Lufthansa: Carry-On & Checked Bags Made Easy

You don’t have to worry anymore regarding baggage rules for Lufthansa. Here’s a clear, no-confusion breakdown for the carry-on and check in baggage allowance.

Carry-On Check In

Carry-On Bags

Lufthansa allows cabin baggage based on your travel class.

Economy & Premium Economy	Business & First Class
Carry-on bag	Carry-on bags

The bag size should not be bigger than the overhead cabinet of the flight and must fit inside. The Lufthansa’s carry-on size and weight criteria should be followed.

Prohibited Item in Carry On

Corrovives

Explosives

Flammable Liquids

Firerams (Undecared)

Blunt
Liquids > 100ml

Poisons / Toxics

Sharp Objects

Tools

Carry-On Size Dimensions

• Maximum size: 55 × 40 × 23 cm

• Handles & wheels count

• Foldable garment bags: up to 57 × 54 × 15 cm

• Larger bags, may get checked at the gate

Carry-On Weight Limit

• Up to 8 kg per carry-on bag

• Applies to all travel classes unless stated otherwise on your ticket

Personal Item Size

Most Lufthansa fares allow one small personal item, such as:

• Laptop bag

• Small handbag

• Compact backpack

Rule

• Must fit under the seat in front of you

• Size is not strictly defined but should be small and lightweight

What You Can Bring Inside

You can carry	You cannot carry
Clothes	Large liquid containers
Electronics & chargers	Flammable or sharp objects
Books	Items restricted by airport security
Snacks
Medicines & essential items

Liquid Rules

Lufthansa follows standard international security rules:

• 100 ml (3.4 oz) or less is the allowed quantity for liquids

• One transparent bag with 1-liter capacity is allowed for the liquids

• One bag is allowed per passenger

Carry-On Allowance for Lap Infants

• Infants without their own seat do not get a separate carry-on

• Parents can bring a diaper bag in addition to their own allowance

• Baby food, formula, medicines, and breast pumps are allowed

• One stroller and one car seat can usually be checked for free

Stroller Guidelines

• Strollers can be checked free of charge

• Options:

• At the check-in counter

• At the gate

• Foldable strollers are usually returned at the gate

• Larger strollers are collected at baggage claim

• Strollers do not count toward baggage allowance

Quick Carry-On Summary

• Economy / Premium Economy: 1 carry-on + 1 personal item

• Business / First: 2 carry-ons + 1 personal item

• Max size: 55 × 40 × 23 cm

• Max weight: 8 kg per bag

• Liquid rules apply

if you are following this then you are sorted

Checked Baggage

Checked baggage rules depend on your fare type, route, and cabin class. Some “Light” fares may not include free checked baggage.

Weight Limits

Travel Class	Weight Limit per Bag
Economy Class	23 kg (50 lb)
Premium Economy	23 kg (50 lb)
Business Class	32 kg (70 lb)
First Class	32 kg (70 lb)

Prohibited Item in Check-In

Corrovives

Explosives

Flammable Liquids

Poisons / Toxics

Checked Bag Size

Maximum size: 158 cm (L + W + H)

You will have to spend extra for the Oversized bags

How Many Free Bags?

• Economy (Long-haul): 1 free checked bag

• Economy Light: No free checked bag

• Premium Economy: 2 free checked bags

• Business Class: 2 free checked bags

• First Class: 3 free checked bags

Final allowance always depends on your ticket and route.

Typical Baggage Fees

Fees vary by route and fare, but generally:	Many travellers search for:
Extra or overweight bags: charged per bag	“Lufthansa check-in baggage fee”
Oversized bags: additional fees apply	“Lufthansa baggage allowance economy”
Paying online in advance is cheaper than at the airport	“Lufthansa extra baggage cost”

All refer to checked baggage pricing.

Oversize and Extra Charges

Extra fees apply for:

Additional bags

Bags over 23 kg (Economy / Premium)

Bags over 32 kg (Business / First)

Bags larger than 158 cm

Special stuff, for example, sports items or musical instruments, must usually be registered in advance.

Lufthansa Airlines – Checked Baggage by Class

Class	Free Bags	Weight per Bag
Economy	1 (most long-haul routes)	23 kg
Premium Economy	2	23 kg
Business Class	2	32 kg
First Class	3	32 kg

Lufthansa Check-In

You can check in:

• Online

• Via the Lufthansa app

• At airport kiosks

• At the check-in counter

Online check-in shows your baggage allowance clearly and helps you prepay fees at a lower cost.

Carry-On vs Check-In

Carry it if	Check it if
It has valuables or documents	It’s heavy or bulky
You need it during the flight	It contains liquids
You want to skip baggage claim	It exceeds cabin size limits

Why Size Rules Matter

These rules may not be same for other airlines so you should always be following the strictest baggage rules to avoid gate issues if your journey includes multiple airlines.

Prohibited Items – (Carry-On vs. Checked Bags)

Category	Carry-On	Checked Bag
Explosives & Fireworks
Flammable Items
Sharp Objects		(securely packed)
Firearms & Ammunition		(declared, locked)
Self-Defense Items		(restrictions apply)
Batteries & Power Banks
Corrosives & Chemicals
Medical Oxygen		(with approval)
Dry Ice	(≤2.5 kg)	(≤2.5 kg)
Toiletries	(within liquid rules)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is baggage allowance for Lufthansa’s?

Depending on your cabin class and fare you get the allowance for Carry-on and checked baggage. 1 carry-on and 1 checked bag is included in the economy on long-haul route flights.

Do they charge for a carry-on on Lufthansa?

No. There’s a free carry-on on most fares.

Can I carry liquids in carry-on?

100 ml liquid in a 1-liter clear bag can be carried.

Free checked bags?

Often included on international routes. Economy Light fares may not include any.

How can I check in?

You can do your check in Online, via app, kiosk, or airport counter.

Carry-on size?

55 × 40 × 23 cm. Handles and wheels count.

Checked bag fees?

Route, fare, and excess weight or size decides the fare.

Checked baggage policy?

Economy: 23 kg per bag. Business & First: 32 kg per bag. Max size 158 cm.

What do to if the I have the oversized or overweight luggage?

Based on route and excess weight/size, extra charges will be applied.

Difference between Carry-on vs checked bag?

Carry-on stays with you. Checked bags go in the aircraft hold. Carry-ons are smaller but usually free.