To be clear, I don’t have the answer, I’m just hoping to crowdsource here, as I’m wondering if I’m missing anything…
I’m hoping to fly Lufthansa Allegris first class!
Lufthansa recently launched its new Allegris first class, available exclusively on select Airbus A350-900s based in Munich. While I’ve reviewed Lufthansa’s Allegris business class, I’d really like to check out the carrier’s A350 first class.
Obviously I like to stay on top of the latest premium cabin developments, and that includes trying first class cabins from each carrier periodically. Lufthansa’s A350 first class is an unusual product, given the 1-1-1 layout, with the center suite being able to accommodate up to two people (though rather snuggly, by all accounts).
I also like to keep updated rankings of the world’s best first class, so I need to update Lufthansa’s position on that list. I’m pretty resourceful when it comes to miles & points, though unfortunately Lufthansa Allegris first class poses a unique challenge. The airline isn’t allowing award redemptions in first class, and I don’t see any practical way to upgrade, at least in a way that’s a good value.
Therefore I’m realizing that… *gasp* I’ll just have to book a first class ticket with cash.
What’s the best Lufthansa Allegris first class fare?
The cost of airline tickets can vary massively based on where you’re originating. For example, the easiest way for me to experience Lufthansa Allegris first class would be to fly one-way from Chicago to Munich for $15,508… that’s just a bit over my budget, though. 😉
So far, the best one-way fare that I’ve found that incorporates a long haul segment in Lufthansa Allegris first class is from Sofia to Bangalore via Munich for $4,820. That’s obviously much better, but still a lot of money to spend.
Now, the roundtrip fare in first class in that market is $6,450, so incrementally, you’re paying a lot less for the return. Often there’s also a possibility to fly one direction in first class and one direction in economy, and incorporate half of the roundtrip fare in each direction, so that’s potentially a better value (though I’m not sure that’s possible here).
I’d love to find a fare a bit better than the above, so I’m curious, is there anything I’m missing? Ideally it would be a ticket that’s fairly straightforward to book, so that I could use credit card points through the Amex or Chase portal to essentially make this an indirect award booking with points. But I’m also open to something more complicated.
I’m potentially ready to fly Lufthansa Allegris first class ASAP, so if anyone has anything good, you can expect a review very soon!
Bottom line
I’m hoping to try the new Lufthansa Allegris first class product, though I’m struggling to find any sort of a good value. With mileage redemptions being blocked and the limited number of routes, I’m not finding anything great. If any OMAAT readers can think of any good fares that I’m missing, please let me know…
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