Lufthansa Tightens Miles & More Perks: 50% Bonus Fades as New Bundled Deal Signals Shift

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Lufthansa’s Miles & More program is shifting gears, quietly reducing its popular 50% Bundle&Go bonus to just 30%. The move signals a more cautious approach to rewarding loyal travelers.

With limited options to earn miles outside of bookings, members face tough choices. A one-time 50% deal may return—but only for those who commit early to the downgraded offer.

From 50% to 30%

Lufthansa’s Miles & More has reduced its Bundle&Go bonus from 50% to 30%, signaling a shift in how the airline rewards loyal travelers. The lower rate makes mile accumulation less appealing for those used to richer incentives.

In the following tweet, it’s noted that accepting the 30% bonus now gives access to a 15-day window next month for a 50% deal—making the full bonus conditional and no longer standard:

As options stay limited, Bundle&Go or an Axis card remain the only viable paths.

The New Catch

Though the 50% bonus hasn’t disappeared entirely, Lufthansa is making it harder to access. Travelers who accept the current 30% Bundle&Go offer are promised exclusive access to a 50% deal next month—but only during a 15-day window.

The post below outlines how this new structure signals a move away from standard, year-round bonuses:

Lufthansa appears to be testing loyalty behavior while transitioning to more restrictive reward models.

As the post indicates, Lufthansa will introduce dynamic pricing on June 3, adding urgency to these limited-time bundles.

Limited Earning Paths

Miles & More remains cut off from major transfer ecosystems like Amex, Chase, or Capital One, limiting how travelers earn miles outside of direct purchases.

As highlighted in the video below, many users are frustrated with the shrinking value of the program:

With few alternatives beyond Bundle&Go or an Axis card, Lufthansa risks alienating collectors seeking more flexibility.