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 routes with Weight Concept
On all flight routes within Germany and within other European countries, as well as between Europe and other countries, including Germany, CIS, Middle East, Africa and Asia, your free baggage allowance is determined according to the 'Weight Concept'. With this concept the free baggage allowance is defined by total weight of your baggage, rather than by 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 tickets issued up to 31.12.2009
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 Between Europe and Mexico To and from South BrazilAmerica, except commencement of travel in Brazil for travel in both directions To and from West Africa*, Ethiopia and Egypt With a Star Alliance ‘Round the World’ ticket |
2 pieces of baggage up to 32 kg | 2 pieces of baggage up to 32 kg | 2 pieces of baggage up to 23 kg |
| commencement of travel in Brazil for travel in both directions commencement of travel in Japan to USA, Canada, West Africa*, Ethiopia, Egypt and South America (if PC applies) for travel in both directions |
2 pieces of baggage up to 32 kg | 2 pieces of baggage up to 32 kg | 2 pieces of baggage up to 32 kg |
* 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 for tickets issued up to 31.12.2009
As HON Circle Member, Senator or Frequent Traveller you receive additional free baggage allowance depending on your status and the destination:
Free baggage allowance for Miles & More members
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 45kg kg for all flights (outbound and return, as well as transfers).
To the destinations listed below, irrespective of class, the maximum weight per single piece of baggage is 32kg:
Abu Dhabi, Amsterdam, Australia, Billund, Bari, Bruessels, Cape Town, Cyprus, Donetsk, Dubai, Dublin, Florence, France, Genoa, Johannesburg, Khartum, 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
