Lufthansa Group is bringing its airlines closer together through a global consumer campaign as it prepares new summer 2027 connections. The initiative highlights international routes, European hubs and shared services that could broaden choices for holidaymakers and business travellers.
Launched on 21 October 2026, the campaign follows the group’s December 2025 brand identity renewal. It aims to help passengers understand how its airlines work together across international journeys.
The campaign accompanies a summer programme featuring ten new intercontinental connections, additional European services and increased frequencies. Bookings for the expanded schedule opened on 20 October, giving travellers more options when planning next year’s holidays.
New Routes Open Holiday Opportunities
North America and Asia feature prominently in the summer expansion. Lufthansa plans three weekly Frankfurt–Columbus flights from 5 May 2027, adding another US gateway to its network.
The airline also plans three weekly Munich–Phoenix flights from 3 August. Meanwhile, Discover Airlines will introduce three weekly Frankfurt–Edmonton services from 1 June.
These connections could support holidays combining city stays with wider regional itineraries. Their practical value will depend on available connections, ticket prices and travellers’ intended destinations.
In Japan, Lufthansa plans to restore Frankfurt–Nagoya flights and introduce daily Frankfurt–Tokyo Narita services from 28 March. The additions will offer further itinerary choices through Frankfurt.
Elsewhere, ITA Airways plans three weekly Rome–Caracas flights from 30 March. Brussels Airlines will operate five weekly Brussels–Cairo services during summer 2027.
European Hubs Broaden Itinerary Options
Lufthansa Group brings together Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and ITA Airways. Discover Airlines and Edelweiss complement the network with holiday services, while Eurowings serves short- and medium-haul markets.
The group’s principal hubs include Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich, Vienna, Brussels and Rome. This range gives passengers several possible European gateways when comparing international journeys.
For tourism businesses, additional connections could create opportunities to package flights with accommodation, transfers and excursions. Destinations may also reach travellers who previously faced less convenient itineraries.
However, the existence of several hubs does not guarantee suitable connections on every date. Passengers should compare total journey times and the operating airline for each segment.
Partner Bookings Can Simplify Connections
Selected codeshare arrangements allow customers to book partner-operated flights through Lufthansa’s booking channels. Eligible itineraries can also include baggage transfers to the final destination.
For passengers taking connecting flights, these arrangements can simplify the booking process. Nevertheless, customers must confirm the conditions applying to their particular itinerary.
Baggage allowances, seat charges, cancellation rules and flexibility can differ between airlines and fares. Comparing the complete journey cost therefore remains important.
The campaign does not introduce automatic discounts or unrestricted interchangeability across the group. Travellers should assess the services included in their chosen ticket before paying.
Loyalty Benefits Depend on Eligibility
Miles & More provides reward opportunities across participating airlines, while eligible passengers can use airport lounges within the wider network. These benefits may appeal to customers travelling regularly through different European hubs.
However, membership alone does not establish entitlement to every reward or lounge. Airline participation, booking class, membership status and programme conditions determine access.
Holidaymakers should check their benefits against the flights they intend to book. An economy ticket does not automatically include lounge admission because the airline belongs to Lufthansa Group.
Clear expectations can help passengers select fares and services that match their travel priorities.
Frankfurt Tests a Redesigned Gate Experience
Lufthansa and Fraport inaugurated a redesigned departure area at Frankfurt Airport’s Gate A16 on 27 October 2026. The Terminal 1 facility combines digital information with flexible working areas and lounge-style seating.
Large displays provide boarding updates, gate details and hand-baggage guidance. Mobile staff use tablets to assist with reservations, upgrades and rebooking enquiries.
The partners will evaluate the concept before deciding on further deployment. Consequently, passengers should understand it as a trial at one departure area.
Impact Fare Adds Another Booking Consideration
Lufthansa Group announced on 23 October that its Green Fare would become Impact Fare. The product supports additional sustainable aviation fuel use and selected climate protection projects.
The group deploys the additional fuel within six months of the relevant departure. It does not necessarily fuel the aircraft carrying that passenger.
For future holidays, the strongest practical changes remain the new routes and broader itinerary choices. Travellers can compare these alongside fare conditions, loyalty eligibility and connection times to select the journey that suits them.
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