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Germanwings 4U

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Germanwings (code 4U) is an airline based in Germany. A full-service carrier — the fare usually includes a checked bag, a meal and seat selection.

IATA code4U

ICAO codeGWI

Home countryGermany

CallsignGERMAN WINGS

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Route network

Where Germanwings flies

Main bases (by number of routes): קלן (CGN) · שטוטגרט (STR) · המבורג (HAM) · Düsseldorf (DUS) · ברלין (TXL) · ברמן (HAJ)

Key destinations

The route network is based on OpenFlights data and updated periodically — the exact schedule and current deals are on the airline's own site.

When a flight goes wrong

Compensation for a Germanwings flight

If a Germanwings flight to/from the EU was cancelled, delayed 3+ hours, or you were bumped — under EU261 you may be owed up to €600, regardless of ticket price. Checking is free.

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Q&A

Answers to your questions

Which alliance is Germanwings in?

Germanwings is not part of any of the three major alliances.

What is Germanwings's flight code?

The IATA code is 4U, the ICAO code is GWI.

Where does Germanwings operate most of its flights from?

The main base is Cologne (CGN), then Stuttgart (STR). In total the airline serves about 104 destinations.

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