Ausbildung career
Flight Attendant Ausbildung in Germany
German name: Flugbegleiter/in
The training to become a Flight Attendant is a specialized program regulated by the internal guidelines of the respective training providers (often airlines). It typically lasts 6 weeks to 3.5 months full-time and prepares candidates for the diverse tasks on board an aircraft.
What you do
- Greet passengers on board and assist with boarding
- Conduct safety instructions and demonstrations
- Serve food and beverages and manage onboard sales
- Ensure the well-being and safety of passengers during the flight
- Provide first aid and respond appropriately in emergencies
- Check and prepare the cabin before and after the flight
- Address special needs of passengers
Requirements
- Minimum of a secondary school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss) or equivalent qualification
- Fluent German and very good English skills (additional languages often an advantage)
- Good health and physical resilience
- Strong service orientation and communication skills
- Well-groomed appearance and friendly demeanor
- Minimum age (often 18 years) and valid passport
- Teamwork ability and stress resistance
Career prospects
- 1Advancement to Purser (Cabin Chief)
- 2Specialization in specific aircraft types or long-haul flights
- 3Working as a trainer for flight attendants
- 4Transition to ground positions at airlines (e.g., in Crew Management)
- 5Further education in tourism or event management
Open positions
There are no open positions in this career right now. New positions come in several times a day.
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Answers from our data on salary, length, German level and open positions.
How much do you earn in a Flight Attendant Ausbildung in Germany?
Usually 700 to 950 € a month. Pay rises with each year of training; the company sets the exact amount.
What German level do I need for a Flight Attendant Ausbildung?
Usually B2 German is enough. It is a guideline: some companies ask for more, some accept less.
What are the requirements for a Flight Attendant Ausbildung?
Minimum of a secondary school leaving certificate (Realschulabschluss) or equivalent qualification; Fluent German and very good English skills (additional languages often an advantage); Good health and physical resilience; Strong service orientation and communication skills.
Where can I find open Flight Attendant Ausbildung positions?
There are no open positions right now. New positions come in several times a day.
How to apply as a Flight Attendant
Create your German CV, no account needed. Then apply to one of the open positions.
Career information is based on BERUFENET by the Federal Employment Agency.