Lufthansa offers a flexible cancellation policy that depends largely on the type of ticket purchased. One of the key features is their 24-hour cancellation rule, which allows passengers to cancel any booking within 24 hours of purchase without paying a fee, as long as the flight is scheduled to depart at least seven days later. After this period, whether a cancellation is allowed and whether a refund is possible depends on the fare conditions. Economy Light and other non-refundable fares generally do not allow refunds, except for government taxes or airport fees. On the other hand, refundable or flexible fares in Economy, Premium Economy, Business, or First Class allow cancellations, sometimes with a fee depending on the fare rules. Fully flexible fares typically allow free cancellations at any time before departure. If Lufthansa cancels the flight, passengers are automatically entitled to a full refund for the unused portion of the ticket. Refunds are generally returned to the original form of payment, with processing times varying by method. In case of emergencies such as serious illness or death in the family, passengers may request a refund with valid documentation. Award tickets booked with miles may also be canceled, usually for a fixed fee. Travelers should be aware that not showing up for a flight (no-show) might result in the cancellation of the entire booking, including return flights. To cancel or request a refund, passengers can use the Lufthansa website, app, or contact customer service directly. The airline advises reviewing fare conditions at the time of booking to understand cancellation rights. In summary, while Lufthansa does provide cancellation flexibility, the refundability of a ticket is mostly determined by the fare class and timing of the cancellation.