Eurowings says bookings have risen sharply after Germany’s early exit from the World Cup, as travellers switch their focus to summer holidays.

The airline said demand increased for both flights and package trips through its tour operator, Eurowings Holidays, following the national team’s defeat by Paraguay. It said the surge came just as the summer school holidays began in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany’s most populous state.

The rise in bookings highlights how major sporting exits can quickly affect travel behaviour, with some customers apparently moving from watching the tournament to planning time away. Eurowings did not give a percentage increase or any other figure for the jump in demand.

The company said the trend was visible across its network and holiday products, pointing to stronger interest in short-haul leisure travel and organised packages. The timing suggests many families in North Rhine-Westphalia are already preparing for trips during the main holiday period.

Eurowings is a low-cost airline owned by Lufthansa and serves a wide range of European and domestic destinations. Eurowings Holidays sells bundled flight and hotel deals, which often appeal to travellers looking for simple summer getaways.

Seasonal booking patterns often rise at the start of school holidays, but the airline’s comments suggest the World Cup result added an extra boost this year. For travel firms, such shifts can matter because summer is one of the busiest and most important periods for revenue.

Germany’s early exit also appears to have pushed attention away from football and towards leisure travel more quickly than usual. While the company did not disclose any financial impact, it described the increase in demand as significant.

The development comes as European airlines continue to compete for summer passengers with fare sales, package offers and flexible booking terms. Eurowings is among several carriers trying to capture demand from travellers seeking both value and convenience during the peak season.