What happened
- Effective Dates: Tickets booked as of April 28, 2026, for travel as of May 19, 2026.
- Scope: Applies across Lufthansa Group airlines, including Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Discover Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, and Air Dolomiti.
- Baggage Allowance: Unlike previous entry-level fares, Economy Basic does not include a full-size carry-on bag. It only includes one personal item (e.g., laptop bag or small backpack). Passengers can add carry-on or checked baggage for a fee.
- Fare Comparison: - Economy Basic: No carry-on, non-refundable, non-rebookable. - Economy Light: Includes full-size carry-on, non-refundable, rebookable for a €100 fee.
- Context: This marks a widespread rollout of a 'no full-size carry-on' policy across a major European airline group, similar to KLM's existing structure but on a larger scale. The airline markets this as a transparent, tailored selection for customers
Lufthansa Group is overhauling its short and medium haul fare structure by introducing a new entry-level fare called 'Economy Basic'. Key details: