Boeing delivered to American Airlines its first Next-Generation 737-800 featuring the all-new Boeing Sky Interior (BSI). The new aircraft marks a major milestone in American's commitment to improving and modernizing the customer experience through the execution of its fleet renewal plan.
The Boeing Sky Interior is designed to increase customer comfort onboard and is an important part of American's ongoing initiative to modernize the look and feel of its 737 fleet interiors. The 737-800 BSI aircraft are a strategic part of American's commitment to invest in products and services that make the travel experience more contemporary and innovative for customers.
The new 737-800 BSI interior offers several unique features, including larger overhead bins – modeled after the 787 Dreamliner's pivoting bins – that pivot down and out. The innovative design allows the bins to hold 48 more bags than standard overhead bins and four more than current non-BSI aircraft with larger bins. Sculpted sidewalls provide customers with a contemporary feeling of spaciousness and updated window reveals make the windows appear larger. Brighter and longer-lasting LED lighting can be programmed to create different effects during the flight such as a soft blue sky overhead. Intuitive placement of switches and call buttons and improved sound quality are innovative features that will enhance the customer experience. Additionally, the new 737s offer 16 First Class seats and 144 in Economy Class for a total of 160 seats on each aircraft.
From 2007 through 2011, American Airlines expects to invest more than $5.5 billion in new aircraft and onboard and facility enhancement projects to improve the customer experience.
"American Airlines has made a significant investment to enrich the flying experience for our customers through the purchase of new aircraft and the refurbishment of our existing fleet," said Virasb Vahidi, American's Chief Commercial Officer. "At American, we are focused on providing a differentiated customer experience, with a distinct focus on best delivering what premium customers value most – world-class products and services. The delivery of the first 737-800 with the new Boeing Sky Interior is our most recent step to deliver on this commitment."
"This new airplane will be a great addition to American's existing 737 fleet," said Marlin Dailey, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Boeing Commercial Airplanes. "American Airlines is leveraging all the performance benefits of the Next-Generation 737 to enhance its competitive position, while providing a new, more comfortable and inviting interior."
As part of its fleet renewal plan, American began taking delivery of new Boeing 737-800s without BSI in April 2009. The airline received 31 737-800s in 2009, 45 in 2010 and plans to receive 15 in 2011, 28 in 2012 and 11 beginning in 2013.
To provide consistency within the travel experience and further elevate customer comfort onboard, American is updating its initial fleet of Boeing 737s, the last of which was delivered in 2001, to match the new 737 deliveries without the BSI feature. The interior renovations include the installation of new customized First and Economy Class seats, new cabin interiors, updated inflight entertainment systems and bigger overhead bins to provide more storage throughout the aircraft. American is also updating the interior of its 757 fleet, which will include a new look-and-feel throughout the cabin. Both projects are being handled in-house by American employees at the airline's Maintenance and Engineering base located in Tulsa, Okla.
Saturday, July 23, 2011
Lufthansa new first class on 747
Lufthansa set new standards in premium travel when it unveiled a new First Class cabin on its A380 flagship. Continuing the trend, from April to November, Lufthansa will completely revamp ten Boeing 747-400s, resulting in a quieter and more exclusive atmosphere in First Class, Whether on the ground or in-flight, passengers selecting a First Class travel experience will always find exceptional service from Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is entering new territory with its seating concept for the Boeing 747-400. Each of the eight individual seats will have an adjacent full-length, permanent lie-flat bed, which measures about 8 feet in length and features a top-quality mattress, guaranteeing first-class sleeping comfort. Each passenger in the new First Class cabin will thus not only have a seat but also a separate bed. Sound-absorbing curtains and sound-deadening insulation beneath the carpet will ensure that passengers enjoy the necessary peace and quiet.
The individual inflight entertainment program on the new, 17-inch monitors will also provide soothing relaxation. As a hallmark of Lufthansa’s First Class service, top-of-the-range materials such as matt-brushed metal and scarred leather have been used throughout the cabin. Besides the interior design and fittings, the First Class standard includes comfort items such as temperature-regulating blankets and pillows and the amenity kit from Porsche Design containing cosmetic articles from La mer.
The Business and Economy Class cabins on the Boeing 747-400 are also being refurbished, including a revamped entrance area and new lavatories. In Economy Class, passengers can enjoy an individual entertainment system offering a wide range of feature films in as many as eight languages, popular TV series and fascinating documentaries. Selections also include on-screen service information about the flight, radio programs and music channels, and special children’s programs. Furthermore, thanks to an innovative redesign of the back rest, the new Economy Class seats provide two inches of additional personal space and legroom.
Lufthansa is entering new territory with its seating concept for the Boeing 747-400. Each of the eight individual seats will have an adjacent full-length, permanent lie-flat bed, which measures about 8 feet in length and features a top-quality mattress, guaranteeing first-class sleeping comfort. Each passenger in the new First Class cabin will thus not only have a seat but also a separate bed. Sound-absorbing curtains and sound-deadening insulation beneath the carpet will ensure that passengers enjoy the necessary peace and quiet.
The individual inflight entertainment program on the new, 17-inch monitors will also provide soothing relaxation. As a hallmark of Lufthansa’s First Class service, top-of-the-range materials such as matt-brushed metal and scarred leather have been used throughout the cabin. Besides the interior design and fittings, the First Class standard includes comfort items such as temperature-regulating blankets and pillows and the amenity kit from Porsche Design containing cosmetic articles from La mer.
The Business and Economy Class cabins on the Boeing 747-400 are also being refurbished, including a revamped entrance area and new lavatories. In Economy Class, passengers can enjoy an individual entertainment system offering a wide range of feature films in as many as eight languages, popular TV series and fascinating documentaries. Selections also include on-screen service information about the flight, radio programs and music channels, and special children’s programs. Furthermore, thanks to an innovative redesign of the back rest, the new Economy Class seats provide two inches of additional personal space and legroom.
Delta business class fares to london
Delta airlines expand service to Heathrow Airport in London – as it continues its focus on key markets for strategic growth in 2011.
Delta begins its new routes between Boston and Miami and London's Heathrow Airport on March 26.
In conjunction with its new service, Delta is offering special introductory fares for travel on its new routes between Heathrow and Boston and Miami. Special fares also are available on connecting flights to Heathrow via Miami from Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville, Fla. Delta is adding new nonstop flights between the three cities and Miami International Airport to enable convenient connections to Heathrow for customers across Florida. The intra-Florida flights will be operated by Delta Connection carriers Comair and Pinnacle airlines using 50-seat Bombardier CRJ-200 regional jets.
Fares* include:
Boston London-Heathrow
Economy class $199
BusinessElite fare $619
Miami LHR
$199
$619
Tampa London-Heathrow
$199
$619
Orlando London-Heathrow
$199
$619
Jacksonville London-Heathrow
$199
$619
(1) One-stop service with connection in Miami
*Additional taxes/fees/restrictions/baggage charges may apply. Fares are each-way. Round-trip
purchase is required. Heathrow is London's preferred airport for business travelers. Since 2007, when the U.S. and U.K. governments liberalized air service access between their two countries, Delta has added more nonstop service to Heathrow than any of its U.S. competitors. The airline has grown from no service to Heathrow in 2007 to 10 daily flights from six U.S. cities planned for summer 2011, with nonstop service from its hubs in Atlanta, Detroit, New York-JFK, and Minneapolis-St. Paul as well as Boston and Miami.
"Delta's industry-leading growth in Heathrow service underscores our commitment to the market," said Perry Cantarutti, Delta's senior vice president – Europe, Middle East and Africa. "Heathrow is the airport our international business customers consistently tell us they prefer when flying to London."
Delta begins its new routes between Boston and Miami and London's Heathrow Airport on March 26.
In conjunction with its new service, Delta is offering special introductory fares for travel on its new routes between Heathrow and Boston and Miami. Special fares also are available on connecting flights to Heathrow via Miami from Tampa, Orlando and Jacksonville, Fla. Delta is adding new nonstop flights between the three cities and Miami International Airport to enable convenient connections to Heathrow for customers across Florida. The intra-Florida flights will be operated by Delta Connection carriers Comair and Pinnacle airlines using 50-seat Bombardier CRJ-200 regional jets.
Fares* include:
Boston London-Heathrow
Economy class $199
BusinessElite fare $619
Miami LHR
$199
$619
Tampa London-Heathrow
$199
$619
Orlando London-Heathrow
$199
$619
Jacksonville London-Heathrow
$199
$619
(1) One-stop service with connection in Miami
*Additional taxes/fees/restrictions/baggage charges may apply. Fares are each-way. Round-trip
purchase is required. Heathrow is London's preferred airport for business travelers. Since 2007, when the U.S. and U.K. governments liberalized air service access between their two countries, Delta has added more nonstop service to Heathrow than any of its U.S. competitors. The airline has grown from no service to Heathrow in 2007 to 10 daily flights from six U.S. cities planned for summer 2011, with nonstop service from its hubs in Atlanta, Detroit, New York-JFK, and Minneapolis-St. Paul as well as Boston and Miami.
"Delta's industry-leading growth in Heathrow service underscores our commitment to the market," said Perry Cantarutti, Delta's senior vice president – Europe, Middle East and Africa. "Heathrow is the airport our international business customers consistently tell us they prefer when flying to London."
Florida to Europe flights on Delta, AF, KLM
Delta airlines and the Air France-KLM started a major international expansion with new flights connecting Florida with three major European cities: London, Paris and Amsterdam.
The airlines will operate the new Florida flights under their industry-leading trans-Atlantic joint venture, an agreement, which also includes Alitalia, that allows the partners to coordinate flights and share costs and revenues of the service. For customers, it means more choices for booking, destinations and schedules, additional opportunities to earn and redeem miles and consistent service regardless of which airline operates the flight.
Delta will launch daily new nonstop service between Miami and London's Heathrow Airport on March 26. On March 21, KLM began new nonstop flights between Miami and its hub in Amsterdam four days weekly. And on June 7, Air France will inaugurate new nonstop service between Orlando and its Paris hub three days weekly.
"The almost simultaneous launch of our new frequencies on departure from Paris-CDG and Amsterdam to Florida clearly shows that our coordinated operations enable the joint venture airlines to provide our joint customers with a wide complementary offering at very competitive fares," said Bruno Matheu, Air France-KLM 's executive vice president – Network, Revenue Management and Marketing.
"With Miami-Amsterdam, KLM is adding another nonstop service to the joint venture. This is the 20th trans-Atlantic route from Amsterdam served by KLM and Delta Air Lines. With more than 250 daily trans-Atlantic flights and a fleet of more than 130 aircraft, this joint venture offers our customers a generous network with higher frequencies, attractive prices and tailored schedules for trans-Atlantic travel," said Erik Varwijk, Air France-KLM's executive vice president – International and the Netherlands.
Miami – London Heathrow
Airline Departs Arrives Frequency Aircraft
Delta
Miami at 6:30 p.m. Heathrow at 8:30 a.m. (next day)
Delta Heathrow at 9:40 a.m. Miami at 3:05 p.m.
Daily Boeing 767-400
Airline Departs Arrives Frequency Aircraft
KLM Miami at 9:30 p.m. Amsterdam at 12:20 p.m. (next day)
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Amsterdam at 3:10 p.m. Miami at 7:10 p.m.
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
MD-11 March 27
Orlando – Paris-Charles de Gaulle
Air France
Orlando at 8:45 p.m. CDG at 11:10 a.m. (next day)
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
CDG at 1:45 p.m. 5:05 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Boeing 777-300ER
June 7
In conjunction with its new service between Miami and London, Delta is also adding new nonstop service between Miami and Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa. Those flights, operated by Delta Connection carrier Comair, begin March 26 and will provide convenient connecting service for Florida customers traveling to London-Heathrow. "The power of our successful joint venture allows Delta, Air France and KLM to embark on this significant international expansion in Florida, with new service connecting the state to these important European cities," said Glen Hauenstein, Delta's executive vice president – Network Planning, Revenue Management and Marketing. "Our new nonstop service will provide an economic boost on both sides of the Atlantic."
The airlines will operate the new Florida flights under their industry-leading trans-Atlantic joint venture, an agreement, which also includes Alitalia, that allows the partners to coordinate flights and share costs and revenues of the service. For customers, it means more choices for booking, destinations and schedules, additional opportunities to earn and redeem miles and consistent service regardless of which airline operates the flight.
Delta will launch daily new nonstop service between Miami and London's Heathrow Airport on March 26. On March 21, KLM began new nonstop flights between Miami and its hub in Amsterdam four days weekly. And on June 7, Air France will inaugurate new nonstop service between Orlando and its Paris hub three days weekly.
"The almost simultaneous launch of our new frequencies on departure from Paris-CDG and Amsterdam to Florida clearly shows that our coordinated operations enable the joint venture airlines to provide our joint customers with a wide complementary offering at very competitive fares," said Bruno Matheu, Air France-KLM 's executive vice president – Network, Revenue Management and Marketing.
"With Miami-Amsterdam, KLM is adding another nonstop service to the joint venture. This is the 20th trans-Atlantic route from Amsterdam served by KLM and Delta Air Lines. With more than 250 daily trans-Atlantic flights and a fleet of more than 130 aircraft, this joint venture offers our customers a generous network with higher frequencies, attractive prices and tailored schedules for trans-Atlantic travel," said Erik Varwijk, Air France-KLM's executive vice president – International and the Netherlands.
Miami – London Heathrow
Airline Departs Arrives Frequency Aircraft
Delta
Miami at 6:30 p.m. Heathrow at 8:30 a.m. (next day)
Delta Heathrow at 9:40 a.m. Miami at 3:05 p.m.
Daily Boeing 767-400
Airline Departs Arrives Frequency Aircraft
KLM Miami at 9:30 p.m. Amsterdam at 12:20 p.m. (next day)
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Amsterdam at 3:10 p.m. Miami at 7:10 p.m.
Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
MD-11 March 27
Orlando – Paris-Charles de Gaulle
Air France
Orlando at 8:45 p.m. CDG at 11:10 a.m. (next day)
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
CDG at 1:45 p.m. 5:05 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
Boeing 777-300ER
June 7
In conjunction with its new service between Miami and London, Delta is also adding new nonstop service between Miami and Jacksonville, Orlando and Tampa. Those flights, operated by Delta Connection carrier Comair, begin March 26 and will provide convenient connecting service for Florida customers traveling to London-Heathrow. "The power of our successful joint venture allows Delta, Air France and KLM to embark on this significant international expansion in Florida, with new service connecting the state to these important European cities," said Glen Hauenstein, Delta's executive vice president – Network Planning, Revenue Management and Marketing. "Our new nonstop service will provide an economic boost on both sides of the Atlantic."
delta upgrade food for purchase menu
Delta airlines is adding new selections to the EATS food-for-sale menu, upgrading spirits offered and offering customers the opportunity to donate to the American Cancer Society with their onboard purchases.
Refreshed EATS items onboard this summer for morning flights include a breakfast BLT wrap; snack bar and yogurt; and a fruit and cheese plate. During lunch and dinnertime flights customers can choose from a chicken salad sandwich, black forest turkey sliders, and a fruit and cheese plate – all using Boar's Head® premium meats and cheeses.
New EATS menu items include:
Kids Plate – peanut butter and jelly sandwich on whole grain bread; apple wedges; grapes; carrot and celery sticks; and ranch dressing available for $4.50 onboard this month.
Ben and Jerry's ice cream – Vanilla and Cherry Garcia flavored ice cream available for $2.50 on lunch or dinner flights longer than 1,800 miles beginning June 1.
Wrigley's Gum – Wrigley's 5® Rain®, a tingling spearmint flavor for $2 beginning June 1.
Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey – blend of classic Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey with honey liqueur best served with ginger ale or Sprite® for $7 beginning June 1.
Margaritaville Margarita Mix – a tasty margarita flavored drink that can be mixed with tequila for $7 beginning June 1.
"We know our customers can't always fit mealtime into their busy travel schedules, so Delta makes it easier by offering a selection of quality food onboard," said Joanne Smith, Delta's senior vice president of In-Flight Service. "We have a variety of options to please all of our customers – whether you're looking for a light snack or a full meal."
These new items complement for-purchase food options Delta offers customers through the EATS menu.
Also available for sale onboard Delta flights are Travel Treats and Flight Delights snack boxes, Pringles, M&M's® and Bentley's Popcorn. As part of its partnership with the American Cancer Society, Delta will donate $1 to help find a cure for cancer for every Flight Delights snack box sold during the month of May.
These improved food options are part of Delta's previously announced plan to invest more than $2 billion in enhanced global products, services and airport facilities through 2013. In addition to refreshed food options, Delta is adding an Economy Comfort product and offering full-flat bed seats on its entire international widebody fleet; upgrading its domestic fleet with more First Class seats and in-seat entertainment; adding personal, in-seat entertainment for both BusinessElite and Economy class customers on all long-haul international flights; adding in-flight Wi-Fi service to all domestic aircraft with a First and Economy class cabin; and building new terminal facilities for international customers at its two largest global gateways – Atlanta and New York-JFK.
Refreshed EATS items onboard this summer for morning flights include a breakfast BLT wrap; snack bar and yogurt; and a fruit and cheese plate. During lunch and dinnertime flights customers can choose from a chicken salad sandwich, black forest turkey sliders, and a fruit and cheese plate – all using Boar's Head® premium meats and cheeses.
New EATS menu items include:
Kids Plate – peanut butter and jelly sandwich on whole grain bread; apple wedges; grapes; carrot and celery sticks; and ranch dressing available for $4.50 onboard this month.
Ben and Jerry's ice cream – Vanilla and Cherry Garcia flavored ice cream available for $2.50 on lunch or dinner flights longer than 1,800 miles beginning June 1.
Wrigley's Gum – Wrigley's 5® Rain®, a tingling spearmint flavor for $2 beginning June 1.
Jack Daniels Tennessee Honey – blend of classic Jack Daniels Tennessee Whiskey with honey liqueur best served with ginger ale or Sprite® for $7 beginning June 1.
Margaritaville Margarita Mix – a tasty margarita flavored drink that can be mixed with tequila for $7 beginning June 1.
"We know our customers can't always fit mealtime into their busy travel schedules, so Delta makes it easier by offering a selection of quality food onboard," said Joanne Smith, Delta's senior vice president of In-Flight Service. "We have a variety of options to please all of our customers – whether you're looking for a light snack or a full meal."
These new items complement for-purchase food options Delta offers customers through the EATS menu.
Also available for sale onboard Delta flights are Travel Treats and Flight Delights snack boxes, Pringles, M&M's® and Bentley's Popcorn. As part of its partnership with the American Cancer Society, Delta will donate $1 to help find a cure for cancer for every Flight Delights snack box sold during the month of May.
These improved food options are part of Delta's previously announced plan to invest more than $2 billion in enhanced global products, services and airport facilities through 2013. In addition to refreshed food options, Delta is adding an Economy Comfort product and offering full-flat bed seats on its entire international widebody fleet; upgrading its domestic fleet with more First Class seats and in-seat entertainment; adding personal, in-seat entertainment for both BusinessElite and Economy class customers on all long-haul international flights; adding in-flight Wi-Fi service to all domestic aircraft with a First and Economy class cabin; and building new terminal facilities for international customers at its two largest global gateways – Atlanta and New York-JFK.
Delta add flights to Brasília airport
Delta airlines add a sixth Weekly nonstop frequency between Atlanta and Brazil's capital city, Brasilia, With a new frequency operating on Tuesdays beginning May 31, Delta will offer the following timetable between Atlanta and Brasilia:
Flight Departs Arrives Frequency
DL 221
Atlanta at 9:20 p.m.
Brasília at 6:54 a.m.
Sun., Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat.
DL 222
Brasilia at 10:15 p.m.
Atlanta at 5:55 a.m.
Sun., Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat.
Delta operates flights between Atlanta and Brasilia using a Boeing 757-200 with capacity for 162 passengers: 15 in First Class and 147 in Economy Class.
Delta currently offers 32 nonstop flights per week between the U.S. and Brazil, including service connecting Atlanta, Detroit and New York-JFK to Sao Paulo as well as Atlanta and Rio de Janeiro.
"Delta's continued growth in Brazil has been quite significant, and this new flight will further support our strategy in this market," said Nicolas Ferri, Delta's vice president for Latin America and Caribbean. "The new frequency between Brasilia and Atlanta will offer more convenience to our customers who need better access to the country's capital city and its surrounding areas."
Earlier this year, Delta announced the beginning of codeshare service and frequent flier program reciprocity with GOL. Delta flight numbers are currently available on 56 GOL flights between Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Brasília and 15 Brazilian destinations: Belem, Belo Horizonte, Cuiaba, Curitiba, Florianopolis, Fortaleza, Goiania, Iguassu Falls, Joao Pessoa, Navegantes, Porto Alegre, Recife, Salvador, Teresina and Vitoria. The number of codeshare markets is expected to increase to more than 30 by summer, pending government approvals.
Flight Departs Arrives Frequency
DL 221
Atlanta at 9:20 p.m.
Brasília at 6:54 a.m.
Sun., Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat.
DL 222
Brasilia at 10:15 p.m.
Atlanta at 5:55 a.m.
Sun., Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri., Sat.
Delta operates flights between Atlanta and Brasilia using a Boeing 757-200 with capacity for 162 passengers: 15 in First Class and 147 in Economy Class.
Delta currently offers 32 nonstop flights per week between the U.S. and Brazil, including service connecting Atlanta, Detroit and New York-JFK to Sao Paulo as well as Atlanta and Rio de Janeiro.
"Delta's continued growth in Brazil has been quite significant, and this new flight will further support our strategy in this market," said Nicolas Ferri, Delta's vice president for Latin America and Caribbean. "The new frequency between Brasilia and Atlanta will offer more convenience to our customers who need better access to the country's capital city and its surrounding areas."
Earlier this year, Delta announced the beginning of codeshare service and frequent flier program reciprocity with GOL. Delta flight numbers are currently available on 56 GOL flights between Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro and Brasília and 15 Brazilian destinations: Belem, Belo Horizonte, Cuiaba, Curitiba, Florianopolis, Fortaleza, Goiania, Iguassu Falls, Joao Pessoa, Navegantes, Porto Alegre, Recife, Salvador, Teresina and Vitoria. The number of codeshare markets is expected to increase to more than 30 by summer, pending government approvals.
Lufthansa curbside checkin at Detroit Metro Airport
Lufthansa German Airlines now offers a unique curbside checkin and baggage check service for customers departing from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)’s North Terminal to Frankfurt and beyond.
Eligible customers may now conveniently conduct the entire check-in process at the curb and proceed directly to security screening—speeding travel through the airport by bypassing the check-in counter. Additionally, eligible customers who have already checked-in for their flight online may now also drop their checked luggage directly at the curb.
This new, free service is available for customers in First and Business Class, Senator and HON Circle Members, and Star Alliance Gold Members. Lufthansa becomes the only airline allowing international customers departing from Detroit to check their bags and receive a boarding pass directly at the curb, while Detroit becomes Lufthansa’s first North American gateway to feature curbside check-in service.
“With Frankfurt ranked as one of Detroit’s top markets for international travel and Germany accounting for about 25 percent of all traffic between Detroit and Europe, Detroit is a very important market for Lufthansa,” said Ümit Menemenci, Lufthansa Station Manager for Detroit. “We are pleased to introduce curbside check-in and baggage check service for the first time in North America to our Detroit customers, which will also compliment well our exclusive Lufthansa Automotive program.”
“Lufthansa continues to be a strong partner with the Airport Authority in providing non-stop, competitive air travel options between Southeast Michigan and Europe, and onward to Asia, the Middle East, and beyond,” said WCAA Interim CEO Genelle M. Allen. “We are delighted that Lufthansa has once again chosen Detroit as their North American launch market for their latest investment in the travel experience.”
In November 2010, Detroit was selected as one of three introductory markets for the re-launch of Lufthansa’s FlyNet™ in-flight broadband internet service, which will be gradually introduced on all North American routes by the end of this year. Customers on Lufthansa’s flights between Detroit and Frankfurt were among the first to surf the internet and use mobile data communication services from their WLAN-enabled device while inflight over the Atlantic. From 2007, Lufthansa has also featured its Lufthansa Automotive program exclusively for U.S.-based automotive business travelers. The program allows members to qualify for Frequent Traveler status in Miles & More, Europe’s largest frequent flyer program, as well as other special privileges and exclusive offers from Lufthansa and other Star Alliance members.
Eligible customers may now conveniently conduct the entire check-in process at the curb and proceed directly to security screening—speeding travel through the airport by bypassing the check-in counter. Additionally, eligible customers who have already checked-in for their flight online may now also drop their checked luggage directly at the curb.
This new, free service is available for customers in First and Business Class, Senator and HON Circle Members, and Star Alliance Gold Members. Lufthansa becomes the only airline allowing international customers departing from Detroit to check their bags and receive a boarding pass directly at the curb, while Detroit becomes Lufthansa’s first North American gateway to feature curbside check-in service.
“With Frankfurt ranked as one of Detroit’s top markets for international travel and Germany accounting for about 25 percent of all traffic between Detroit and Europe, Detroit is a very important market for Lufthansa,” said Ümit Menemenci, Lufthansa Station Manager for Detroit. “We are pleased to introduce curbside check-in and baggage check service for the first time in North America to our Detroit customers, which will also compliment well our exclusive Lufthansa Automotive program.”
“Lufthansa continues to be a strong partner with the Airport Authority in providing non-stop, competitive air travel options between Southeast Michigan and Europe, and onward to Asia, the Middle East, and beyond,” said WCAA Interim CEO Genelle M. Allen. “We are delighted that Lufthansa has once again chosen Detroit as their North American launch market for their latest investment in the travel experience.”
In November 2010, Detroit was selected as one of three introductory markets for the re-launch of Lufthansa’s FlyNet™ in-flight broadband internet service, which will be gradually introduced on all North American routes by the end of this year. Customers on Lufthansa’s flights between Detroit and Frankfurt were among the first to surf the internet and use mobile data communication services from their WLAN-enabled device while inflight over the Atlantic. From 2007, Lufthansa has also featured its Lufthansa Automotive program exclusively for U.S.-based automotive business travelers. The program allows members to qualify for Frequent Traveler status in Miles & More, Europe’s largest frequent flyer program, as well as other special privileges and exclusive offers from Lufthansa and other Star Alliance members.
Lufthansa Denver to Frankfurt germany flights
german airlines Lufthansa celebrate ten years of service on the Denver-Frankfurt route. Lufthansa's service to Denver (LH 446/447) launched on March 25, 2001 with daily nonstop service to Frankfurt. Currently it is the only airline with nonstop service from Denver to Frankfurt, Europe’s second-largest airport. Lufthansa is also the only scheduled airline to provide an international First Class product nonstop from Europe to the Mile High City. And as of March 27, the flight will operate with increased capacity with a 747-400 instead of an A340-600.
Lufthansa First and Business Class passengers at Denver Airport have access to two United Airlines Red Carpet Club lounges in terminal B. The Denver gateway serves several other regional markets with connections via United Airlines primarily from Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Inter-mountain-west and the Pacific Northwest.
The United-Lufthansa alliance makes it possible for customers of both airlines to access the networks of two global airlines while still enjoying the seamless type of travel experience they would have if they were flying on just one carrier. United-Lufthansa customers will enjoy one-stop check-in at their first point of contact on either side of the Atlantic, accrual and redemption of frequent flyer miles for flights operated by either carrier in either United's Mileage Plus program or Lufthansa's Miles & More program and conveniently located airport facilities for quick connections. United-Lufthansa customers also enjoy reciprocal access to each carrier's airport lounges, and the recognition and benefits of their silver or gold frequent flyer program status when flying on either carrier.
Lufthansa First and Business Class passengers at Denver Airport have access to two United Airlines Red Carpet Club lounges in terminal B. The Denver gateway serves several other regional markets with connections via United Airlines primarily from Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Inter-mountain-west and the Pacific Northwest.
The United-Lufthansa alliance makes it possible for customers of both airlines to access the networks of two global airlines while still enjoying the seamless type of travel experience they would have if they were flying on just one carrier. United-Lufthansa customers will enjoy one-stop check-in at their first point of contact on either side of the Atlantic, accrual and redemption of frequent flyer miles for flights operated by either carrier in either United's Mileage Plus program or Lufthansa's Miles & More program and conveniently located airport facilities for quick connections. United-Lufthansa customers also enjoy reciprocal access to each carrier's airport lounges, and the recognition and benefits of their silver or gold frequent flyer program status when flying on either carrier.
Spirit Airlines add flights to Detroit Metro Airport
Spirit Airlines offer nonstop flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport Michigan and Atlantic City New Jersey on May 20, 2010.The seasonal service operate from May 20 – November 10, 2010, and resume again in the spring of 2011.
"This is great news for the southern New Jersey region; bringing back Detroit service will make it easy for travel to and from Atlantic City," says Bart R. Mueller, Executive Director for the South Jersey Transportation Authority, owner/operator of the Atlantic City International Airport. “Spirit Airlines continues to serve our market and has helped us pioneer into new destinations,” added Mueller.
“You can’t beat this quick and easy way to get to the Jersey shore to enjoy all that Atlantic City has to offer, including the beach, casinos, nightlife, shopping and more,” says Spirit’s Senior Director, Network Planning Mark Kopczak. “We look forward to continuing to serve both of these important markets with the ultra low fares our customers have come to know and love. But if even the $9 introductory fare is too much, you can visit www.3FreeFlights.com and fly your family for free**.”
Spirit Airlines contact information
1-800-772-7117
North Terminal
Schedule for Spirit’s Detroit-Atlantic City Service Effective May 20, 2010:
Departs Arrives
From DTW ACY 6:45 am 8:20 am NK 943
From Atlantic City to Detroit
8:11 pm 9:56 pm NK 936
"Thanks to Spirit, Detroit residents now have one more reason to look forward to spring. This new service is a welcome addition to Detroit's low fare services and is a further signal of the strong demand airlines are enjoying in Detroit this year," said Lester W. Robinson, Wayne County Airport Authority CEO.
"This is great news for the southern New Jersey region; bringing back Detroit service will make it easy for travel to and from Atlantic City," says Bart R. Mueller, Executive Director for the South Jersey Transportation Authority, owner/operator of the Atlantic City International Airport. “Spirit Airlines continues to serve our market and has helped us pioneer into new destinations,” added Mueller.
“You can’t beat this quick and easy way to get to the Jersey shore to enjoy all that Atlantic City has to offer, including the beach, casinos, nightlife, shopping and more,” says Spirit’s Senior Director, Network Planning Mark Kopczak. “We look forward to continuing to serve both of these important markets with the ultra low fares our customers have come to know and love. But if even the $9 introductory fare is too much, you can visit www.3FreeFlights.com and fly your family for free**.”
Spirit Airlines contact information
1-800-772-7117
North Terminal
Schedule for Spirit’s Detroit-Atlantic City Service Effective May 20, 2010:
Departs Arrives
From DTW ACY 6:45 am 8:20 am NK 943
From Atlantic City to Detroit
8:11 pm 9:56 pm NK 936
"Thanks to Spirit, Detroit residents now have one more reason to look forward to spring. This new service is a welcome addition to Detroit's low fare services and is a further signal of the strong demand airlines are enjoying in Detroit this year," said Lester W. Robinson, Wayne County Airport Authority CEO.
Delta 767-400 Businesselite get flat bed seats
Delta airlines has completed the installation of full flat-bed seats in the Business class cabin of all Boeing 777 and 767-400ER type aircraft.
The last of 18 Boeing 777 aircraft, each with 45 BusinessElite seats per plane, and all 21 Boeing 767-400ER aircraft with 40 BusinessElite seats per plane have been retrofitted with full flat-bed seats.
Progress continues as Delta's first Boeing 767-300ER will receive its scheduled full flat-bed in August. To date, more than 25 percent of Delta's widebody international fleet has received the upgrade and the airline's entire widebody international fleet of more than 140 aircraft will be flying with full flat-bed seats in BusinessElite by the end of 2013.
"A full flat-bed seat with direct aisle access is a premium cabin feature that's important to our customers and we're delivering," said Tim Mapes, senior vice president – Marketing. "Installing full flat-bed seats on each of our widebody international aircraft is a major component of the $2 billion investment Delta is making in our product and customer experience over the next two years."
Delta's ongoing investment to enhance the customer experience includes work underway on Delta's new Terminal 4 at New York-JFK, opening in 2013, and the new Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal in Atlanta, opening in 2012. Pending government approval of an agreement between Delta and US Airways to transfer takeoff and landing rights at New York's LaGuardia and Washington D.C.'s Reagan National airports, Delta also will spend up to $117 million to expand, renovate and consolidate terminals C and D at LaGuardia over the next two years.
The last of 18 Boeing 777 aircraft, each with 45 BusinessElite seats per plane, and all 21 Boeing 767-400ER aircraft with 40 BusinessElite seats per plane have been retrofitted with full flat-bed seats.
Progress continues as Delta's first Boeing 767-300ER will receive its scheduled full flat-bed in August. To date, more than 25 percent of Delta's widebody international fleet has received the upgrade and the airline's entire widebody international fleet of more than 140 aircraft will be flying with full flat-bed seats in BusinessElite by the end of 2013.
"A full flat-bed seat with direct aisle access is a premium cabin feature that's important to our customers and we're delivering," said Tim Mapes, senior vice president – Marketing. "Installing full flat-bed seats on each of our widebody international aircraft is a major component of the $2 billion investment Delta is making in our product and customer experience over the next two years."
Delta's ongoing investment to enhance the customer experience includes work underway on Delta's new Terminal 4 at New York-JFK, opening in 2013, and the new Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal in Atlanta, opening in 2012. Pending government approval of an agreement between Delta and US Airways to transfer takeoff and landing rights at New York's LaGuardia and Washington D.C.'s Reagan National airports, Delta also will spend up to $117 million to expand, renovate and consolidate terminals C and D at LaGuardia over the next two years.
Delta begin fly to Beijing from USA
Delta airlines inaugurate its first nonstop flight route on the 269-seat Boeing 777 aircraft from Beijing to Detroit, Michigan, on July 3, at Beijing Capital International Airport, the carrier says. The carrier also launched its biweekly Shanghai-Atlanta direct flight on June 6.
The flight will operate five days each week on 269-seat Boeing 777 aircraft featuring full flat-bed seats in BusinessElite, as well as Delta's new Economy Comfort class, which offers additional legroom and early boarding.
The new route increases the number of seats the airline offers in China to 1,500 every day and is part of its network expansion plan, the company says.
The route also increases Delta's weekly departures from China to 47. Of these, 19 are from Beijing, 16 are from Shanghai and 12 are from Hong Kong.
flight schedule
Flight Departs Arrives
DL 189
DTW at 9:25 p.m.
PEK at 11 p.m. (next day)
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
DL 188
PEK at 6:55 a.m.
DTW and 8:15 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday
Boeing 777
All of the new routes are nonstop flights connecting China with the United States. This reflects the huge potential and demand for trans-Pacific travel and communications, the airline says.
"The Detroit hub is a key part of our Asian network, and our new flight to Beijing will mean even more opportunities for economic development in the city."
Detroit is not a conventional destination for leisure travelers from China. But as one of Delta's biggest US hubs, Detroit is a gateway to 129 cities in the Western hemisphere.
"Delta has very simple strategy - to serve Chinese customers by offering them easy access to both the east and west coasts of the States," Delta's director of Greater China, Sandeep Bahl says.
He was recently elected chairman of the Board of Airline Representatives in China.
Delta operates a daily direct flight from Beijing to Seattle, Washington, and five weekly flights to Detroit and seven weekly flights to Tokyo-Narita.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is one of the US' busiest. It has 145 gates and six jet runways, which is comparable to Beijing Capital International Airport - the world's second largest airport in terms of annual passenger capacity, which was 75 million last year.
Delta announced the start of its code-share service with China Eastern Airlines on June 1. Under the agreement, Delta flight numbers will be added to 49 China Eastern-operated domestic flights to 21 cities in China and nonstop trans-Pacific flights connecting Shanghai with Los Angeles, California and New York City.
China Eastern flight numbers will be added to 38 Delta-operated domestic flights to 21 US cities and to its nonstop trans-Pacific service linking Detroit and Atlanta, Georgia, with Shanghai.
The flight will operate five days each week on 269-seat Boeing 777 aircraft featuring full flat-bed seats in BusinessElite, as well as Delta's new Economy Comfort class, which offers additional legroom and early boarding.
The new route increases the number of seats the airline offers in China to 1,500 every day and is part of its network expansion plan, the company says.
The route also increases Delta's weekly departures from China to 47. Of these, 19 are from Beijing, 16 are from Shanghai and 12 are from Hong Kong.
flight schedule
Flight Departs Arrives
DL 189
DTW at 9:25 p.m.
PEK at 11 p.m. (next day)
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
DL 188
PEK at 6:55 a.m.
DTW and 8:15 a.m.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday
Boeing 777
All of the new routes are nonstop flights connecting China with the United States. This reflects the huge potential and demand for trans-Pacific travel and communications, the airline says.
"The Detroit hub is a key part of our Asian network, and our new flight to Beijing will mean even more opportunities for economic development in the city."
Detroit is not a conventional destination for leisure travelers from China. But as one of Delta's biggest US hubs, Detroit is a gateway to 129 cities in the Western hemisphere.
"Delta has very simple strategy - to serve Chinese customers by offering them easy access to both the east and west coasts of the States," Delta's director of Greater China, Sandeep Bahl says.
He was recently elected chairman of the Board of Airline Representatives in China.
Delta operates a daily direct flight from Beijing to Seattle, Washington, and five weekly flights to Detroit and seven weekly flights to Tokyo-Narita.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is one of the US' busiest. It has 145 gates and six jet runways, which is comparable to Beijing Capital International Airport - the world's second largest airport in terms of annual passenger capacity, which was 75 million last year.
Delta announced the start of its code-share service with China Eastern Airlines on June 1. Under the agreement, Delta flight numbers will be added to 49 China Eastern-operated domestic flights to 21 cities in China and nonstop trans-Pacific flights connecting Shanghai with Los Angeles, California and New York City.
China Eastern flight numbers will be added to 38 Delta-operated domestic flights to 21 US cities and to its nonstop trans-Pacific service linking Detroit and Atlanta, Georgia, with Shanghai.
southwest Fare alert software DING
DING is a free, stand-alone software application that delivers live updates from Southwest Airlines directly to your desktop computer or mobile phone. This eliminates the need to open your browser or check your e-mail. When DING! is installed, running, and connected on your Mac or PC (computer), DING! will automatically contact our servers periodically to check for the latest headlines and offers and then deliver them to you via the DING! application.
Deeply discounted, limited-time only deals on specific flights.
All deals are exclusive to DING! so you can only get these deals through the DING! desktop app or DING! on your iPhone.
Customize your app so you only receive deals relevant to your home airport.
https://www.southwest.com/flight/subscription/cns-email-subscribe.html
The DING! application alerts you when exclusive, limited-time-only airfare deals on select flights are available for purchase. You can’t find these deals anywhere except DING!, so make sure to download it today. You can register to receive DING! alerts by downloading our desktop application or by installing the Southwest Airlines app to your iPhone®. Simply choose your home airport(s) and you’ll begin receiving alerts when great DING! deals to Southwest destinations all over the country are released.
How DING! works on your desktop:
Once you install the DING! application, a Southwest Airlines plane tail icon will display in your system tray. This is the DING! icon and the display will confirm that the application was installed and is running on your computer.
When Southwest delivers a new message via the DING! application, you will hear an audible DING! sound and an envelope will display over the icon in the system tray. This serves as your notification that a new DING! offer is available.
Click on the DING! icon in the system tray to display the offer(s). Also, at any time you can click on the icon to bring up the display window and refer back to the offer and/or navigate to some of the most popular tools on southwest.com.
How DING! works on your iPhone:
Once you download the app, register for DING! alerts by providing your home airport(s). This allows us to customize your alerts, only notifying you when we have offers available that are relevant to your home airport(s).
Once you register for DING! updates, you will begin receiving push notifications with an audible DING! sound each time we have a DING! deal for you. Just go to the Southwest Airlines app to view the deal(s).
You can click on DING! Fare Alerts in the Southwest Airlines app anytime to display your current deals or update your preferences.
Uninstalling DING! from your Computer
For Windows:
The process to uninstall the DING! application from your computer is simple. The Windows Control Panel located on your computer should have an option to Add/Remove programs. Once you click on Add/Remove programs you will see a list of programs installed on your computer. DING! will be listed as one of those programs. Select DING! and then choose remove.
Refer a Friend
Click the “Refer a Friend” button located at the bottom of the application. Once you click on that button, you will be taken to a web page that will ask you for e-mail addresses for up to five of your friends. In addition, you may add a personal message. Once you click on the "Send E-mail" button, you will receive a confirmation page verifying the information you entered.
Deeply discounted, limited-time only deals on specific flights.
All deals are exclusive to DING! so you can only get these deals through the DING! desktop app or DING! on your iPhone.
Customize your app so you only receive deals relevant to your home airport.
https://www.southwest.com/flight/subscription/cns-email-subscribe.html
The DING! application alerts you when exclusive, limited-time-only airfare deals on select flights are available for purchase. You can’t find these deals anywhere except DING!, so make sure to download it today. You can register to receive DING! alerts by downloading our desktop application or by installing the Southwest Airlines app to your iPhone®. Simply choose your home airport(s) and you’ll begin receiving alerts when great DING! deals to Southwest destinations all over the country are released.
How DING! works on your desktop:
Once you install the DING! application, a Southwest Airlines plane tail icon will display in your system tray. This is the DING! icon and the display will confirm that the application was installed and is running on your computer.
When Southwest delivers a new message via the DING! application, you will hear an audible DING! sound and an envelope will display over the icon in the system tray. This serves as your notification that a new DING! offer is available.
Click on the DING! icon in the system tray to display the offer(s). Also, at any time you can click on the icon to bring up the display window and refer back to the offer and/or navigate to some of the most popular tools on southwest.com.
How DING! works on your iPhone:
Once you download the app, register for DING! alerts by providing your home airport(s). This allows us to customize your alerts, only notifying you when we have offers available that are relevant to your home airport(s).
Once you register for DING! updates, you will begin receiving push notifications with an audible DING! sound each time we have a DING! deal for you. Just go to the Southwest Airlines app to view the deal(s).
You can click on DING! Fare Alerts in the Southwest Airlines app anytime to display your current deals or update your preferences.
Uninstalling DING! from your Computer
For Windows:
The process to uninstall the DING! application from your computer is simple. The Windows Control Panel located on your computer should have an option to Add/Remove programs. Once you click on Add/Remove programs you will see a list of programs installed on your computer. DING! will be listed as one of those programs. Select DING! and then choose remove.
Refer a Friend
Click the “Refer a Friend” button located at the bottom of the application. Once you click on that button, you will be taken to a web page that will ask you for e-mail addresses for up to five of your friends. In addition, you may add a personal message. Once you click on the "Send E-mail" button, you will receive a confirmation page verifying the information you entered.
is Southwest EarlyBird Check-in Worth it
Southwest EarlyBird Check-in gives Customers the option to score an early boarding position by adding an additional $10 to the price of a one-way fare. The low-cost service automatically reserves a boarding position for Customers prior to general check-in, allowing EarlyBird Customers to begin boarding the plane after Southwest´s Business Select and Rapid Rewards A-List Customers. EarlyBird Check-in is available for purchase for the cost of 10 dollar.NOTE: EarlyBird Check-In should not be purchased for Unaccompanied Minors since they will preboard the flight ahead of all other Passengers.
Whether you choose to print your boarding pass the day before or just hours before the flight, your confirmed boarding position will be ready and waiting for you. Now you can print your boarding pass as your schedule allows.
With EarlyBird Check-in, you no longer need to watch the clock or set your alarm to be one of the first Customers to check in for a Southwest flight. EarlyBird Customers can relax, and let us do the work for them,We'll automatically check you in and assign your boarding position within 36 hours of your flight's departure - that's 12 hours before general boarding positions become available. While EarlyBird Check-In doesn't guarantee an A boarding position, it improves your seat selection options to help you get your favorite seat.
An early boarding position provides Customers with the opportunity for a better seat selection and earlier access to overhead bin space, giving Customers the option to enhance their travel experience while creating incremental revenue opportunities for Southwest. Early boarding privileges are already included in the purchase of a Business Select fare and are a benefit of being on the Rapid Rewards A-List. All Customers are required to print their boarding pass prior to their scheduled departure.
Customers can purchase EarlyBird Check-in through a link in the Travel Tools section of southwest.com. They also can select EarlyBird Check-in from their southwest.com confirmation page online and from their confirmation e-mail. EarlyBird Check-in can be purchased up to 25 hours prior to the scheduled departure time of the Customer´s flight.
Whether you choose to print your boarding pass the day before or just hours before the flight, your confirmed boarding position will be ready and waiting for you. Now you can print your boarding pass as your schedule allows.
With EarlyBird Check-in, you no longer need to watch the clock or set your alarm to be one of the first Customers to check in for a Southwest flight. EarlyBird Customers can relax, and let us do the work for them,We'll automatically check you in and assign your boarding position within 36 hours of your flight's departure - that's 12 hours before general boarding positions become available. While EarlyBird Check-In doesn't guarantee an A boarding position, it improves your seat selection options to help you get your favorite seat.
An early boarding position provides Customers with the opportunity for a better seat selection and earlier access to overhead bin space, giving Customers the option to enhance their travel experience while creating incremental revenue opportunities for Southwest. Early boarding privileges are already included in the purchase of a Business Select fare and are a benefit of being on the Rapid Rewards A-List. All Customers are required to print their boarding pass prior to their scheduled departure.
Customers can purchase EarlyBird Check-in through a link in the Travel Tools section of southwest.com. They also can select EarlyBird Check-in from their southwest.com confirmation page online and from their confirmation e-mail. EarlyBird Check-in can be purchased up to 25 hours prior to the scheduled departure time of the Customer´s flight.
what is southwest airlines anytime fare
Southwest has three fare groups - Business Select, Anytime and Wanna Get Away - for the right combination of price and perks. All fares on Southwest Airlines come with the following free amenities: two checked bags, online checkin, curbside checkin, as well as complimentary snacks, soft drinks and LIFT™ coffee onboard all flights. Baggage weight and size limits apply.
Anytime fares are refundable and changeable and may be applied toward future travel on Southwest Airlines for the originally ticketed passenger only.
Fully Refundable
If you cancel your flight, you are eligible to receive 100% of your ticket value as a refund to your original form of payment. Southwest Travel Funds from a previous reservation that are applied toward a Business Select Fare will be refunded as residual travel funds (RTF) since the RTF would be the original form of payment for the Business Select transaction.
Same-day Changes
On your original date of travel you are free to fly standby or make confirmed changes (if seats are available) for another flight to your destination at no additional cost.
Standby travel between the same city pairs and on the original date of travel is permitted with no change in fare.
Fares do not include a segment fee of $3.70 per takeoff and landing.
Fares do not include airport-assessed passenger facility charges (PFC) of up to $9 and government-imposed September 11th Security Fee of up to $5 one-way.
Fares may vary based on flights and day of travel.
Fares are subject to change until tickets are purchased and may be available for a limited time only.
When combining fares, all rules and restrictions apply.
Lower fares may be available.
Customers traveling on a Wanna Get Away or Anytime Fare can now upgrade to a Business Select Fare – if it's available – while getting a boarding pass. Simply press the "Upgrade" button to get priority boarding, Fly By Priority Lane access where available, extra Rapid Rewards Points, and a free drink.
Anytime fares are refundable and changeable and may be applied toward future travel on Southwest Airlines for the originally ticketed passenger only.
Fully Refundable
If you cancel your flight, you are eligible to receive 100% of your ticket value as a refund to your original form of payment. Southwest Travel Funds from a previous reservation that are applied toward a Business Select Fare will be refunded as residual travel funds (RTF) since the RTF would be the original form of payment for the Business Select transaction.
Same-day Changes
On your original date of travel you are free to fly standby or make confirmed changes (if seats are available) for another flight to your destination at no additional cost.
Standby travel between the same city pairs and on the original date of travel is permitted with no change in fare.
Fares do not include a segment fee of $3.70 per takeoff and landing.
Fares do not include airport-assessed passenger facility charges (PFC) of up to $9 and government-imposed September 11th Security Fee of up to $5 one-way.
Fares may vary based on flights and day of travel.
Fares are subject to change until tickets are purchased and may be available for a limited time only.
When combining fares, all rules and restrictions apply.
Lower fares may be available.
Customers traveling on a Wanna Get Away or Anytime Fare can now upgrade to a Business Select Fare – if it's available – while getting a boarding pass. Simply press the "Upgrade" button to get priority boarding, Fly By Priority Lane access where available, extra Rapid Rewards Points, and a free drink.
Cycad First Class Lounge SAA Johannesburg
The International Departures Cycad First Class Lounge at Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport is South African Airways flagship departures lounge and rivals the best international airline lounges in the world.
Voyager Lifetime Platinum and Platinum and First Class passengers can enjoy the luxury and tranquility of the new lounge. The area unites luxury, modernity and practicality with a touch of African opulence, which is evident in the fittings, furniture and other finishes.
Situated on the Mezzanine floor of the international departures terminal after passport control, the lounge can be accessed via the stairs, escalator or elevator on the way to the A Gates.
While the design of the lounge offers a dramatic change from the previous look and feel, it remains true to SAA’s uniquely South African heritage and African roots.
The lounge includes a spectacular view of the ORTIA runway. Other luxuries include rest (snooze) rooms, rainfall showers for indulgence, an enclosed cigar lounge, an audio-visual entertainment room, dedicated internet, built-in private entertainment screens and private boardrooms. The lounge’s runway view is complemented by chic furnishings. There is an à la carte menu which offers a range of sophisticated food options and a fully serviced bar.
On your day of travel, you can enjoy access to the Cycad First Class Lounge at O.R. Tambo International Airport or Cape Town International Airport if you are travelling on SAA, or are a Star Alliance member, and are also a:
SAA Voyager Lifetime Platinum or Platinum Card holder (you are welcome to bring two guests);
Lufthansa HON Circle Member (you are welcome to bring one guest);
Lufthansa First Class passenger (you are welcome to bring one guest);
Thai Airways First Class passenger.
Voyager Lifetime Platinum and Platinum and First Class passengers can enjoy the luxury and tranquility of the new lounge. The area unites luxury, modernity and practicality with a touch of African opulence, which is evident in the fittings, furniture and other finishes.
Situated on the Mezzanine floor of the international departures terminal after passport control, the lounge can be accessed via the stairs, escalator or elevator on the way to the A Gates.
While the design of the lounge offers a dramatic change from the previous look and feel, it remains true to SAA’s uniquely South African heritage and African roots.
The lounge includes a spectacular view of the ORTIA runway. Other luxuries include rest (snooze) rooms, rainfall showers for indulgence, an enclosed cigar lounge, an audio-visual entertainment room, dedicated internet, built-in private entertainment screens and private boardrooms. The lounge’s runway view is complemented by chic furnishings. There is an à la carte menu which offers a range of sophisticated food options and a fully serviced bar.
On your day of travel, you can enjoy access to the Cycad First Class Lounge at O.R. Tambo International Airport or Cape Town International Airport if you are travelling on SAA, or are a Star Alliance member, and are also a:
SAA Voyager Lifetime Platinum or Platinum Card holder (you are welcome to bring two guests);
Lufthansa HON Circle Member (you are welcome to bring one guest);
Lufthansa First Class passenger (you are welcome to bring one guest);
Thai Airways First Class passenger.
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