Lufthansa Baggage Allowance | Rules | Fees 2024

Lufthansa Airlines baggage allowance – luggage policy and fees 2024

If you are flying with Lufthansa Airlines in 2024, check your baggage allowance for carry-on and checked-in luggage. See what the extra baggage fees and excess baggage charges on international flights are when flying with Lufthansa. If you do not want to pay the extra and overweight checked baggage fees, ship your suitcases with Eurosender instead. Make the most of our shipping solutions for door-to-door deliveries anywhere in the world and enjoy a more comfortable journey and peace of mind without worrying about Lufthansa Airlines additional baggage costs.

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LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE

Lufthansa Airlines carry-on and checked baggage allowance for 2024

The amount of luggage included in the ticket price depends on the class of travel. For example, Lufthansa Airlines Economy Premium passengers are permitted an extra piece of checked baggage, while Business and First-class passengers also enjoy an additional carry-on baggage. Lufthansa Airlines Light Fare holders are only entitled to one piece of cabin baggage free of charge.

Lufthansa baggage allowance for carry-on and checked baggage included in ticket price are presented in the below table:

Type of luggageEconomy LightEconomy ClassPremium EconomyBusiness ClassFirst Class
Hand luggage1 item up to 8 kg1 item up to 8 kg1 item up to 8 kg2 items, each up to 8 kg2 items, each up to 8 kg
Checked luggageNo baggage allowed1 item of up to 23 kg2 items, each up to 23 kg2 items, each up to 32 kg3 items, each up to 32 kg

Each piece of Lufthansa Airlines carry-on baggage must not exceed the size of 55cm x 40cm x 23cm and weight of 8kg.

All Lufthansa passengers are also permitted a small item of cabin baggage (personal item or accessory), such as a handbag or laptop bag, measuring maximum 30cm x 40cm x10cm. The maximum permitted check-in baggage dimensions permitted by Lufthansa Airlines are 158cm (L+H+W), with weight allowance depending on the class of travel.

EXTRA CHARGES

Lufthansa Airlines extra and overweight baggage fees

Lufthansa Airlines’ extra baggage cost is calculated per piece of luggage rather than per kilogram of excess weight. The additional baggage cost on Lufthansa Airlines flights depends on the class of travel and flight duration and destination, with prices for domestic flights starting at €15 and international fees reaching up to €90. You will be charged flat fees for your Lufthansa extra baggage, including any sports equipment exceeding free baggage allowance.

Check in advance what extra baggage costs and additional checked baggage fees you will have to pay for excess baggage when flying Lufthansa Airlines.

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FAQ about Lufthansa Airlines baggage allowance 2024

What is the Lufthansa Airlines sports equipment allowance?
Lufthansa Airlines permit the transport of sports equipment can as part of your free baggage allowance, provided that the number of items, dimensions and weight do not exceed the permitted checked baggage dimensions. Larger sports equipment, such as ski gear or bicycles, can be transported for an additional checked baggage fee, with prices between €70 and €100 depending on your Lufthansa Airlines flight destination.
How can I transport musical instruments with Lufthansa Airlines?
Musical instruments not exceeding the hand luggage dimensions and weight permitted by Lufthansa Airlines (55cm x 40cm x 23cm, 8kg), can be transported in the cabin as part of your carry-on baggage allowance. Instruments larger than cabin baggage, such as guitar, can be taken on board Lufthansa Airlines on an extra, prebooked seat or checked in as hold luggage if appropriately packaged.
What is the Lufthansa Airlines pet policy?
In accordance with its pet policy Lufthansa Airlines permit the transport of small animals (dogs and cats) as additional hand luggage if the total weight of the pet and if its carrier does not exceed 8kg, and the carrier fits under the seat in front of you. Larger pets can be transported as excess baggage in the aircraft’s air-conditioned cargo hold under certain conditions as excess baggage in the aircraft’s air-conditioned cargo hold, for an additional charge.
What is the Lufthansa Airlines infant baggage allowance?
When travelling with an infant on a Lufthansa Airlines flight, you can take one compact, foldable baby buggy (max. dimensions 55 x 40 x 23 cm) as an additional cabin luggage item. Children under the age of 2 years travelling on an adult’s lap, are entitled to a free baggage allowance of one piece of baggage up to 23 kg and 158 cm (except with the Economy Light fare).
Is a laptop bag considered as hand luggage in Lufthansa?
Yes, a laptop is among personal items considered as carry-on luggage on Lufthansa flights.
What happens if my luggage is overweight when flying with Lufthansa Airlines?
If your checked baggage exceeds the permitted weight limit, when flying with Lufthansa Airlines, you are likely to be charged an overweight baggage fee, which varies depending on your flight’s origin and destination.
You can also ship your luggage with a reputable courier company to avoid excess baggage charges imposed by Lufthansa Airlines.
Is it safe to send luggage ahead via courier?
Yes. At Eurosender, we partner only with renowned and reputable courier companies to make sure your parcels will be in safe hands. When booking the international shipping of your luggage with us, you can rest assured your item will arrive at its destination on time and in one piece.
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The information above is the result of online research conducted in July 2021. For more information about Lufthansa Airlines baggage allowance and excess baggage charges, we strongly recommend checking the airline’s official website.