Southern Hungary Set for Year-Round Air Link via Munich Hub
From the summer 2026 timetable, skyhub PAD will expand its network by adding a year-round air connection linking Pécs in southern Hungary with Munich via Paderborn/Lippstadt. The service is due to start on 29 March 2026 and will integrate Pécs into the existing Munich route operated in cooperation with the airline DAT, extending the reach of the current network.
The move brings a third location into the skyhub PAD model, which until now has focused on the Paderborn/Lippstadt–Munich connection. Company representatives said talks with several potential partners have taken place in recent weeks, with Pécs becoming the first confirmed addition. Discussions with other locations are ongoing as part of plans to further develop the network.
University City Added to Munich Network
Pécs, with a population of around 140,000, is closely linked to the University of Pécs, which enrolls more than 20,000 students and hosts one of Hungary’s largest international medical faculties. Local authorities and university representatives have pointed to steady demand for reliable air access, particularly for academic, professional, and international travel connected with the city’s education sector.
What Makes Pécs Accessible for Visitors
The new route also improves access to one of southern Hungary’s most distinctive cities. Visitors can explore a compact historic centre shaped by Roman, Ottoman, and early Christian heritage, including a UNESCO-listed necropolis. Museums, galleries, and other cultural spaces point to Pécs’s time as a European Capital of Culture, while nearby places such as the Villány wine region and the Mecsek Hills can be reached easily for short trips.
The expansion highlights a broader shift towards year-round regional air services that support everyday mobility rather than seasonal traffic alone. Linking a university city directly into a major hub adds consistency for regular travel and simplifies longer journeys through Munich. For people planning trips connected to study, work, or leisure, the new service widens options while strengthening access between smaller European cities and global networks.
