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Lufthansa Group Expands Fare Portfolio with New Economy Basic Entry Level Fare and More

Brussels Airlines has announced that the Lufthansa Group has expanded their fare portfolio.  This includes a new Economy Basic entry-level fare, and an expansion of the Light fare to include a rebooking option.


Lufthansa Group Expands Fare Portfolio - Courtesy Brussels Airlines
Lufthansa Group Expands Fare Portfolio - Courtesy Brussels Airlines

On Thursday (April 23, 2026), Brussels Airlines announced that effective April 28th, the Lufthansa Group will expand their fare portfolio for short and medium-haul flights with a new entry-level fare for travel starting May 19, 2026.  The Economy Basic fare will be introduced gradually on select routes.  This complements the existing offering and can be booked with the airlines of the Lufthansa Group, namely Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Discover Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, and Air Dolomiti.


The new Basic fare includes one personal item, such as a laptop bag or a small backpack. Those who wish to bring more luggage can flexibly add carry-on or checked baggage as an add-on service within this particularly affordable fare or choose a fare option with expanded baggage allowances.  The enhanced fare structure enables a clear, transparent selection tailored to individual needs.  Additionally, the existing Light fare is being enhanced.  Travelers will now benefit from the option to rebook their reservation for a fee, offering a boost in flexibility for greater planning security.  In total, travelers will now have four clearly differentiated fare options in Economy Class and three in Business Class.


Brussels Airlines is the national carrier of Belgium and a member of the Lufthansa Group.  The carrier is the Africa expert within the Group, and connects the European capital to over 85 destinations including 18 in Sub-Saharan Africa.  Brussels Airlines operates a fleet of 43 aircraft including 34 Airbus A320 Family and 10 A330-300s.  The airline has 3,200 team members and supports over 40,000 direct and indirect jobs.  Brussels Airlines offers competitive fares and the highest levels of service quality, including bespoke onboard meals curated by yearly changing ‘Belgian Star Chefs.’  Founded in 2002, Brussels Airlines is a member of the Star Alliance and is 100 percent owned by Deutsche Lufthansa AG.


 

Source: Brussels Airlines

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