Tourexpi
The Lufthansa Group is enhancing its digital booking
experience with new flexible payment options enabled through a partnership with
Klarna and Adyen. From mid-November 2025, customers in Germany, Austria,
Belgium, Switzerland and selected additional markets will gain access to
Klarna’s Pay Later and Financing services, supported by Adyen’s global payments
infrastructure. The collaboration strengthens the Group’s focus on convenience,
transparency and customer choice.
Flexible options alongside traditional payment methods
Until now, travellers primarily used the one-time “Pay
in Full” option when booking their flights. With the new integration, they can
choose to pay for their journey after a set period or spread higher-value
bookings over longer instalments. The feature is designed to offer greater
financial flexibility without compromising the simplicity of the booking
process.
Oliver Schmitt, Managing Director Lufthansa Group
Digital Hangar, emphasised that the new partnership reflects the Group’s
ongoing commitment to a seamless customer experience. David Sykes, Chief
Commercial Officer at Klarna, noted that flexible payments help travellers book
with greater confidence, while Alexa von Bismarck, President EMEA at Adyen,
highlighted the strength of combining Adyen’s global payments network with
Klarna’s solutions.
Gradual rollout across the Lufthansa Group network
The introduction of Klarna’s payment services begins
in mid-November across key Lufthansa Group markets, with additional markets to
follow. By the end of the second quarter of 2026, the offering will be
available across all Lufthansa Group Network Airlines, including Lufthansa,
Austrian Airlines, SWISS and Brussels Airlines.
The new collaboration aims to reimagine the digital
checkout process for travellers—bringing more choice and flexibility to one of
the most important parts of the customer journey.
Image Credit: © Lufthansa Group
The most interesting news
Read the News

Hilton to double Morocco portfolio with 15 new hotels and Waldorf Astoria debut
Expansion across ten brands signals strong growth in luxury and lifestyle segments
Read the News

Tour of Türkiye gains global stature as showcase for sports tourism
UEC official highlights rising international profile and growing appeal for travellers
Read the News

Radisson advances Net Zero strategy with verified hotels and 2025 report
Responsible Business Report highlights measurable progress across people, communities and climate goals
Read the News

Rafael Bonachela premieres ‘Pulso’ on EUROPA 2, launching new collaboration
World premiere at sea marks start of continued partnership with Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
Read the News

Lufthansa introduces stopover programme with Munich as first hub
Flexible stays of up to seven days now available on Singapore and U.S. routes
Read the News

Middle East travel sector outpaces global growth as Saudi Arabia leads expansion
WTTC data highlights strong regional momentum driven by international demand and business travel
Read the News

TUI Policy Lounge highlights travel trends and regulatory challenges in Europe
Industry leaders call for aligned policies to support a resilient tourism sector
Read the News

Ryanair to close Berlin base and cut capacity amid rising costs
Airline plans to redeploy seven aircraft as fees and taxes weigh on traffic recovery
Read the News

Lufthansa unveils new uniform designed with BOSS for its centenary
Rollout from Q4 2026 signals brand renewal and premium positioning
Read the News

GNTB promotes IGA 2027 Ruhr Area in over 30 international markets
International Garden Exhibition positioned as key tourism driver for Germany
Read the News

Rising jet fuel costs push air fares higher, IATA warns
Middle East traffic slump weighs on global growth despite steady demand
Read the News

IHG partners with PAYBACK to expand rewards for German travellers
Guests can now earn PAYBACK points across more than 7,000 hotels worldwide
Read the News

Eurowings unveils travel-inspired fashion collection with ABOUT YOU
Debut at Berlin Tempelhof blends aviation, lifestyle and runway aesthetics
Read the News

The Mora debuts in Asia with Singapore opening in 2026
TUI Hotels & Resorts brings its lifestyle luxury brand to a new region
Read the News

Agoda identifies Asia’s trending coastal destinations for early summer travel
Rising search volumes highlight growing demand for flexible seaside getaways
Read the News

Wego partners with Türkiye to enhance travel discovery for MENA travellers
New collaboration brings richer content and seamless trip planning to one platform
Read the News

IHG expands in Egypt with two Holiday Inn hotels in Aswan
New signings add 400 keys and mark brand entry into a key heritage destination
Read the News

Thailand advances tourism partnership with China during high-level visit
TAT outlines long-term strategy to boost high-value travel and bilateral growth
Read the News

Malaysia Healthcare strengthens Medan outreach as demand for second opinions grows
Indonesian patients continue to rely on Malaysia for accessible, high-quality treatment abroad
Read the News

TAT launches Thailand campaign with LISA and exclusive travel rewards
Nationwide initiative invites travellers to explore destinations and win limited-edition items
Read the News

Agoda highlights top five Labor Day destinations for 2026
Tokyo, Pattaya, Seoul, Osaka and Busan lead travel demand based on search data