Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines introduce 'preferred seat zone' booking option

6 February, 2018

Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines introduced (06-Feb-2018) the option to book in a "preferred seat zone" for long haul services. Customers can pay EUR30 to EUR50 to book in the first rows of economy class or closer to exits. Sales of the product commence on 20-Feb-2018 for travel after 07-Mar-2018. HON Circle Members and Senators can reserve a seat free of charge, depending on availability. SWISS was the first Lufthansa Group airline to introduce the offering. [more - original PR] [more - original PR - German]