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Edelweiss Air Business Class on the A340-300
From $1,800 · save 55% · current a350 (ex-latam): 2-2-2 forward-facing, 180° lie-flat. new a350 config arriving later in 2026: 1-2-1 thompson vantagexl+, 4 front-row "biz-plus" suites. a340 (being phased out): older 2-2-2 lie-flat.
Quick answers
At a glance
Does Edelweiss Air fly the A340-300?
Yes — the Airbus A340-300 is part of Edelweiss Air's fleet. Business Class on this aircraft delivers current a350 (ex-latam): 2-2-2 forward-facing, 180° lie-flat. new a350 config arriving later in 2026: 1-2-1 thompson vantagexl+, 4 front-row "biz-plus" suites. a340 (being phased out): older 2-2-2 lie-flat, with seat width 23 inches (current A350, ex-LATAM config) and length 74 inch pitch (current A350); 39in+ pitch confirmed for the new incoming config.
What is Edelweiss Air business class like on the A340-300?
Business Class: Current A350 (ex-LATAM): 2-2-2 forward-facing, 180° lie-flat. New A350 config arriving later in 2026: 1-2-1 Thompson VantageXL+, 4 front-row "biz-plus" suites. A340 (being phased out): older 2-2-2 lie-flat. Older four-engine widebody. Most operators retired this aircraft; small fleets remain at Lufthansa, SAA, and others. Premium cabins are typically older 2-2-2 configurations.
How much can I save flying Edelweiss Air on the A340-300?
Consolidator fares from $1,800 — about 55% below published retail. You earn full Miles & More miles.
At a glance
Edelweiss Air A340-300 — quick reference
| Aircraft | Airbus Airbus A340-300 |
|---|---|
| Body type | Twin-aisle widebody |
| Cabin product | Business Class — current a350 (ex-latam): 2-2-2 forward-facing, 180° lie-flat. new a350 config arriving later in 2026: 1-2-1 thompson vantagexl+, 4 front-row "biz-plus" suites. a340 (being phased out): older 2-2-2 lie-flat |
| Seat dimensions | Width 23 inches (current A350, ex-LATAM config) · length 74 inch pitch (current A350); 39in+ pitch confirmed for the new incoming config |
| Consolidator fare from | $1,800 (about 55% below published) |
| Loyalty program | Miles & More |
| Last verified | 2026-05-03 |
Cabin product
Edelweiss Air business class on the A340-300
Edelweiss Air is Swiss International Air Lines' leisure subsidiary within the Lufthansa Group, flying from Zurich to 65 sun and long-haul holiday destinations. The airline is actively retiring its older A340-300s in favor of the Airbus A350-900 — current A350s (ex-LATAM aircraft) fly a wide 2-2-2 forward-facing lie-flat seat, with an even newer 1-2-1 configuration featuring Thompson VantageXL+ suites arriving later in 2026.
About the A340-300: Older four-engine widebody. Most operators retired this aircraft; small fleets remain at Lufthansa, SAA, and others. Premium cabins are typically older 2-2-2 configurations.
A340-300 strengths
Why the A340-300 works for premium cabin
- Long range — supports ultra-long-haul routes that newer twin-engines can match
- Mature airframe with strong dispatch reliability
Caveats
Things to verify before booking A340-300
- Older cabin pressurization than 787 or A350
- Most operators flying older 2-2-2 Business cabins on this metal
- Four-engine fuel inefficiency — fleet retiring across the industry
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Booking strategy
How to book Edelweiss Air on the A340-300
Verify the actual aircraft on your flight
Aircraft type is shown on your booking confirmation but operational substitutions happen — older or newer metal sometimes replaces the scheduled aircraft. Confirm the assigned aircraft 24-48 hours before departure via the airline app or operational status page; if the substitution downgrades cabin product, we can request reseat or recompensation.
Pick the right route for this aircraft
Widebody A340-300 routes are typically the long-haul flagships — that's where Edelweiss Air concentrates its newest cabin product. The shorter routes within the fleet may use older retrofit configs with smaller seats and fewer amenities.
Time-of-day matters
On overnight long-haul flights, the A340-300 cabin product directly affects sleep quality. Widebody humidity and noise levels at cruise are notably better than narrow-body equivalents. Departure-time selection (avoiding 4-6am arrivals) compounds the cabin investment.
Loyalty earning
All consolidator fares are regular Edelweiss Air tickets booked under your name — you earn full Miles & More miles, status credits, and elite-tier benefits. Business class typically earns 100-125% of distance flown.
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Or browse the standard Edelweiss Air page
For the full airline guide — cabin details across all fleet types, top routes, lounges, and ratings sources — see the standard Edelweiss Air page. The pricing and consolidator inventory is the same; this page focuses on the A340-300-specific cabin context.
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