As the youngest member of the Lufthansa Group, we are driven to deliver a reliable travel experience in true Lufthansa quality on short- and medium-haul flights from our home base in Munich—and from Frankfurt starting in spring 2026.
With a clear focus, we bring together the expertise of Lufthansa and Lufthansa CityLine with the fresh spirit of a new airline.
Tasks
As a captain, you are characterized by openness, professionalism and pragmatism. You are a team player and take responsibility for your decisions. You love flying and are keen to explore new and exciting routes in all parts of Europe. In addition..
1. ...you operate the Lufthansa City Airlines aircrafts safely and efficiently
2. ...you act responsibly and sustainably
3. ...you are willing and keen to actively shape Lufthansa City Airlines
Behind the scenes
Lufthansa City Airlines GmbH
Founded in summer 2022, we want to offer our guests on short- and medium-haul routes an appealing flight experience in proven Lufthansa quality.
We are expanding the European route network in the Lufthansa Group and bring our guests to their destination in our modern and Airbus fleet.
Munich. Our home.
The cosmopolitan city with a heart impresses with its high quality of life. Lots of nature, cozy beer gardens and the proximity to the Alps - an irresistible combination.
Head of Fleet A320 City Airlines
"Servus and welcome to City Airlines".
With us you can expect a highly professional and
ambitious team, good working conditions and individual
development opportunities.
We look forward to meeting you!
Thomas Forster, Head of Fleet A320
Let's create an airline!
Would you like to become part of our company and play an active role in shaping it? Then we look forward to receiving your application!
You can also find more information in the corresponding .
Benefits
Company pension plan
Financial consulting / social counseling
Free parking
Shift allowance
Flight privileges
Cafeteria
Subsidized public transport
Business cell phone / iPad
Bike leasing
Special deals with selected partners
Employee events
Work clothes are provided
Development programs / Training options
Company doctor
Showers
EGYM WellPass
Company pension plan, Financial consulting / social counseling, Free parking, Shift allowance, Flight privileges, Cafeteria, Subsidized public transport, Business cell phone / iPad, Bike leasing, Special deals with selected partners, Employee events, Work clothes are provided, Development programs / Training options, Company doctor, Showers, EGYM WellPass
Requirements
In addition to your strong decision-making skills and ability to work in a team, you will need the following for this vacancy:
4. EASA ATPL(A)
5. A220 or A320 Type Rating preferred
6. Minimum 5000h total flight hours on CS-25 aircraft
7. Minimum 1000h PIC hours on CS-25 aircraft
8. Medical Class I
9. General higher education entrance qualification (Abitur/ Fachhochschulreife or equivalent qualification)
10. EU citizenship or unrestricted residence and work permit
11. Passport with unlimited validity (if no EU passport is available, there must be no stricter entry restrictions than with an EU passport)
12. Confident verbal and written language skills in English (at least ICAO Language Proficiency Level 4)
Selection is based on the selection standards of Lufthansa City Airlines. Recognition of Lufthansa Group selection procedures is possible.
Contact
Alexander Gäthlich
on behalf of
Lufthansa City Airlines GmbH
Email address for inquiries
Company
About Lufthansa City Airlines GmbH
Lufthansa City Airlines is the youngest airline in the Lufthansa Group. Based in Munich – and from Spring 2026, also in Frankfurt, the airline connects cities across Europe with Lufthansa’s hubs, enhancing access to the Group’s extensive European network. It operates a modern and efficient fleet of Airbus A319/A320neo aircraft and is set to expand its fleet with Airbus A220s in the future. As a reliable feeder airline for short-haul European traffic and member of Star Alliance, Lufthansa City Airlines enables seamless connections to the Group’s long-haul flights. Lufthansa City Airlines offers a fully integrated Lufthansa travel experience, with a strong commitment to quality, reliability and sustainability.