Lufthansa is taking Business Class dining to new heights with an upgraded meal service on short and medium-haul flights, set to launch on February 26. Designed to provide greater variety, premium ingredients, and enhanced sustainability, the new catering concept introduces more choices for passengers, including an expanded selection of hot and cold dishes.
A Refined Culinary Experience
The updated menu has been developed in collaboration with celebrity chef Johann Lafer, Lufthansa’s culinary teams, and catering partner Gate Gourmet. It brings together local flavors and European influences, ensuring a diverse and high-quality dining experience.
- On flights of around two hours, Business Class passengers can now choose from an expanded range of vegetarian and non-vegetarian cold dishes.
- On flights of three hours or more, the number of hot meal options increases from two to three, offering greater flexibility for travelers.
By incorporating regional ingredients and sustainable sourcing, Lufthansa aims to elevate in-flight dining while reducing food waste.
Pre-Select: Personalized Dining Before Takeoff
Lufthansa passengers can now pre-order their meals before their flight with the “Pre-Select” service, available free of charge for flights lasting more than two hours. This feature allows travelers to choose from up to nine hot dishes, ensuring they get their preferred meal while helping Lufthansa optimize food planning.
Benefits of Pre-Select:
✔️ More meal choices tailored to individual preferences
✔️ Reduced food waste through precise meal planning
✔️ More sustainable operations by minimizing overstocking
The success of this initiative on SWISS flights has paved the way for its introduction on Lufthansa, with Austrian Airlines set to follow soon.
Commitment to Sustainability & Quality
Lufthansa is prioritizing regional sourcing and sustainability in its updated meal offerings.
“We made a conscious decision to use local and selected European products. Lufthansa guests can look forward to a new treat for the palate.”
– Heiko Reitz, Chief Customer Officer, Lufthansa Airlines
This focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients ensures that Business Class passengers enjoy a refined and memorable dining experience, whether on a short journey or a longer European flight.
Elevating the Lufthansa Experience
Caroline Drischel, Senior Vice President Customer Journey Lufthansa Group, highlights how these changes reflect the airline’s commitment to passenger satisfaction:
“The introduction of ‘Pre-Select’ on Lufthansa’s short and medium-haul routes underlines our ongoing efforts to offer our guests a consistently high-quality and uniform travel experience.”
With these enhancements, Lufthansa continues to position itself as a leader in premium in-flight service, delivering exceptional dining, convenience, and sustainability to Business Class travelers across Europe.
