Group remains on course. Although the second quarter was again marked by geopolitical crises and economic uncertainties, we are today confirming our positive outlook for the full year.”
