Unterschied in der economy-restricted und economy-flex clas

NEW DELHI: In a move that could further kill the difference between low-cost and full-service carriers, Lufthansa has three class of fares in the economy class. The fares for each of these class is based on the service provided will be for domestic passengers and passengers within Europe and does not impact fliers out of India. "Effective 28 July 2015, Lufthansa is introducing a new price concept for flights in Europe. The new Economy Class fare options "Light", "Classic" and "Flex" shall apply from 1 October 2015, for domestic and European flights and will offer different services depending on the price," said a release from the airline company. The various fare options differentiate themselves in the areas of free luggage, seat reservations, as well as rebooking and cancellations options. The choice will now consist of a fully flexible Business Class fare and three new Economy Class fares, the release added. Below are the details of the schemes:

Economy Light

The new Light fare will, from October 1, be the most economical option for those traveling only with hand luggage and not in need of any ticket flexibility. If desired, customers can additionally book a piece of luggage or book a seat at any time between booking and start of the journey.

Economy Classic

The Classic fare includes the opportunity to check-in a piece of luggage of up to 23 kg. This option also offers a new, additional opportunity for many passengers to secure their desired seat, free-of-charge, at booking. Finally, the Classic fare is more flexible than the Light fare because it can be rebooked to another flight on the original connection for a fee.

Economy Flex

The Flex fare is focused principally on passengers that require more flexibility in their travel planning. In addition to the free seat reservation, the Flex fare offers the opportunity to rebook the flight at no extra cost or change the itinerary. If the originally planned booking class is no longer available, it is possible that an extra payment is necessary. In this fare option, frequent fliers will get an additional 50 per cent of Premium Miles credited in the framework of a Miles & More promotion.

Business Class

Besides the three Economy fares, there continues to be a Business Class fare which includes all the usual services and conveniences of this travel class, such as access to the lounge, increased luggage allowance of 2 x 32 kg, seat reservation and an open seat next to it, and priority boarding. The novelty is the full flexibility in rebooking and cancellation. Thus, in the new price concept, all Business Class fares will be re-bookable without a fee and refundable free-of-charge. If the originally planned booking class is no longer available, an extra charge may be necessary under certain circumstances.

Indian carriers, who are attempting to charge travellers for various facilities, can pick some learnings from these schemes announced by the Lufthansa Group.

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Economy class is composed of 4 type of fares :

1 - Promotionnal fares " Economy basic"

These fares are non refundable and changes are not permitted. Number of seats on board is limited for this fare. Moreoften maximum stay is 1 month. Any luggage in the hold is included in this fare

2 - " Economy classic" type of fares

Changes with penalties are permitted for these fares but refund is not permitted. According to your destination 1 or 2 pieces of luggages in the hold is included in the fare.

3 - "Economy Smart" type of fares

These fares are specially made for people who need flexibility. Changes and refund are permitted with penalties.

These fares are valid 1 year, that mean you can modify your travel before departure of your flight as many times as necessary within the limit of 1 year from the date of purchase (and not 1 year from date of departure of the first flight).

According to your destination 1 or 2 pieces of luggages in the hold is included in the fare.

4 - "Economy Flex" type of fares

These fares are the more expensive of the Economy class because changes and refund are free of charge.

These fares are valid 1 year, that mean you can modify your travel before departure of your flight as many times as necessary within the limit of 1 year from date of purchase (and not 1 year from date of departure of the first flight).