Lufthansa carry-on baggage, personal item size & baggage policy (2026)
Lufthansa allows a free carry-on baggage up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm and a free personal item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm, both measured including wheels and handles. A first checked bag (158 cm total, 23 kg) costs Paid (varies).
| Bag | Max size | Weight | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on Baggage | Max size55 x 40 x 23 cm (22 x 16 x 9 in)55 x 40 x 23 cm22 x 16 x 9 in | Weight8 kg | FeeFree |
| Personal Item | Max size40 x 30 x 15 cm (16 x 12 x 6 in)40 x 30 x 15 cm16 x 12 x 6 in | WeightNo limit | FeeFree |
| Checked Baggage | Max size158 cm total (62 in total)158 cm total62 in total | Weight23 kg | FeePaid (varies) |
Checked against Lufthansa's published rules on 2026-08-03. Limits can differ by fare class, route, aircraft, and operating carrier, and gate enforcement varies - always confirm on the airline's site before you fly. Packfits is not affiliated with Lufthansa. We may earn commissions for purchases made via this page.
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Carry-on Baggage: 55 x 40 x 23 cm (22 x 16 x 9 in)
FreeLufthansa allows a carry-on baggage up to 55 x 40 x 23 cm (22 x 16 x 9 inches) and 8 kg, measured on the outside of the bag - wheels, handles, and straps all count. Free on standard Economy, Premium Economy, Business, and First. The cheaper Economy Basic fare on short- and medium-haul routes drops this bag entirely - it can be added back for a fee.
Source: Lufthansa official
Bags that fit the carry-on baggage limit
Every bag below clears the sizer with wheels and handles included - checked against the manufacturer's published measurements, because product names often understate the real size.
Personal Item: 40 x 30 x 15 cm (16 x 12 x 6 in)
FreeLufthansa allows a personal item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm (16 x 12 x 6 inches), measured on the outside of the bag - wheels, handles, and straps all count. Must fit under the seat in front of you. Free on every fare, including Economy Basic.
Source: Lufthansa official
Bags that fit the personal item limit
Every bag below clears the sizer with wheels and handles included - checked against the manufacturer's published measurements, because product names often understate the real size.
Checked Baggage: 158 cm total (62 in total)
Paid (varies)Lufthansa allows a checked baggage up to 158 cm total (62 inches total) - that is length + width + height added together - weighing up to 23 kg. A 24-32 kg or 159-292 cm bag is accepted as excess baggage for a flat surcharge rather than refused.
One 23 kg bag is included free on Economy Classic and Flex fares. The cheapest long-haul fare, Economy Light, does not include one - nor does short/medium-haul Economy Basic - and adding one costs extra through Lufthansa's baggage calculator, roughly EUR 65-90 if prepaid.
Source: Lufthansa official
Bags that fit the checked baggage limit
These are full-size checked bags that stay inside the size limit with wheels and handles included. Checked size limits are generous - it's the weight limit that usually catches people - so each of these gives you close to the maximum packing space the rules allow.
How strict is Lufthansa at the gate, really?
Lufthansa enforces carry-on size mainly with the boarding-gate sizer during busy flights. A bag within about half an inch usually clears; a hard-side bag noticeably over is asked to be gate-checked. Wheels and handles count toward the measurement, so a "22-inch" bag is often 23-24 inches in practice.
Lufthansa baggage FAQ
What is Lufthansa's baggage policy?
Here is Lufthansa's baggage policy at a glance: Carry-on Baggage: Free, Personal Item: Free, Checked Baggage: Paid (varies). Full size and weight limits for each bag type are in the table above.
What is Lufthansa's carry-on size?
Lufthansa's carry-on baggage limit is 55 x 40 x 23 cm (22 x 16 x 9 inches), measured including wheels and handles. It is included free with your fare.
What is Lufthansa's personal item size?
The personal item limit is 40 x 30 x 15 cm (16 x 12 x 6 inches) and must fit under the seat in front of you. It is free with every fare.
How much is a checked bag on Lufthansa?
A first checked bag costs Paid (varies). One 23 kg bag is included free on Economy Classic and Flex fares. The cheapest long-haul fare, Economy Light, does not include one - nor does short/medium-haul Economy Basic - and adding one costs extra through Lufthansa's baggage calculator, roughly EUR 65-90 if prepaid. It can be up to 158 cm total and 23 kg.
Does Lufthansa measure bags with wheels and handles?
Yes. Lufthansa, like all airlines, measures a bag's external size including wheels, handles, and side pockets, so a bag sold as "22 inch" is often 23-24 inches once measured.
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