Lufthansa to re-link Bavarian Hub and Tel Aviv

Lufthansa today announced that subject to government approval, it will expand its capacity to Israel this spring with the introduction of four weekly flights between Munich and Tel Aviv beginning April 26, 2009. The new service complements Lufthansa's existing double-daily service from Frankfurt to Tel Aviv, providing U.S. travelers with even more connectivity options through Munich's award-winning airport. From Munich, North American travelers can connect to 107 destinations in 38 countries.

The new Munich – Tel Aviv route will be operated by a 221-seat Airbus A340-300, offering eight First Class, 48 Business Class and 165 Economy Class seats for a total of 884 additional seats per week between Europe and Israel. The flight will depart on Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from Munich and will feature Lufthansa's new in-flight personal entertainment screens in Economy Class, the longest bed in Business Class at six feet six inches, and a premium First Class service that includes access to Lufthansa's renowned First Class Lounges.

"For over 40 years, Lufthansa has served as a bridge between Germany and Israel, connecting it with millions of travelers from all corners of the globe. We are thrilled to extend this bridge even further and provide our North American travelers with even more options for traveling to Israel," said Jens Bischof, Vice President, the Americas at Lufthansa.

Travelers departing from Lufthansa's Charlotte and JFK gateways can take advantage of 1.5-hour connections in Munich to the new Tel-Aviv route. Lufthansa currently offers daily nonstop service to Munich in three classes from both airports.

Last year, Munich Airport was named "Best Airport in Europe" by the World Airport Awards for the fourth straight year.

About Lufthansa
One of the world's largest airlines, Lufthansa flies to 194 destinations in 79 countries, including 22 North American gateways. Lufthansa has hubs in Munich, Frankfurt, and, with its 2005 acquisition of SWISS into its portfolio, Zurich. Together with its partners, Lufthansa serves 416 destinations in approximately 100 countries. It is the largest European airline serving Tel Aviv. Whether first time visitors, pilgrims, travel agents, or youth on exchange trips, Lufthansa is instrumental in bringing all four corners of the world to Israel to showcase its importance as a destination. Throughout its 40 years of operations in Israel, Lufthansa has been steadfast in its commitment to maintain and expand service in connecting Israel with Europe and the world. For more information or reservations, visit www.lufthansa.com

February 19, 2009   Posted in: Airlines & Railways