Romanian growth: DAN AIR doubles fleet capacity and adds six new routes

Private Romanian carrier DAN AIR is set for a major expansion this spring, launching six new destinations and introducing a second dedicated aircraft to its scheduled operations starting April 1, 2026.

The expansion targets high-demand markets in Spain, Italy, France, and Cyprus, significantly strengthening the airline’s presence in both the capital, Bucharest, and the regional hub of Bac?u.

Expanding the Network: New Routes for Summer 2026

DAN AIR will operate these new routes through the peak summer season (April 1 – October 24), focusing on popular leisure and diaspora connections:

From Bucharest (BBU/OTP):

• Larnaca: Wednesdays and Sundays (Starts April 1)

• Valencia: Mondays and Fridays (Starts April 3)

From Bac?u (BCM):

• Madrid & Larnaca: Thursdays and Sundays (Starts April 2)

• Valencia: Mondays and Fridays (Starts April 3)

• Barcelona, Paris (Beauvais) & Treviso: Tuesdays and Saturdays (Starts April 4)

Additionally, the airline is increasing frequencies to London Luton and Brussels, moving to three flights per week for both destinations from Bac?u.

Operational Excellence & Fleet Growth

Following a successful 2025—in which the airline carried 235,000 passengers with an impressive 98% on-time performance—DAN AIR is doubling its active scheduled fleet.

• Two-Aircraft Operation: The airline will now deploy two 180-seat aircraft for scheduled service.

• Strategic Hubs: With this move, DAN AIR will serve 4 destinations from Bucharest and 12 from Bac?u, further cementing Bac?u Airport’s role as a vital regional gateway for the Moldova region.

A Word from Leadership

CEO Matt Ian David noted that the introduction of a second aircraft is a pivotal step in the airline’s development, stating that the expansion is a direct response to passenger demand for sustainable, direct connectivity to major European cities.