Lufthansa Introduces Up to $77 Surcharge for Environmental Costs

New fees will help cover rising expenses from sustainable aviation fuel and regulatory requirements.

Charges apply to flights from the EU, UK, Norway, and Switzerland starting January 1, 2025.
Fees range from €1 to €72 ($77) based on route and fare.
EU mandates airlines use at least 2% sustainable aviation fuel by 2025.
Lufthansa follows France-KLM in adding surcharges for green fuel.
Sustainable aviation fuel costs expected to increase significantly over time.