Lufthansa Adds First 787-9 Dreamliner for U.S. Routes
Lufthansa has taken delivery of its first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, marking a significant milestone in the airline’s long-haul fleet renewal strategy. The German carrier plans to introduce 10 of the aircraft at its Frankfurt hub in 2025, gradually phasing out older Airbus widebodies, including the four-engined A340-600.
The Boeing 787-9 will be deployed primarily on transatlantic services, reinforcing Lufthansa’s strong presence in the U.S. market. The aircraft’s advanced design and improved operating economics are expected to cut fuel burn by up to 25% compared with the quad-engined Airbus models it will replace.
The planned U.S. routes for the 787‑9 Lufthansa already operates 787‑9s on several North American routes from Frankfurt, including: Newark (EWR), Detroit (DTW), Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), Denver (DEN), Austin (AUS), Montreal (YUL).
The 787 Passenger Experience
For passengers, the Dreamliner promises a quieter cabin, larger windows, and enhanced onboard comfort. Lufthansa said the aircraft will play a central role in modernizing its long-haul product while supporting its sustainability goals.
Lufthansa’s first Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner equipped with the long-awaited Allegris business class has entered service. However, because the new seats are still awaiting final FAA certification, a significant portion of the premium cabin will initially be blocked from sale. Once certified, the Allegris layout will offer fully redesigned business suites, marking a major upgrade in Lufthansa’s long-haul product.
Initial deployment to North America To match the temporarily reduced premium capacity, Lufthansa will start the Allegris‑equipped 787‑9 on routes with lower business‑class demand — specifically Germany–Montreal. This allows the airline to put the aircraft into service while avoiding high‑yield markets that require full premium seating.
Lufthansa’s 787 Fleet
Lufthansa currently has five 787‑9s in service and around 15 more completed but stored in the U.S., awaiting certification. In total, the airline has 30 additional Dreamliners on order. The plan is to have all Allegris seats certified and available for sale by the end of 2025.
An interesting detail in Lufthansa Group’s widebody fleet strategy is the acquisition of five Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners originally built for Hainan Airlines in 2023. These aircraft retained much of their original interior configuration when delivered and were subsequently transferred to Austrian Airlines the same year. Lufthansa is operating the aircraft type for the first time in 2025.
The airline has committed to integrating new-generation aircraft to reduce emissions and improve efficiency across its operations. With more Dreamliners set to arrive in the months ahead, Lufthansa is positioning itself to compete more effectively on key transatlantic routes while retiring less efficient aircraft from its fleet.
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