After a temporary suspension of the Rail & Fly program, the combined train and flight ticket is now available again to passengers of the Lufthansa subsidiary Eurowings. As Deutsche Bahn announced last Friday, travelers can now once again use the offer when booking a flight through Eurowings, which allows flexible travel to German airports. This decision marks an important step towards restoring convenience and flexibility for passengers who have already benefited from this service for over 30 years.
Rail & Fly allows travelers to travel by train from one of the 5.600 train stations in Germany to the airport and back again. This offer can be added directly when booking a Eurowings flight via the website or app, or subsequently via the "My Trip" section on eurowings.com. The product is therefore aimed particularly at passengers who value flexible and easy connections between their home and departure airport.
After purchasing a flight ticket, travelers will receive a voucher code for Rail & Fly along with the booking confirmation. This code can be converted into a train ticket in just a few steps on the eurowings.bahnanreise.de platform. Passengers can then independently select the appropriate train connection, and are free to use both local and long-distance trains operated by Deutsche Bahn.
Additional benefits for travelers
For passengers travelling in first class, Rail & Fly offers a number of additional benefits, including free seat reservation, guaranteed subject to availability, and access to DB Lounges at selected stations. These extras aim to provide travellers with a more comfortable and smoother travel experience.
The option of loading train tickets into the DB Navigator provides additional convenience. By integrating them into the app, travelers can access real-time information about their connection and react flexibly in the event of delays or changes. This is particularly beneficial for travelers who value digital solutions and simple organization.
Background of the temporary suspension
The Rail & Fly program was temporarily suspended for Eurowings passengers. According to reports from the specialist portal "schiene.de", there were internal coordination problems, but these have now been resolved. By resuming the service, Eurowings is strengthening its position as a customer-friendly airline that allows travelers to plan their journey conveniently and flexibly.
Deutsche Bahn emphasizes that Rail & Fly is offered by around 50 airlines, including major international airlines as well as regional providers. The cooperation between the airlines and Deutsche Bahn is seen as an example of successful networking of different modes of transport, which provides passengers with a simple and practical connection to airports.
A proven concept with a future
Over the past few decades, Rail & Fly has established itself as a popular option for travelers who value not only convenient connections but also uncomplicated processing. The resumption of the service by Eurowings is likely to be received positively, especially by passengers who live and fly in Germany.
The seamless transition from rail to air is not only practical, but also economically attractive. The cooperation often allows passengers to travel more cheaply than if they were to purchase separate train and flight tickets. The flexible handling of the offer - both when booking and when choosing connections - makes Rail & Fly a valuable addition for airlines that want to tailor their services to the needs of modern travelers.
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