Airline baggage guide
Lufthansa Baggage Allowance: Carry-on & Checked Bags
Official personal-item, carry-on and checked-baggage limits.
Last checked · Sep 2026
Personal item
All cabins
No weight limit published
40 × 30 × 15 cm
One personal item up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm.
Cabin bag
Economy
1 × 8 kg
55 × 40 × 23 cm
One carry-on bag, up to 8 kg and 55 × 40 × 23 cm each.
Cabin bag
Premium Economy
1 × 8 kg
55 × 40 × 23 cm
One carry-on bag, up to 8 kg and 55 × 40 × 23 cm each.
Cabin bag
Business
2 × 8 kg
55 × 40 × 23 cm
Two carry-on bags, up to 8 kg and 55 × 40 × 23 cm each.
Cabin bag
First
2 × 8 kg
55 × 40 × 23 cm
Two carry-on bags, up to 8 kg and 55 × 40 × 23 cm each.
Checked bag
Economy
1 × 23 kg
Linear total 158 cm
One checked bag allowance, up to 23 kg and 158 cm each on intercontinental routes.
Checked bag
Premium Economy
2 × 23 kg
Linear total 158 cm
Two checked bag allowance, up to 23 kg and 158 cm each on intercontinental routes.
Checked bag
Business
2 × 32 kg
Linear total 158 cm
Two checked bag allowance, up to 32 kg and 158 cm each on intercontinental routes.
Checked bag
First
3 × 32 kg
Linear total 158 cm
Three checked bag allowance, up to 32 kg and 158 cm each on intercontinental routes.
Confirm these before booking
- • The operating carrier and route shown on the ticket
- • Whether your selected Basic, Light or other fare includes free bags
- • The smallest cabin-bag limit on a connection
Frequently asked questions
How do I check Lufthansa's carry-on size and weight limit?
Start with the carry-on entry for your cabin and route on this page. Your ticketed fare, route and operating carrier can change the allowance, so confirm it in your booking and on the airline’s official page before departure.
Is checked baggage free on Lufthansa?
Free checked baggage depends on fare, route, status and ticket conditions. This guide shows published size and weight rules; confirm included pieces and fees in your booking.
Which baggage rule applies on a Lufthansa codeshare flight?
Codeshare rules can depend on the operating carrier and route. Check the operating airline shown on the ticket and use the smallest limit across your connections.