Germany
Full service airline, Frankfurt hub Lufthansa baggage allowance
Lufthansa counts pieces, not kilograms, so a heavy bag cannot be offset by a light one. Each checked bag is capped at 23 kg in Economy and 32 kg in Business, and the cabin bag is 8 kg.
| Allowance | Economy | Business and First |
|---|---|---|
| Carry-on bagPlus one personal item under the seat | 8 kg55 x 40 x 23 cm | 2 x 8 kg55 x 40 x 23 cm |
| Checked bagMaximum weight per bag | 23 kgUp to 158 cm | 32 kgUp to 158 cm |
Cabin baggage
What you keep with you on board. The carry-on bag goes in the overhead bin, the personal item goes under the seat in front of you.
Carry-on bag
- Size
- 55 x 40 x 23 cm
- Weight
- 8 kg
- Pieces
- One bag
Must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat. Economy Basic carries no cabin bag at all, only a personal item of up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm.
Personal item
- Size
- 40 x 30 x 10 cm
- Weight
- Included in carry-on allowance
- Examples
- Must fit under the seat in front of you.
Liquids: containers of 100 ml or less, all inside one transparent resealable 1 litre bag. Baby food, medication and sealed duty free purchases are exempt.
Power banks and batteries
Lithium batteries travel in the cabin, never in the hold. Since 2025 most carriers also ban using or charging a power bank during the flight.
| Item | Cabin | Checked | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power bank up to 100 WhAbout 27,000 mAh at 3.7 V | Allowed | Not allowed | One per passenger, under the seat, not in the overhead bin. Do not use or charge it on board. |
| Power bank 100 to 160 Wh | Approval needed | Not allowed | Maximum two, with airline approval before the flight. |
| Power bank over 160 Wh | Not allowed | Not allowed | Cannot travel on Lufthansa in any form. |
| Spare laptop and camera batteries | Allowed | Not allowed | Terminals taped or in original packaging, up to 100 Wh each. |
| Devices with built-in batteriesLaptops, phones, cameras, tablets | Allowed | Switched off | Better in the cabin. If checked, fully switched off and protected from accidental activation. |
| E-cigarettes and vapes | Allowed | Not allowed | Cabin only, never used on board. |
Checked baggage
Lufthansa counts pieces, not kilograms. The fare decides how many bags travel free and each one has its own weight cap, so an extra kilogram in one bag cannot be balanced by a lighter one.
| Cabin | First bag | Second bag | Max weight per bag | Max size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | Varies by fare type and route | Varies by fare type and route | 23 kg | 158 cm |
| Business/First | Included | Included | 32 kg | 158 cm |
Economy: Additional bags: €100-200 each
Business/First: Additional bags: €100+ each Allowances change by route, fare family and booking date, so confirm on the official Lufthansa baggage page before you pack.
Checked bags by fare family
Lufthansa sells bags rather than kilograms, and the two cheapest Economy fares include none at all. Economy Basic goes further and drops the cabin bag too, leaving only a personal item.
| Economy Basic | No checked bag | |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Light | No checked bag | |
| Economy Classic | 1 bag, 23 kg | |
| Economy Flex | 1 bag, 23 kg | |
On an Economy Light fare a bag can still be added during check-in, for a fee. Business and First allowances depend on the route and are shown by the Lufthansa baggage calculator, see status extras.
Excess baggage fees
What it costs when you go over the included weight. Prices are estimates and vary by route.
| Situation | What you pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Extra weight | €12 per kg (varies by route) | Varies by route and when you buy it |
| Prepaid online | Save up to 25% when prepaying online | Buy extra weight before departure |
| Overweight bag | €50-300 for bags over 23 kg | Above the per-bag weight limit |
Airport prices run 20 to 40 percent higher than online.
How the allowance plays out on a real booking. Fares, routes and Miles & More status can move these numbers.
- Cabin
- One 8 kg bag, 55 x 40 x 23 cm, plus a personal item
- Checked
- None included. A bag can be added during check-in for a fee
- Watch out
- An Economy Basic ticket would not even carry the cabin bag, only a personal item
- Status
- Senator and HON Circle add a bag, but not on a Light fare
- Cabin
- One 8 kg bag, 55 x 40 x 23 cm, plus a personal item
- Checked
- One bag of up to 23 kg, included in the fare
- Second bag
- Paid, and priced per piece rather than by weight
- Status
- Senator and HON Circle add a second bag on this fare
Before you pack
Six habits that keep you out of the excess baggage queue.
- Weigh bags at homeA luggage scale costs less than a single overweight bag fee, and it settles the argument at home rather than at the counter.
- Prepay extra weight onlineBuying through lufthansa.com is 10 to 20 percent cheaper than paying at the counter.
- Wear the heavy itemsBoots, coats and jackets on your body do not count toward any limit.
- Use compression bagsVacuum bags cut clothing volume by up to 75 percent, which helps with the 158 cm size rule.
- Check your credit card perksSome premium cards include extra baggage or refund fees on selected airlines.
- Use your Miles & More statusHigher tiers add extra weight or an extra bag on top of the fare allowance, see status extras.
Miles & More status extras
Miles & More status adds a checked bag rather than extra weight, because Lufthansa counts pieces on almost every route.
| Tier | Weight concept routes | Piece concept routes | Also included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Member | None | None | Standard fare allowance |
| Frequent Traveller | None | None | Priority check-in and boarding, no extra bag |
| Senator | None | +1 bag | Not on Economy Basic or Economy Light fares |
| HON Circle | None | +1 bag | Not on Economy Basic or Economy Light fares |
Example: an Economy ticket that includes one 23 kg bag becomes two bags of 23 kg for a Senator, unless the fare is Basic or Light.
Sports equipment, instruments and infants
Special items travel with conditions. Every one of them needs advance reservation, and acceptance at the airport is not guaranteed without it.
| Item | Conditions |
|---|---|
| Sports equipment | Special rules and fees apply |
| Musical instruments | Can be carried on if they fit overhead or under seat |
| Medical equipment | Special allowances |
Book special items online before travel. Airport prices are higher than the same allowance bought online, and hold space is first come, first served.
Check-in and bag drop deadlines
Counted back from scheduled departure. Miss the bag drop cut-off and the bag does not fly, even if you do.
- 30 hOnline check-in opensWeb or app
- 23 hEvening before bag drop opensLeave your bags at a bag drop kiosk the night before
If your bag does not arrive
Delayed and damaged bags follow a strict clock. Most claims fail because the report was made after leaving the airport.
Report before you leave the hall
Go to the Lufthansa baggage services desk in the arrivals baggage hall. You get a Property Irregularity Report (PIR) with a 10 character reference. Without it there is no claim.
Track with the PIR reference
Use the reference and your surname on the Lufthansa baggage tracing page. Most delayed bags arrive within 48 hours and are delivered to your address free of charge.
Track a bagKeep receipts, mind the deadlines
Essentials bought while the bag is missing can be claimed. Damage must be reported within 7 days, delayed bag expenses within 21 days of delivery, under the Montreal Convention.
How Lufthansa compares
Benchmark these limits against the rest of the industry before you decide which bag to bring.
Frequently asked questions
How much checked baggage does a Lufthansa ticket include?
It depends entirely on the fare. Economy Basic and Economy Light include no checked bag at all. Economy Classic and Economy Flex each include one piece of up to 23 kg. Business and First allowances vary by route and are shown by the Lufthansa baggage calculator.
What are the carry-on limits on Lufthansa?
One bag of up to 8 kg measuring 55 x 40 x 23 cm, plus a personal item. Economy Basic is the exception: it carries no cabin bag at all, only a personal item of up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm.
What is the cheapest Lufthansa fare that includes a checked bag?
Economy Classic. Basic and Light both travel without one, though on a Light fare you can still add a bag during check-in for a fee.
Does Miles & More status add baggage?
Senator and HON Circle members add one checked bag. Frequent Traveller adds priority check-in and boarding but no extra bag. Since 2025 none of these benefits apply on Economy Basic or Economy Light fares.
Why can a light bag still cost extra on Lufthansa?
Because Lufthansa counts pieces rather than kilograms. Each bag has its own weight cap and there is no total to balance across them, so an extra kilogram in one bag cannot be offset by packing another more lightly.
When does Lufthansa check-in close?
Online check-in opens 30 hours before departure, and at many airports you can drop your bags the evening before, up to 23 hours ahead. Counter and gate deadlines are set by each airport, so check the one you are flying from.
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