Thanks Francis, according to LH web chat, I can use my LH booking reference for both (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? You can make an advance seat reservation, rebook or cancel a flight, request special meals and book a Rail&Fly ticket at any time. I do. As with any airline ticket today, you have to think about what you NEED from the flight to determine what your best option is. I had to pay $280 US to check one. It was the first time I ever had a panic attack on a flight from claustrophobia. My return didnt! By the end of 2023, the German airline will start rolling out its new Allegris cabins, featuring smart seat designs in economy, premium economy . This is stated on their website that they do accept this but you have to claim this at the check in counter at the time being. Not worth it. Well with the substandard business class, increasingly frugal catering and poor service, soon passengers may decide to avoid Lufthansa itself. Please note that, in this case, the selection can in some circumstances be limited. About 12 years ago, I bought flights on Delta that put me on Air France iron. Well with the substandard business class, increasingly frugal catering and poor service, soon passengers may decide to avoid Lufthansa itself. 5 years ago. Already paid-for advance seat reservations can be reimbursed in the following cases: Reimbursements can be requested online at My bookings or via a Lufthansa Service Center. Carry out upgrades, receive special access to advance seat What happens if you can't produce an entry stamp? Nope. The seat is reserved at least 52 hours before departure. But United said I had to pick my seats. Some of these are linked to specific airlines. It was my favourite Airline for many many years. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-81445337', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airlines, via Brussels, inbound with LH via Frankfurt, only leg possible for seat reservations is Frankfurt > BHX, any reason why were unable to book seat selection for all legs? Not Lufthansa, but I also had this happen with Uniteds codeshare with Turkish. Wizz Air baggage allowance 5:52 pm. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-81448028', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airlines. Update from a booking on Jan25 2022 - Long haul flight from SFO to BLR involving Air Canada and Lufthansa with 2 kids (2 and 9 years). But very sorry to say my experience vey recently on my travel from Dallas to Mumbai via Frankfurt had been very pathetic. Hi stillaliveca I have flown a number of Lufthansa flights like your within Europe. Lufthansa has added a new 25 fee to assign seats after check-in on Economy Light fares. Never understood how seat reservations are lost. Seems like it is still an issue with codeshare flights booked on one airline but dependent on the other for seating, etc. You are willing to provide assistance in the unlikely event of an emergency. But very sorry to say my experience vey recently on my travel from Dallas to Mumbai via Frankfurt had been very pathetic. Most people booking a Lite fare are short haul travellers, who wouldnt really mind a middle seat for an hour or two. Economy class on Lufthansa is a bit more comfortable thanks to better seats. Some People scream racism when they are not following instructions or rules. However, from Wednesday, Lufthansa will randomly allocate a seat to you during check-in, potentially leaving you in a middle seat on a short, medium, or even long-haul flight. First spotted by One Mile At A Time, Lufthansa has a new seating policy that brings it far closer to its budget competitors. If you need an aisle seat or a checked bag, the savings isnt actual savings once you tack on the required fees. Is this guy for real ? If the load is relatively light, I would just switch seats after takeoff, unless they enforce a no seat change rule. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Do you like to sit by the window, do you love your aisle seat or do you want more legroom during the flight? Online seat selection is free of charge from 23 hours before your flight departure. Lufthansa is much more restrictive than United is when it comes to seat reservations in the economy cabin. - I am looking into LH1153 on July 17th (748 PMI-FRA) and for C class, website says " Seat reservations are not possible on this flight." Is that a sign of overbooking? ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-81445838', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');Airline flight <<. So it doesn't affect your scenario at all. I have confirmed seats for those chosen seats weeks in advance. The gap between Lufthansa and Ryanair has just narrowed even further. First off, there is a strike at German Airports today. Please note that a confirmed Lufthansa seat reservation does not legally entitle you to a specific seat on board the aircraft, but only to the selected category (e.g. If you dont like your seat, youll have to pay an amendment fee, starting at $35. We should be OK strike wise. Your boarding pass in conjunction with a valid ID is valid as a ticket for the Lufthansa Express Bus. Sorry, it was such a hassle for you. This topic has been closed to new posts due to inactivity. Turkish does the same. But that doesn't at all mean a middle seat will be assigned when better alternatives are available. Lufthansa had a sign up flight full no seat changes they had assigned me a middle seat. In total, there will be six different business class seat types to choose from, with some including a bed of up to 2.2 metres, a baby bassinet, or extra work and storage space. I go to the gate agent and ask for help. Even though that seemed absurd I called United and spoke to a supervisor who confirmed what I thought to be true. I picked our seats and were given our boarding passes the next day at the airport. It relates solely to the selected category (e.g. This isnt a huge deal, as your connecting flight within Europe will probably be relatively short. In reality, the differences between budget airlines and full-service ones keep reducing every day. Seat reservations after booking You can still reserve a seat even after you have booked your flight. To the point of even threatening the Police. After your booking has been confirmed, you can reserve a seat up to 52 hours before departure. more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. I think you're jumping the gun here when assuming the worst. When I checked in at the airport (Dulles), the Delta/Air France agent told me I would get my boarding passes at the gate, the first indication something was screwed up. As of June 1, 2022, Lufthansa will assign economy seats at the time of check-in when traveling on Economy Light fares. What more can you ask for? Your group booking on lufthansa.com. On the plane it was obvious that there were many open economy seats. I just got a text from Lufthansa asking about our recent customer service experience. Please note that a confirmed advance seat reservation does not constitute a legal right to a specific seat on board the aircraft (e.g. The flight is no longer a pleasant flight. The only advantage I see booking code share is schedule timing suitable to the consumer. Seat reservations on flights that are not operated by Lufthansa, Lufthansa Regional or Austrian Airlines. I ask him for his supervisor. For Friday, 17 February, the German union ver.di has called for a one-day strike at various airports in Germany. Sometimes, the price of a code share is less. Telephone our Service Center and book the seat of your choice on +43 5 1766 1000, Monday to Sunday from 08:00 to 20:00. Lufthansa's Economy Light fares don't include seat assignments in advance. Here you will find all information about the seat reservation fees in Economy Class. Covid is not an excuse to disregard your customers. While people who decide short notice and pay way more have to sit on the leftover seats.I dont think so. At least with the ULCCs, you can select a front row/exit row for 20, or other good seats for 5-12. Yet on Eurowings flights, there is a biz class and you get extra carry on, priority seat assignments & boarding as *A Gold. Seat changes may be made due to operational reasons of the airline. Not being frequent plane travelers we thought this was prudent.. Sure, the cheapest ticket on LH is a bit better than the cheapest ticket on FR, but if you go for FR's Regular or Plus fare, the product is better than LH Economy Classic and it usually costs much less. With the old policy, you could select any empty standard economy seat 24 hours before departure, when check-in opens. If you're flying Economy Light, your seat is currently assigned only at check-in. Because you need your AC confirmation number. If you only want to purchase upgrades for some of the passengers travelling under one booking, please contact our Service Center. "Punitive" seating is just one more reason I feel I made the right decision. So far there isn't a single documented case of people being assigned middle seats when windows and aisles were available. I really enjoyed that flight. Have you tried getting the PNR(record locator) for the Brussels Airline flight and going onto the Brussels Airline web site to see if you can do it that way?? Or are they now making departing pax do passport controls work? There are still seats available on the flight you are checking in on. Lufthansa Allegris business class - Seat. I used that to log into the Lufthansa website in order to purchase a seat on the flight to Valencia. So not even buy on board or a choice of beverages is available. Now, it is deteriorating in on line services and booking flights. You can also book a hotel or a rental car directly, or even take out travel insurance. They keep you in Germany forever? Visit www.lufthansa.com for more information. I used to get excited to fly them (most of the time economy or premium economy) but the light fares and the fact that strong liquor are not included anymore was already a turn-off. Per Lufthansa website. To avoid a fee, just scroll to the bottom of the page (without clicking on a seat) and click the orange "continue" button. I flew three airlines in my trip to Greece from California. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-81448662', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');flights not booked through them. I booked on United, then paid Turkish for a seat, only to have it disappear. At least for us, our United Flight to Munich in Premium Economy was much better than I expected. The contract comes into effect with the electronic confirmation of the booking. I paid nearly 60 euros for a preferred economy aisle seat on my last long haul from FRA to YVR. I think we will go back to our pre covid routine. We flew to LHR last month with fully paid Business Classes tickets and BA wanted to charge up to $168 each to reserve each seat, each way. Lufthansa planes are getting a major upgrade. On the day of my flight I also received confirmation for those seats. Alternatively, you may use. Using your booking code you have access to all your flights. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-81445932', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airlines involved. You can also book a hotel or a rental car directly, or even take out travel insurance. I had to pay $70 to ensure a seat with my husband. Re: Lufthansa seat reservations are not possible on this flight. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-81453198', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');flight, This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. All Lufthansa flights have been cancelled. I would be able to accept this, if LH's tickets in Eco Light where cheap. I always checked in . I *think* United does this as well though it's been a while since I've flown on a UA BE fare. Luft was my go to European airline but teutonic idiocy is obvious here. You change your seat, but the new seat is cheaper or free of charge. This is the same system as Ryanair and other low-cost European airlines, albeit with a much higher seat fee. Posted by MA Traveler (S.F Bay Area (Marin)) on 02/17/23 01:16 PM. Hmmm, I wonder what review they will get. If they keep on the same track as they are, theyll be doing all sorts of nasty things before too long, such as banning Jews from flying, just you wait and see. Confirmed reservation (no waiting list bookings) An already issued ticket; Flights operated by Lufthansa (Lufthansa flight number) Upgrades via lufthansa.com are only possible for all passengers travelling under one booking. We got horrible seats and they were so small and close together, I cannot see how that was even humane. Apparently , without his patronage, the airline would be bankrupt and never be able to fly again. and when leaving Germany they demand to see your entry stamp into the EU.. Pay attention to the information presented to you. You have booked anEconomy Light fare on a continental flight. But with this, they will soon be topping the charts. FRA too has become a joke, worse than CDG. Generally the 3 flights/day on the FRA-TLV routes are full. Now, Lufthansa's biggest short-haul advantage remains that it flies in and out of Europe's biggest airports, which usually offer better connectivity and amenities. Carriage must be booked and paid for on lufthansa.com or at a travel agency before commencement of travel. Booked via LH, BHX > Toronto, outbound with Brussels (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? According to the Seat reservations for Economy Class passengers page on its website, it may not be possible at all for you to request a seat more than 23 hours in advance of your flight because it does not have a Lufthansa flight number. Likes: 0. I am back to square one Having paid for seats and having them disappear. seat 3A). Please contact the provider of the flight in question. B) Why are you not refunding them when you change their seats ? No. Please note that, in principle, you are free to choose the seat that best meets your requirements. Got to the gate with my boarding passboarding denied. This is stated on their website that they do accept this but you have to claim this at the check in counter at the time being. This is the version of our website addressed to speakers of English in the United States. Well, if they want to follow the American model, I might just as well fly an American or whatever airline is cheapest. If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. Up until now, it has been possible to select a seat at the time of check-in when booking an Economy Light fare, from all remaining unoccupied economy seats. of my time. I guess those passengers either don't care or they don't feel the same about LH being racists :), But can you still get a kosher meal on request?! Turns out that the SFO-> Frankfurt flight is on United, the remaining are on Lufthansa (codeshare). I hope Im never forced to need that airline again. Atleast, i hdve decided not to travel by this airline. Some airlines do not allow you to pick seats if you don't book from their own web site. What do you think about Lufthansa's new seat policy? In a bid to increase revenue, Lufthansa has introduced an 'amendment fee' for passengers looking to change their seat assignment. You can also filter for flights based on your budget, such as looking for cheap flights under $200 . their Companions). Wont recommend anyone to fly with LFH. Last night, I noticed that my seats are missing again! You have a confirmed booking and are accepted at check-in (no waiting list). As for any chargeable seat product, the issuance of an EMD requires the simultaneous issuance of an ETKT (with flight booking) or an existing ETKT (when the preferred . more, You seem to have JavaScript disabled. Of course, you can choose the remaining seats free of charge as soon as check-in for the respective flight begins - usually 23 hours before departure. This upgrade is not valid on flights operated by other airlines. I flew Lufthansa r/t SEA to ATH, January 2022. Is that just for LH flights or will that also be the case for LX/OS flights as well? They will be able to help you resolve the issue. Arrgh! 5 star? So, heads up. They are not. Lufthansa seat reservations on intercontinental flights are free of charge for passengers in Premium Economy Class as well as in Business and First Class (seat reservations for continental feeder flights are subject to a charge). The Senator Lounges are ok but often crowded. If you are a resident of another country or region, please select the appropriate version of Tripadvisor for your country or region in the drop-down menu. Easy! Aegean also does this (though I was assigned window or aisle seats on all three flights I took with them back in March; I do have Star Gold with United though). Then he looks at my boarding ticket and says, wait, I'm not even supposed to be here, go to another gate, 15 minute walk in another direction. I had to check in, pick seats, and make amendments on two of the airlines with no problem. Pretty soon, they should all be wearing Black Shirts and a Swastika. Lufthansa First Class seats. Lufthansa was a problem. You check in for a flight operated by Lufthansa, SWISS or Austrian Airlines. Of course, he proceeded to tell the flight attendant just exactly how important he was to the whole health of Delta airlines. Booked flight for my wife and myself from Charlotte to Munich via Lufthansa for a trip to Verona. Lufthansa was a problem. seat 3A). Somebody needs to take a look at Lufthansa operations in Frankfurt. From pampering, courteous airlines to extorting from paying pax, seen all in 7 decades. Lufthansa, leading the race to the bottom since becoming a "5-star" airline. Starting June 21st, the German carrier will charge a 25/$35 fee for anyone looking to change their seats in Economy Light. SO ! IF you booked on the Lufthansa web site then you need to call Lufthansa to get the PNRs for the other (ta && ta.queueForLoad ? You can then book or change your place here. I am posting this out of frustration and to give others a heads up about booking this codeshare. ta.queueForLoad : function(f, g){document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', f);})(function(){ta.trackEventOnPage('postLinkInline', 'impression', 'postLinks-81445337', '');}, 'log_autolink_impression');airlines, via Brussels, inbound with LH via Frankfurt, only leg possible for seat reservations is Frankfurt > BHX, any reason why were unable to book seat selection for all legs? Let us know in the comments! If you are travelling in Lufthansa Premium Economy Class or Economy Class, you will find your reserved seat in the train's 2nd Class compartment. At least KLM is trying to update their fleet as quickly as they can however Lufthansa continues to proceed at a glacial pace with its quintessential smugness and hubris- we can charge high fares and provide customers with a substandard experience because we can! And yet their pricing still screams full service carrier.. LH has lost its way, the brand positioning is a mess and customer service at all-time lows: They position LH as premium, yet create these ridiculous light fares. WTF MAN ? With the strike, I am not calling today as they have a warning on the phone that it will be a very long wait. Otherwise Ryanair wins all the time, just carry headphones to avoid on board ads. You can make an advance seat reservation, rebook or cancel a flight, request special meals and book a Rail&Fly ticket at I recently flew with Lufthansa from London to Frankfurt and then on to Singapore. Now I make sure to note the relevant page when they make the I can't find your stamp claim. (Easier said than done, my home airports are FRA and DUS.). After 1.5 hrs. We are traveling from SFO to Valencia this Tuesday 2/21 . The only time Ive had a problem was an AF Delta meds and actually I was on Delta but checking in at Air France, first the Air France agent tells me you arent allowed to reserve exit row seats and when I showed her the print out of the reservation with the exit receipt, she grudgingly gave me back my seat. When people book half a year before their cheap ass ticket and want to block all good seats for free. I wonder how much they paid to get this 5-star Skytraxx rating, which, quite frankly, has become a complete joke in the industry. This is not an ex-Philippine A350 and therefore has a 293-seat layout. Even in economy premium I have to pay 65 euro per flight segment to reserve a seat. Lufthansa had a sign up flight full no seat changes they had assigned me a middle seat. It is not possible to pay the fare on the bus. Im afraid Lufthansa has lost my chose of traveling. How to contact Lufthansa Airlines customer service. An advance seat reservation only applies per flight segment. In such a case, you can change seats free of charge. LH seems to have given up any pretention to remain a high quality airline. Lead Journalist - India - Pranjal is an experienced journalist with a strong focus on Indian aviation. At the gate, it was a madhouse as many others (all?) Each time a few hours later after receiving a seat reservation confirmation and seeing it online the seats disappeared again. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. I called one more time after checking in . Turkish took good care of me - but I thought it was strange. Easily compare prices for carriers, arrival and departure dates, airplane cabin class, and more when you book with Expedia. Ski Helmet on Frontier Airline 7:23 pm. I recently flew to Frankfurt and was happy to chose a seat at checkin. On all of these flights I ended up getting my prefered type of seat - a window seat when I checked in. BA is convenient for us when flying to Europe, but they've lost my business employing such a money grabbing practice. Tall people flying 6:03 pm. You also get a decently priced on-board snack/drink selection with LCCs, unlike LH Group airlines, which either don't offer any food at all, or go bananas with the pricing, hiding behind the "organic" and "premium" stickers. 7. After checking again,they told me no, they see the payment but it is now too late. Just told me I couldn . Without the warning it took 1.5 hrs. An exemption to the obligation of wearing a face mask can be made on health grounds upon presentation of a negative Covid-19 PCR test result (no more than 48 hours old) alongside the Lufthansa Group form signed by a doctor. Saturday, the airports are likely to be extra busy. The amendment fee is not refundable and is forfeited if you do not board the flight. Service is terrible: ground service at secondary airports is outsourced to untrained staff, needing 1h for biz class check-in, once it's your LH has lost its way, the brand positioning is a mess and customer service at all-time lows:

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