Why it matters
Affects 7 airline programs (Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines...).
What happened
- **Baggage:** Economy Basic includes only one personal item (max. 40 × 30 × 15 cm). Standard carry-on (max. 8 kg) must be added for a fee.
- **Exceptions:** Star Alliance Gold members (Senator, HON, and partner airline tiers) retain the right to one standard carry-on bag even on Basic fares.
- **Flexibility:** The fare is non-rebookable and non-refundable.
- **Availability:** Sold exclusively via direct distribution channels (NDC API, SPRK, aggregators) and airline websites. This marks a significant shift for the premium carrier, aligning its lowest fare tier more closely with low-cost carriers by removing the default carry-on allowance
Effective April 28, 2026 (date of ticket issuance), the Lufthansa Group will introduce a revised European fare structure featuring a new entry-level 'Economy Basic' fare. This fare is available for travel starting May 19, 2026, on selected routes and is designed for price-conscious travelers. Key details:
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