Can I use United miles to upgrade on Lufthansa?


Can I use United miles to upgrade on Lufthansa? Because Lufthansa is a Star Alliance partner, you can use your United miles to book a First Class award in the airline's most celebrated cabin. In fact, Lufthansa offers one of the best first-class products in the world, and it's obtainable to book for a fraction of the price, thanks to travel rewards.


Is it worth upgrading to business class on Lufthansa?

Lufthansa's newest business class is so fresh that it's operating on a few flights only. However, if you can find them, they're worth taking. Not only is the seating configuration better — allowing those with a window to access the aisle without clambering over a neighbor — its seats are also larger.


Can United passengers use Lufthansa lounge?

Not a problem with a stopover in the Lufthansa Welcome Lounge. First and Business Class passengers as well as status customers and United Airlines Global Services Card members can enjoy use of these lounge services provided that they have arrived in Frankfurt on a selected flight.


How to get an upgrade on Lufthansa?

An upgrade can be booked from 360 days prior to the flight and at the latest 24 hours before departure. During this time, call up your journey online under My Bookings. The system checks automatically which of your flights qualifies for an upgrade. Then click on the Upgrade link.


Does United status get you upgrades on Lufthansa?

You can make upgrade requests for Lufthansa-operated flights beginning 331 days before departure until 10 hours before departure. If upgrade space is available at the time of the request and you choose to confirm the upgrade, United will automatically deduct PlusPoints from your MileagePlus account.


How to get upgraded to Lufthansa business class?

An upgrade can be booked from 360 days prior to the flight and at the latest 24 hours before departure. During this time, call up your journey online under My Bookings. The system checks automatically which of your flights qualifies for an upgrade. Then click on the Upgrade link.


Is it cheaper to upgrade to business class on the day of flight?

It depends on the airline you're flying with, but it is generally cheaper to upgrade to business class at the airport than it is to book a business class ticket from the outset. To upgrade at the airport, you will need to ask about availability and then pay the difference in fare.


How much does it cost to upgrade to Lufthansa premium economy?

Lufthansa sells upgrades to premium economy via both auctions and flat fees ranging from several days prior to departure to at the ticket counter on the day of departure. Fee-based upgrades start around $400 and vary by the length of the flight and route.