Lufthansa Cabin Bag Size & Baggage Allowance
Every Lufthansa fare includes a small under-seat bag up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in). A cabin bag up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), 8 kg (18 lb) is not included on the cheapest fare (Economy Basic). Checked on 9 October 2026 against Lufthansa's own policy; use the size checker to see whether your own bag fits.
What is carry-on, personal item and checked baggage?
Baggage allowance for Lufthansa · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
A handbag, laptop bag or small backpack that fits under the seat in front of you.
One cabin bag per passenger. Measured with wheels and handles included.
Maximum size per piece is 158 cm. Economy: up to 23 kg; Business: up to 32 kg. Included piece count depends on fare, route and cabin.
Allowance by Cabin Class / Fare
Baggage allowance for Lufthansa · check fare, route and operating-carrier conditions before travel
Cabin allowance by fare
The figures above are the standard allowance. On Lufthansa it changes with the fare or cabin you book.
Excess & Oversize Fees
Charges are usually lower when paid online before travel than at the airport.
Good to Know
Will your bag fit Lufthansa?
Enter your suitcase dimensions in the size checker and see instantly whether it meets these limits.
Check my bag for LufthansaThe three baggage types, explained
Airlines split what you travel with into three allowances. Each has its own size and weight limit, and the one you exceed decides what you pay.
The small bag that goes under the seat in front of you — handbag, laptop bag or small backpack. Usually free and rarely weighed.
The wheeled case you take into the cabin and store in the overhead bin. Sized at the gate, and weighed by many airlines.
The large suitcase you hand over at the desk and collect at your destination. Charged by bag, with strict weight limits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a cabin bag free on Lufthansa?
Not on every fare. The cheapest option (Economy Basic) includes only a small bag up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) that fits under the seat. A cabin bag up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), 8 kg (18 lb) comes with Economy / Premium Economy; Business / First.
What happens if my bag doesn't fit Lufthansa's sizer?
Staff can send it to the hold at the gate and charge for it, and a gate charge is usually far more than adding the bag online before you fly. The current amounts are on Lufthansa's own fees page. Lufthansa baggage fees
Can I bring a personal item in addition to my Lufthansa cabin bag?
Yes. Besides the cabin bag you can bring one personal item up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in), such as a handbag, laptop bag or small backpack, stowed under the seat in front of you.
Compare with other airlines
Baggage limits differ sharply between carriers — these are the ones travellers most often weigh against Lufthansa.
