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Lufthansa·Star Alliance
Lufthansa carry-on size limits, checked bag fees, weight limits, overweight and oversize charges, and who gets bags free. Updated policy summary with booking help.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
One personal item plus a cabin bag on all fares.
One cabin bag up to 8 kg (17 lbs) plus a personal item in economy; two cabin bags in Business and First. The 8 kg weight limit is enforced more actively in Europe than in the US. Maximum dimensions: 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.5 x 15.5 x 9 inches).
Included on Economy Classic and above for transatlantic. Charged on Economy Light.
Charged in economy; included in Business and First.
23 kg (51 lbs) in Economy and Premium Economy; 32 kg (70 lbs) in Business and First.
Bags between 23 kg and 32 kg carry a heavy bag charge. Over 32 kg is refused.
Over 158 cm total linear dimensions attracts an oversize charge.
Additional bags for Miles & More Frequent Traveller, Senator and HON Circle members, and Star Alliance Gold.
Sports equipment must generally be registered in advance and is carried within the standard allowance or as an additional piece.
55 x 40 x 23 cm (21.5 x 15.5 x 9 inches) including wheels and handles. One cabin bag up to 8 kg (17 lbs) plus a personal item in economy; two cabin bags in Business and First. The 8 kg weight limit is enforced more actively in Europe than in the US.
Included on Economy Classic and above for transatlantic. Charged on Economy Light. A second bag: Charged in economy; included in Business and First.
23 kg (51 lbs) in Economy and Premium Economy; 32 kg (70 lbs) in Business and First. Bags between 23 kg and 32 kg carry a heavy bag charge. Over 32 kg is refused.
Additional bags for Miles & More Frequent Traveller, Senator and HON Circle members, and Star Alliance Gold.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.