EasyJet vs Lufthansa
Side-by-side comparison of EasyJet and Lufthansa: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
United Kingdom
Germany| EasyJet | Lufthansa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Founded | 1995 | 1953 |
| Type | Low-cost carrier | Full-service airline |
| Alliance | - | Star Alliance |
| Main hubs | Milan Malpensa Airport, London Luton Airport | Munich Airport, Frankfurt Airport |
| Aircraft types | 4 | 10 |
| Cabin bag weight | 15 kg (33 lb) | 8 kg (18 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | 45 × 36 × 20 cm (18 × 14 × 8 in) | 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | not included (from 7.0 GBP (≈ 9.5 USD)) | not included |
| First checked bag fee | from 7.0 GBP (≈ 9.5 USD) | - |
| Extra bag fee | from 9.5 GBP (≈ 12.9 USD) | from 90 USD |
| Online check-in opens | 30 days | 30 h |
| Online check-in closes | 2 h | 40 min |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +44 3303 65 54 54 | - |
Key differences
- EasyJet allows a heavier cabin bag: 15 kg (33 lb) vs 8 kg (18 lb) at Lufthansa.
- EasyJet opens online check-in earlier (30 days before departure vs 30 h).
- Lufthansa lets you check in online closer to departure (40 min vs 2 h).
- EasyJet is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Lufthansa bundles more into the ticket.
- Lufthansa is a Star Alliance member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.
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Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.