The price of the ticket includes the transportation of a certain amount of baggage in the cargo hold of the aircraft. This allowance differs depending on the booking class and the destination.
Free baggage allowance on all other international routes and within Germany
On all flight routes (international and within Germany) not shown in the following list, your free baggage allowance is determined according to the so-called 'Weight Concept'. With this concept it is the total weight of your baggage that matters, rather than the number of bags.
The allowances are:
- First Class: 40 kg (88lb) - plus 1 ski bag and plus 1 golf bag
on flights operated by Lufthansa and Swiss International Airlines - Business Class: 30 kg (66lb) - plus 1 ski bag on flights operated by Lufthansa and Swiss International Airlines
- Economy Class: 20 kg (44lb) - plus 1 ski bag on flights operated by Lufthansa and Swiss International Airlines
These free baggage allowances apply on flights operated by Lufthansa. Please note that on flights with other airlines different baggage regulations and charges may apply. In the case of code-share flights, the baggage regulations of the operating airline apply on those sections of the flight not operated by Lufthansa.
Free baggage allowance on long-haul flights
For numerous long-haul flights the Piece Concept applies. This means that every adult passenger may check in up to two pieces of baggage in addition to his carry-on baggage free of charge.
The permitted dimensions may not exceed 158 cm (length + width + depth).
Please check the chart below for the allowed weights per piece.
| First | Business | Economy | |
|---|---|---|---|
| To and from Canada To, from and via the USA To and from South America for outbound and return flights, with the exception of journeys starting in Brazil To and from West Africa*, Ethiopia and Egypt Between Europe and Mexico With a Star Alliance ‘Round the World’ ticket |
2 pieces, 32 kg each | 2 pieces, 32 kg each | 2 pieces, 23 kg each |
| From Brazil to destinations worldwide. Journey starts in Brazil for outbound and return flights From Japan to USA, Canada, West Africa*, Ethiopia, Egypt and South America (if PC applies). Journey starts in Japan for outbound and return flights |
2 pieces, 32 kg each | 2 pieces, 32 kg each | 2 pieces, 32 kg each |
* West Africa: Angola, Gabon, Ghana, Nigeria, Equatorial Guinea.
These free baggage allowances apply on flights operated by Lufthansa.
Please note that on flights with other airlines different baggage regulations and charges may apply.
In the case of code-share flights, the baggage regulations of the operating airline apply on those sections of the flight not operated by Lufthansa.
Under the piece concept, your second item of luggage may incur charges, even if 2PC (i.e. 2 x items of baggage) is shown on your ticket.
Please acquaint yourself with the baggage regulations of the relevant operating airline by visiting their website or asking your travel agent.
Additional free baggage allowance for Miles & More members
As HON Circle Member, Senator or Frequent Traveller you receive additional free baggage allowance depending on your status and the destination:
| Your Status | Your advantage |
|---|---|
| HON Circle Member | Weight Concept: plus 20 kg on flights operated by Star Alliance partners and Luxair; a free ski bag on flights operated by Lufthansa and Swiss and a free golf bag on flights operated by Lufthansa, Swiss International Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Croatia Airlines, Adria Airways , Air One, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Lufthansa Private Jet and Lufthansa Regional. Piece Concept: an extra bag on flights operated by Star Alliance partners with the maximum weight dependent on the class of travel. |
| Senator | Weight Concept: plus 20 kg on flights operated by Star Alliance partners and Luxair; a free ski bag on flights operated by Lufthansa and Swiss and a free golf bag on flights operated by Lufthansa, Swiss International Airlines, Austrian Airlines, Croatia Airlines, Adria Airways, Air One, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Lufthansa Private Jet and Lufthansa Regional. Piece Concept: an extra bag on flights operated by Star Alliance partners with the maximum weight dependent on the class of travel. |
| Frequent Traveller | Weight Concept: total weight of 40 kg in all classes of travel on flights operated by Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, Austrian Airlines, Croatia Airlines, Adria Airways, Air Dolomiti, Air One, Brussels Airlines, LOT Polish Airlines, Luxair, Lufthansa Private Jet and Lufthansa Regional and one ski bag on Lufthansa flights; a free ski bag on flights operated by Lufthansa and Swiss International Airlines; a free golf bag on flights operated by Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Croatia Airlines, Adria Airways, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Lufthansa Private Jet and Lufthansa Regional. Piece Concept: no additional free baggage allowances. |
| Star Alliance Gold Card Member | Weight Concept: plus 20 kg in all classes of travel on flights by Star Alliance partners and one ski bag on flights operated by Lufthansa and Swiss International Airlines. One free golf bag is permitted in First Class; golf bags must always be paid for in Business and Economy Class. Piece Concept: plus one bag on flights by Star Alliance partners with the maximum weight dependent on the class of travel. |
| Swiss Golf Traveller Members |
1 free golf bag on flights operated by Lufthansa und Swiss International Airlines. |
On Swiss International Airlines flights there will be a charge for golf and ski bags weighing over 15 kg.
In addition, the baggage of HON Circle members and Senators will be handled with special priority.
Status and privileges of the Miles & More programme
Especially large and heavy pieces of baggage
If you exceed the free baggage allowance stated above our Excess baggage tariff applies.
When the Piece concept applies (see table), a piece of luggage should not exceed the permitted dimensions of 158 cm (length + width + depth). Excess baggage fees will have to be paid if these dimensions are exceeded.
The weight of the individual piece of baggage may not exceed 45 kg. Different local restrictions may apply.
Local restrictions on baggage weight
Please note that the maximum weight limit per single piece of baggage is 32 kg for all flights (outbound and return, as well as transfers) to the destinations listed below, irrespective of class. Items of baggage which exceed this weight will not be accepted.
This regulation does not change the maximum weight limit for the free baggage allowance.
- Abu Dhabi
- Amsterdam
- Australia
- Billund
- Bari
- Brussels
- Cape Town
- Cyprus
- Donetsk
- Dubai
- Dublin
- Florence
- France
- Genoa
- Johannesburg
- Khartoum
- Kuala Lumpur
- Malta
- Muscat
- New Zealand
- Rostov
- Saudi Arabia
- Sofia
- Turin
- United Kingdom
- Valencia
- Verona
Bags which exceed these weights will not be accepted as checked baggage. You can have them sent by cargo and at cargo rates.
Maximum weights and conditions for free baggage allowance are not affected by this regulation.
Free baggage allowance for children
- Children aged two years and over are entitled to the same free baggage allowance as adults, if they have paid at least 50% of the adult fare.
- Infants aged under two years have a free allowance of one bag plus a fully collapsible pushchair; under the 'Weight Concept' one bag with a maximum weight of 10 kg and under the 'Piece Concept' one bag with maximum weight of 23 kg.
- A seat must be booked for any child who will turn two years old during the journey. Please note that the date of the return flight is the determining factor for the age limit.
Transportation of pushchairs, wheelchairs or walking aids
At most stations you can keep your pushchair, baby buggy, wheelchair or other walking aid that you depend on until you board the aircraft.
A foldable pushchair or baby basket we transport free of charge. A pram will be transported in the cargo hold.
Disabled passengers can check in a wheelchair in addition to their free baggage allowance. You receive additional information via our offers on barrier-free travel.
The pram or wheelchair will be given to you, wherever possible, after disembarking the aircraft. Please beware that the place where the items are returned can vary depending on the location at your destination.
Foods of animal origin for personal consumption
When entering the European Union, please note the regulations on importing products of animal origin for personal consumption, such as for example, meat and milk and products made from them.
EU Regulation as pdf
