Everything about lufthansa baggage size, weight, and allowance. Cabin carry-on, checked baggage, dimension, and additional charges for extra baggage.
Lufthansa Baggage Allowance
Economy Class Passengers
If you’re an Economy Class passenger flying with Lufthansa, you’re allowed to bring one carry-on, one personal item, and one checked baggage.
The carry-on can weigh up to 8 kg and have maximum dimensions of 55 x 40 x 23 cm (height x width x depth). The personal item must have a full size of 40 x 30 x 10 cm (height x width x depth).
The checked baggage must not weigh more than 23 kg and have a total of 158 cm (height + width + depth).
Lufthansa Baggage Calculator for excess baggage charges.
In simple terms:
Cabin
- Economy and Premium Economy: 1* 8kg cabin baggage
- Business & First Class: 2* 8kg cabin baggage
Checked Baggage
- Economy and Premium Economy: 1 to 2 * 23kg baggage (158cm max dimension)
- Business & First Class: 2 to 3 * 32kg baggage (158cm max dimension)
Business & First Class Passengers
If you’re a Business Class passenger, you can bring two carry-on items, one personal item, and two checked bags. The two carry-on items can weigh 8 kg or less and have maximum dimensions of 55 x 40 x 23 cm (height x width x depth). The personal item must have a full size of 40 x 30 x 10 cm (height x width x depth). The two checked bags must not weigh more than 32 kg. and a total of 158 cm (height + width + depth).
If you’re a First Class passenger, you can bring two carry-on items, one personal item, and three checked bags. The two carry-on items must
What is Considered Excess Baggage with Lufthansa
Excess Baggage for Economy and Premium Economy Class:
- Weight: Baggage weighing more than 23 kg (up to a maximum of 32 kg) is considered excess baggage.
- Size: Baggage larger than 158 cm (sum of width + height + depth, up to a maximum of 292 cm) is considered excess baggage.
Excess Baggage for Business and First Class:
- Size: Baggage with total dimensions greater than 158 cm (up to a maximum of 292 cm) is considered excess baggage.
Additional Charges for Excess Baggage
- Excess baggage charges apply when checked baggage exceeds the permitted weight and/or dimensions, or if the number of checked pieces of baggage exceeds the allowance.
- Flat rates are charged for excess baggage.
- Economy Class passengers on certain routes may benefit from discounted flat rates for the second piece of checked baggage (up to 23 kg and up to 158 cm).
> Excess Baggage @ Lufthansa Airlines ( For excess baggage in detail and baggage heavier than 32kg).
> Check-in Deadlines and Bag Drop-off.
Lufthansa Sports and Music Baggage
Lufthansa Airlines allows passengers to bring sports equipment and musical instruments when they travel. Sports equipment can be carried as checked baggage or special baggage, depending on the type of sport.
Musical instruments can be brought as either carry-on or checked baggage. Smaller instruments can be carried with you on the plane, while larger ones may need to go in the hold.
You can bring your musical instrument with you in the cabin without paying any extra fees, as long as it meets these requirements:
- It should not be bigger than 55 x 40 x 23 cm (height x width x depth).
- It should not weigh more than 8 kg.
If your sports equipment is bigger or heavier than what the airline allows for free, but it doesn’t exceed 32 kg (the maximum weight allowed), you will need to pay a fee based on fixed rates for sports equipment.
However, if your sports equipment doesn’t fall under the specific categories listed in the airline’s rules for sports equipment, you will be charged according to the regular fees for excess baggage.
In simpler terms, if your sports equipment is too big or heavy, you’ll have to pay a fixed sport baggage fee. If it doesn’t fit the categories listed by the airline, you’ll have to pay a fee for extra baggage.
Baggage Charges FAQ
Q: How many carry-on and checked-in baggages are allowed for economy class passengers?
A: one carry-on (8kg- 55 x 40 x 23 cm), one personal item(40 x 30 x 10 cm), and one checked baggage (23 kg and max 158cm HWD)
Q: How many carry-on and checked-in baggages are allowed for Business class passengers?
A: one carry-on (2 * 8kg- 55 x 40 x 23 cm), one personal item(40 x 30 x 10 cm), and one checked baggage (2*32 kg and max 158cm HWD) First Class 3 checked-in baggage.
Q: How much is the extra baggage charge (fee)?
A: It depends upon the route and class and membership with Lufthansa Airlines. Use their official baggage calculator to know the exact extra charges.
In short, mostly the additional standard baggage will be 200 euros online and 250 Euros at the counter. While excess baggage of more than 24kg will be around 400 euros.
Q: How can I pay for additional baggage?
A: You can pay for additional baggage on Lufthansa’s website or via the Lufthansa App or at the airport before departure.
Q: Can I bring special baggage items?
A: Yes, Lufthansa allows you to bring special baggage items such as sports equipment, musical instruments, and more, but there may be additional fees and restrictions.
Q: What if my checked baggage exceeds the size limit in Business Class?
If the total dimensions of your checked baggage exceed 158 cm (up to a maximum of 292 cm), it will be considered excess baggage.