Lufthansa Brings Back Oktoberfest Flights In 2022

Some of the fun is coming to the skies with the start of the festival in Germany.

Lufthansa’s special flights with Oktoberfest crews

The tradition of special flights with crews wearing dirndls and lederhosen has been going on for 16 years. Specifically, that's right.

• On September 15 (today), these crews are operating flights from Munich (MUC) to Rio de Janeiro (GIG) and San Diego (SAN)
• On September 26, these crews are operating flights from Munich (MUC) to Boston (BOS) and New York (JFK)
• In addition to that, these crews will work select routes from Munich within Europe, though the schedule for those special flights isn’t published

The crews will be wearing new clothing for the first time in five years. The dirndls have silver woven flowers with a color coordinated apron and metal clasp, while the lederhosen have a classically cut waistcoat.

Lufthansa Oktoberfest goodies in lounges and onboard

There are other ways to get into the spirit of the festival. Bavarian specialties will be served in first and business class on flights fromMunich. Guests will receive roasted almonds and chocolate.

Leberks, pretzels, and Weiwrste will be served in the business lounge of the airport. There will be a festive soup, roasted duck, and homemade apple strudel on the menu at the First Class lounge.

The celebration is on as usual with the start of the festival. Special flights operated by crews wearing traditional uniforms and meals in first and business class are included.

Please report back if you took a Lufthansa flight in the coming weeks.