As a founding member of Star Alliance, Lufthansa offers innumerable advantages in the world's biggest global network. Its regional strategy under the Lufthansa Regional brand connects Europe's regions with one another and with the world beyond.

Yes, Lufthansa is not only a member of the Star Alliance, but it was also one of its five founding members when the alliance was established in May 1997. As Germany's flagship carrier, Lufthansa serves as a massive cornerstone for the alliance’s European operations, with its primary hubs in Frankfurt and Munich acting as major gateways for the entire network. In 2026, the partnership is stronger than ever; being part of Star Alliance allows Lufthansa passengers to enjoy seamless connections, through-checked baggage, and reciprocal lounge access with 25 other global airlines, including United, Air Canada, ANA, and Singapore Airlines. Furthermore, all of Lufthansa’s regional subsidiaries, such as Lufthansa City Airlines and Lufthansa CityLine, are also integrated into the Star Alliance network. This means that if you hold elite status with any Star Alliance airline, you are entitled to benefits like priority boarding and extra baggage allowance on any Lufthansa-operated flight, from a short hop within Germany to a long-haul flight across the Atlantic.