Can I change my passenger name on Lufthansa?

While booking a flight ticket with Lufthansa, many passengers make some mistakes or enter the wrong details. After seeing the mistakes on the ticket, they must wonder, "Can I change passenger details on a flight?" then the airline offers the name change at relevant charges. To understand the airline's terms and conditions, you must read their policies. The following information is going to help you with the policies, procedures, and other related information.

Lufthansa Airlines Name Change Policy:

• The airline does not charge any fees for making changes within the first 24 hours of booking.
• If the name on the ticket does not match the provided document, then the passenger will not be allowed to board the flight.
• The passengers can not transfer their tickets to someone else as they are only allowed to make the correction.
• The name change is allowed only once per passenger.
• To change the name on a reward ticket, you have to contact Miles customer service.
• When the passenger changes their name officially after booking the ticket, then they have to provide a relevant document to change the name for free.

Modes to change the name on a flight ticket:

There are two quick modes available through which you can change the name on a flight ticket, and you can read the information below to learn about the process for using them:

Online name correction - To request a name change with Lufthansa, use the "Manage Booking" option on their website. You need to provide some details and will be able to easily make the changes of your choice by paying the relevant fees. The complete process to change the name online is mentioned below:

• Open the official website of Lufthansa on your device.
• Tap on the "My Bookings" section from the homepage.
• Then, you have to write down the "First and Last Name of the passenger" along with the "Booking code."
• Go to the option to change the name on the ticket.
• Make the corrections as per your choice and upload a relevant document for proof.
• Pay the penalty fees and save a copy of the new ticket.

Calling customer service - You can also call the airline's phone number to make any changes to the ticket. The executive is going to provide you with all the details and assist with the necessary changes. If you want to speak with a live person for name change, then go through the given instructions:

• Make a call to the Lufthansa's phone number.
• Choose the IVR option to change the name on the ticket.
• Wait until a live executive gets a hold of you.
• Share the flight details and mention the changes you wish to make.
• They will get you the relevant information and correct the name on the ticket.

How much does Lufthansa charge for making changes to the name?

Making changes on a Lufthansa flight is not free, as you have to pay some extra charges. To correct the name on the ticket, you are required to pay around $25. However, you can save yourself from paying the extra fees by correcting it within the first 24 hours of reservation. Passengers with group reservations can change their name free of cost until the ticket has been issued. Changing the name after the ticket has been issued will cost around 100 euros.

Is it necessary to enter the middle name on a Lufthansa flight?

Lufthansa does not require you to enter a middle name, while booking the flight ticket with them. If you have a middle name on a legal ID document, then it is recommended that your ticket should also contain it.