Lufthansa launches a Status Match: to become a senator you only need to pay €99
Miles & More, the Lufthansa loyalty program, announced dedicated to British Airways Executive Club and Iberia Plus members. [...]
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Miles & More, Lufthansa's loyalty program, announced. a status match offer dedicated to British Airways Executive Club and Iberia Plus members. Status holders of these programs can apply for level equivalency with Miles & More Frequent Traveller or Senator status.
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After Flying Blue and easyJet So here comes the Lufthansa group to feast at thethe disgruntled table of the British Airways loyalty program, a war that is sure to see a retort from BA as well, which from aggressed will become aggressor.
What is a Status Match?
Status match is an opportunity offered by some loyalty programs to allow travelers with elite status to obtain an equivalent level in another program. This allows you to immediately take advantage of exclusive benefits, such as lounge access, priority in flight operations and extra baggage, without having to accumulate miles or flight segments from scratch.
Who can apply for Lufthansa match status
This promotion allows travelers to access status benefits until Feb. 28, 2026. Key benefits reserved for elite status include priority check-in, priority boarding, extra baggage allowance and access to Star Alliance network lounges.
To join the offer, simply visit the dedicated site submit request e pay the 99€ fee.
Once approved, one can enjoy all the benefits of the new Frequent Traveller or Senator status. Those who have not yet joined Miles & More can register for free on the official website before completing the status match application.
Miles & More program levels and key benefits
Miles & More offers three status levels:
- Frequent Traveller: access to fast-track security lanes, priority check-in, extra free checked baggage and access to Lufthansa Business Class lounges.
- Senator: superior benefits, including two extra bags, discounted upgrades, increased availability of award tickets, and access to Lufthansa Senator lounges.
- HON Circle: the most exclusive status, which guarantees VIP assistance, private airport transfers and first-class lounge access.
As mentioned you will only be able to obtain the Frequent traveler and Senator level, remains excluded from this campaign the unreachable HON Circle.
Who should take advantage of this MS
He must take advantage of this opportunity those who do not have elite status Fly, that is, in the loyalty program of ITA Airways, the reason is simple: When the merger of the two loyalty programs will be completed you will have a free upgrade to Miles&More status, while this opportunity is chargeable.
In conclusion
This status match Lufthansa against British Airways and Iberia potentially kicks off the war between loyalty programs that will peak with the release of ITA Airways from Skyteam in late April.
