What a joke of a "sale" from Lufthansa where fare is $257 and taxes are $410

This is patently absurd, and the fact that they tack on $222 as fuel and security surcharge is obnoxious. That's part of the fare, my friends. Be honest and people will respect you. Cover it up and look dirty. Your choice.

Sorry for the hostility, but I really don't like dishonest marketing. There is far too much of it these days.