Lufthansa Brings Its New Allegris Cabins to Three New U.S. Destinations

Lufthansa is expanding its new Allegris cabin experience to more North American destinations, with flights to and from Newark (EWR), Charlotte (CLT), and San Diego (SAN) joining the roster.

The German airline introduced its highly anticipated Allegris product on newly delivered Airbus A350s last spring. Currently, nine Airbus A350-900s feature the new interiors, including six equipped with the airline’s all-new First Class suites. All these aircraft are based in Munich (MUC).

Photo: Allegris Business Class. Courtesy of Lufthansa

Lufthansa’s deployment of Allegris-equipped aircraft has evolved with seasonal changes. When first launched, flights operated to Vancouver (YVR), followed by Toronto (YYZ), Montreal (YUL), and Chicago (ORD) in the summer. During the current winter schedule, these aircraft have been serving Bangalore (BLR), Beijing (PEK), Cape Town (CPT), Chicago (ORD), Mumbai (BOM), New York (JFK), and Shanghai (PVG).

New Allegris Destinations

A fresh wave of destinations will begin on March 30, with an increasing presence in the U.S. Lufthansa has already announced San Francisco (SFO) as a new route, also launching on March 30, with San Diego (SAN) now confirmed for the same date.

Additionally, flights to New York (JFK) will shift to Newark (EWR) starting April 15, aligning with the August debut of Lufthansa’s first Allegris lounge there.

Photo: Allegris Business Class Front Row Suites. Courtesy of Lufthansa

This lounge serves as a model for future redesigns at Washington Dulles (IAD) and JFK. Meanwhile, Charlotte (CLT) will receive Allegris-equipped flights beginning in August.

With these new U.S. routes, Lufthansa will discontinue Allegris flights to Beijing, Mumbai, and Cape Town this spring and summer.

“I am delighted that we are offering our guests Lufthansa Allegris on more and more routes. For flights to the USA alone, customers can choose between five destinations from Munich,” said Heiko Reitz, Lufthansa’s Chief Customer Officer.

Photo: Lufthansa, First Airbus A350 with Allegris cabin. Courtesy of Lufthansa

Not all flights on these routes will feature Allegris cabins, as some will still be operated by aircraft with older interiors. Lufthansa’s website flags Allegris-equipped flights with a label reading “Allegris: New seat concept,” though last-minute aircraft swaps remain a possibility.

The Allegris Business Class Experience

Lufthansa’s Allegris business class introduces five distinct seat types, replacing the airline’s outdated configuration. However, passengers will need to pay extra to secure the most coveted seats.

Among the 38 business class seats on the Allegris A350:

• 12 Classic seats: Lie-flat seats with a footwell, located in the aisle or middle of the cabin. These are free to reserve and feature “virtual windows” displaying real-time exterior shots.
• 10 Privacy seats: Positioned along the windows with high walls for added seclusion. Two can accommodate bassinets. These seats cost between €100 ($104) and €170 ($177), though Miles & More HON Circle and Senator members, as well as Business Flex ticket holders, can reserve them for free.
• 4 Extra Space (Throne) seats: Located in the center, these seats offer increased storage and larger entertainment screens. They are free for HON and Senator members but cost between €130 ($135) and €230 ($239) for other passengers.
• 4 Extra Long Bed seats: Stretching to 2.2 meters (7 feet 2 inches) when fully reclined, these are available at no cost to HON Circle members, while others pay between €100 ($104) and €170 ($177).
• 8 Suites: Featuring high walls, privacy doors, extended legroom, larger screens, and personal wardrobes. The two middle suites can be combined into a double suite. All passengers must pay between €400 ($417) and €600 ($625) per person to reserve these.

Allegris business class seats also feature personal climate control, including adjustable seat heating and cooling, all managed via a touchscreen tablet.

Customer response has been overwhelmingly positive, with Lufthansa reporting satisfaction rates above 90 percent. The Allegris cabins won the International Design Award in 2024 and the German Design Award in 2025.

First Class and Future Expansion

Some Allegris-equipped A350s also feature Lufthansa’s revamped First Class, comprising three opulent suites. These include full-height leather walls, lockable doors, wide bench-like seats that transform into a 1-meter-wide (3-foot-3-inch) bed, personal wardrobes, and elegant reading lamps.

Photo: Courtesy of Lufthansa

Lufthansa is steadily retrofitting more aircraft with Allegris interiors, aiming to have 30 jets equipped by the end of 2025 and its entire long-haul fleet upgraded by 2027.

The Allegris cabins will be installed on 80 new aircraft, including Boeing 787-9s, 777-9s, A350s, and 747-8s.

However, this timeline may be overly ambitious. Lufthansa had expected 15 Boeing 787 Dreamliners in 2024 but did not receive any due to Boeing’s internal delays. While the airline hopes for deliveries in 2025, at least six Dreamliners have been equipped with Allegris business class seats that the FAA has yet to certify.

Photo: Allegris Business Class. Courtesy of Lufthansa

Reports suggest the seats may have failed required crash safety tests, though details remain unclear.

Meanwhile, Lufthansa’s A350 Allegris cabins, manufactured by Thompson Aero, have already received certification, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s ongoing fleet transformation.