Swedish fintech company Klarna announces new multi-market partnership with Lufthansa Group, enabling flexible payments for travellers across Europe and the US.
The agreement with the European airline group builds on Klarna’s integration with Adyen, the financial technology platform for businesses.
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Adyen EMEA president Alexa von Bismarck said: “We’re proud to support Lufthansa Group with our technology and global payments network.
“By combining Adyen’s reliable infrastructure with Klarna’s innovative payment solutions, Lufthansa Group customers will benefit from a smooth and flexible checkout experience.”
From this month, Lufthansa Group customers will have access to Klarna’s flexible payment options at checkout when booking travel.
This integration allows travellers to choose whether to pay in full, pay later, or spread the cost of their journey over time, offering greater control and convenience.
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By GlobalDataKlarna chief commercial officer David Sykes said: “Travel is one of the most meaningful investments people make.
“Together, we’re giving travellers the confidence to book their trips their way—with more flexibility, transparency, and choice than ever before.”
Initially, the new payment options will be available to customers in Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, and the US.
The rollout began across Lufthansa Group’s home markets and select additional markets, with plans to expand across all Lufthansa network airlines by the end of Q2 2026.
Klarna said that the partnership adds Lufthansa Group to its growing list of travel brands, including Airbnb, Expedia, Booking.com, and Hotels.com.
Lufthansa Group digital customer solutions head Oliver Schmitt said: “At Lufthansa Group, we put the needs and a convenient booking experience of our customers at the centre of everything we do.
“By leveraging our digital capabilities and partnering with Klarna and Adyen, we can now offer greater choice and flexibility in how customers pay for their journeys.”
In July this year, Klarna Financial Services UK (KFSUK) secured an authorisation from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to operate as an Electronic Money Institution (EMI).
