Lufthansa CityLine

Lufthansa CityLine is a regional carrier that operates short‑haul services on behalf of Lufthansa, functioning as a full‑service regional arm rather than a low‑cost carrier. From a traveler’s perspective it provides frequent feeder flights into Lufthansa’s Frankfurt and Munich hubs and integrates into the broader Lufthansa Group and Star Alliance network, so bookings, benefits, and ground services follow Lufthansa’s full‑service rules and standards.

Miles & More - Lufthansa CityLine's Frequent Flyer Program

Flights operated by CityLine are eligible to earn Miles & More miles and status credit when booked under Lufthansa/LH flight numbers; award and status miles earned depend on the fare class of your ticket. Miles & More’s tier structure includes levels such as Frequent Traveller, Senator, and HON Circle, and CityLine flights are valuable to credit when you are pursuing Lufthansa Group status or redeeming within Miles & More. Major partners to consider are Lufthansa and the wider Star Alliance member airlines, and the program is generally worth crediting to if you collect Miles & More points or chase status within the Lufthansa Group.

Where Lufthansa CityLine Flies

CityLine operates as Lufthansa’s regional feeder airline from the carrier’s major hubs, notably Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich (MUC), flying primarily domestic German and short‑ to medium‑haul European routes that connect into Lufthansa’s long‑haul network. Its schedule is focused on frequent, high‑frequency regional links and feeder flights into the mainline Lufthansa hubs; passengers can usually connect onward on Lufthansa and Star Alliance partners through codeshares and the group’s route network.

Hubs

• Frankfurt Airport · FRA
• Munich Airport · MUC

Aircraft and Cabin Classes

Lufthansa CityLine operates regional jet types, including Canadair Regional Jets and Embraer E‑Jet family aircraft, configured for short‑haul European and domestic routes. Cabins are arranged for short‑haul service: most flights offer a single‑aisle, economy-style layout, while some aircraft and services are marketed with a small business-class section on European routes; there are no long‑haul lie‑flat seats or premium long‑haul amenities.

Aircraft types operated: Canadair Regional Jet, E-Jet

Tips for Flying Lufthansa CityLine

• CityLine flights are marketed and sold under Lufthansa flight numbers, so check your LH flight number and Lufthansa rules for check-in and baggage.
• Credit eligible flights to Miles & More to collect award and status miles - the number of miles depends on fare class, so confirm earning rates at booking.
• Seat selection and pre-reserved seats may be free for higher fare buckets or Miles & More elites but can incur fees on lower-priced regional fares.
• Lounge access on the ground follows Lufthansa and Miles & More rules - you generally need a qualifying ticket class or status to enter lounges on short‑haul CityLine services.