Why can't I find Lufthansa first class awards?

Lufthansa restricts first-class award space for most members until shortly before departure. Status holders see it earlier.

Do Miles & More miles expire?

Expiry rules vary by account type, card holding and status. Review your own account's terms directly.

Are mileage bargains worth watching?

Yes. They are periodic discounted award offers on selected routes, and they change the value calculation materially.

Lufthansa Group

Miles & More

Miles & More is the joint programme of Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian, Brussels Airlines and other group carriers, and Europe's largest frequent-flyer scheme by membership.

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Award pricing is largely chart-based with dynamic elements, and Lufthansa first-class award space is famously restricted until close to departure for non-status members.

Earning Miles & More award miles

Miles accrue on Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance flights, extensive European co-brand cards, retail partners and mileage bargain promotions.

Redeeming Miles & More award miles

Redemptions cover group and Star Alliance flights, upgrades, mileage bargains, and non-flight rewards in the Miles & More shop.

Expiry rules

Miles & More has historically applied expiry rules that vary with card and status. Check your account terms with Miles & More.

Transfers and pooling

The programme supports buying, gifting and transferring miles for a fee, plus mileage pooling in some markets.

Buying miles from Lufthansa Group

Miles & More sells award miles directly, with frequent bonus purchase campaigns.

Where the value sits

Surcharges on Lufthansa Group awards can be significant, so subtract them when calculating value per mile.

Miles & More questions

Why can't I find Lufthansa first class awards?: Lufthansa restricts first-class award space for most members until shortly before departure. Status holders see it earlier.
Do Miles & More miles expire?: Expiry rules vary by account type, card holding and status. Review your own account's terms directly.
Are mileage bargains worth watching?: Yes. They are periodic discounted award offers on selected routes, and they change the value calculation materially.

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