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Lufthansa·Star Alliance
When Lufthansa check-in opens, airport and bag drop cutoffs for domestic and international flights, and how early the gate closes.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
23 hours before departure — one hour earlier than most carriers.
30 minutes before departure within Germany.
60 minutes before departure for transatlantic.
60 minutes before long-haul departure. Frankfurt is a very large airport with lengthy security and passport queues.
Gates close 20 minutes before departure. Frankfurt gate changes are common and the walk between concourses can exceed 20 minutes — do not cut it fine.
lufthansa.com and the Lufthansa app handle changes, seat selection and refund requests.
23 hours before departure — one hour earlier than most carriers.
Domestic: 30 minutes before departure within Germany. International: 60 minutes before departure for transatlantic. Bags: 60 minutes before long-haul departure. Frankfurt is a very large airport with lengthy security and passport queues.
Gates close 20 minutes before departure. Frankfurt gate changes are common and the walk between concourses can exceed 20 minutes — do not cut it fine.
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.