Lufthansa, Green Fares also on long haul: earn M&M bonus miles by supporting the environment
Environment to mileage accumulation continue to go hand in hand thanks to the airlines' various operations to offset their [...]
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Environment to mileage accumulation continue to go hand in hand thanks to the airlines' various operations to offset their pollution and stimulate the frequent flyer to "financing the energy transition" Through specially designed rates and proposals.
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After seeing the solution of Flying Blue, Air France-Klm's loyalty program, which allows you to accumulate Xp points valid to gain advancement or status confirmation; now let's look at the latest news from the Lufthansa Group.
Green rates also on long haul
As previously written, the group has inserted "green" tariffs - Green fares - and again those who choose these tickets get a bonus linked to the Miles&More program.
Green Fares were introduced last February for routes in Europe and North Africa, and since the launch, more than half a million passengers have already opted for these fares, according to data from the German giant.
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What is new, however, is that now green fares will be extended to a package of long-haul flights allowing greater mileage accumulation in both Economy and Business.
Initially, the tariff will be tested on twelve selected routes for flights valid as early as November 30, 2023. The selection includes some connections between Lufthansa Group hubs and various destinations around the world. In addition, Lufthansa Group also offers Green Fares on routes with connecting flights.
Bonuses for Miles&More
In essence, choosing the rates Economy Green e Business Green you get a bonus of the 20% in more miles Both award and status-related ones. This is no small advantage, especially for those who need a handful of points or miles to renew status or advance to the next level.
Green Fares, in addition, enable the following. greater flexibility in booking changes in addition to all the classic benefits of Economy Classic or Business Saver fares.
To accumulate more M&M points, you can apply for free Mastercard Gold Miles&More also get a welcome bonus and thus put in your wallet a perfect companion for traveling the world without spending anything on commissions or other charges.
From daily groceries to gasoline, from fines to airline tickets This credit card allows all members of the Miles&More loyalty program to. to accumulate 1 point for every 2 euros spent, but the even more interesting feature is that all holders of this new credit card will be able to forget about the expiration of Miles&More miles on their card account.
"The growing demand for Green Fares shows that more and more people want to travel as sustainably as possible. We support them with appropriate offerings. Green Fares tests on long-haul flights will provide us with important information for the further development of our portfolio for more sustainable travel," said Christina Foerster, a member of the Lufthansa Group Executive Board responsible for Brand & Sustainability.
Long-haul green routes
Green Fares long-haul fares are currently available on the following routes, operated according to various hubs, by Lufthansa, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines and Swiss.
- Frankfurt - Bangalore (Lufthansa)
- Munich-Seoul (Lufthansa)
- Brussels - Kinshasa (Brussels Airlines)
- Zurich to Los Angeles (Swiss)
- Frankfurt - Miami (Lufthansa)
- Singapore - London (Lufthansa)
- Sao Paulo - Zurich (Swiss)
- Nairobi - Frankfurt (Lufthansa)
- Bangkok - Vienna (Austrian)
- Hong Kong - London (Lufthansa)
- London to Hong Kong (Lufthansa)
- Paris - Bangkok (Lufthansa)
In detail, Green fares include full offsetting of individual flight-related CO2 emissions with one click through the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and a contribution to high-quality climate protection projects. With SAF results in a reduction of 10% of CO2 emissions, while the remaining 90% is offset through climate protection projects.
