Lufthansa baggage allowance
GermanyLufthansa cabin bag: 1 piece, 8 kg (18 lb), 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in). Checked bag in Economy: not included in the basic fare.
| Item | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag | 1 piece · 8 kg (18 lb) | 55 × 40 × 23 cm (22 × 16 × 9 in) |
| Personal item | included | 40 × 30 × 10 cm (16 × 12 × 4 in) |
| Checked baggage - Economy | not included | paid option |
| Checked baggage - Economy | 1 piece · 23 kg (51 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - Business | 2 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Checked baggage - First | 2 pieces · 32 kg (71 lb) | included in the fare |
| Extra bag | from 90 USD | cheaper when added online in advance |
| Overweight fee | from 50 EUR (≈ 58 USD) | per bag above the allowance |
Basic Economy allowance on most routes; premium fares and some destinations get more. Weights are shown in kilograms with pounds in brackets, sizes in centimetres with inches in brackets. Always confirm on the official website before travelling.
Lufthansa's baggage policy varies by fare family. Cabin baggage is standardized across all fares, while checked baggage allowances and excess fees depend on your ticket type. Business and First Class passengers receive the most generous allowances, while Economy Light fares include no free checked bag.
| Item | Limit | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Cabin baggage | 55 × 40 × 23 cm, max 8 kg | All fares |
| Personal item | 40 × 30 × 10 cm | All fares |
| Checked baggage (Economy Light) | - | Not included |
| Checked baggage (Economy Classic/Flex) | 1 bag, 23 kg | Included |
| Checked baggage (Business/First) | 2 bags, 32 kg each | Included |
Excess baggage fees: Bags weighing 23–32 kg incur €50–€150; oversized or significantly overweight bags cost from €50–€130 (rates vary by route). Additional bags start at approximately $90+ depending on your route.