Returning a bit to its roots as a discount carrier, AirBerlin is introducing a number of new fares starting May 5 (with some previews already for lucky travelers). The key one for bargain hunters is called JustFly; it comes with a seat and that’s it. You get one carry-on, no checked bags and access to 1,000,000 seats on short to medium European flights starting at 44€ each.
It’s part of AirBerlin’s turnaround strategy; after its development into a full-scale carrier and OneWorld member, it’s found tough sledding financially. It’s benefiting these days from a hefty investment and partnership with Etihad.
DETAILS from Business Travel News, and a quick GRAPHIC from AirBerlin
Has anyone ever flown with AirBerlin? I have an opportunity to use them this fall and was curious what others experiences might have been.
I’ve seen comments elsewhere that their international service took a long time to shake off the discount heritage (maybe that wasn’t a good idea for them?) and that they seem now like a “standard” airline.
I’ll let you know my answer in July; we’re on a July 5 JFK-Berlin flight (an A330) and then a week later to Vienna (I believe that one’s an A320).