Lufthansa Baggage Allowance Summary
Last verified: 13 June 2026 · Official policy: https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules
| Baggage type | Allowance | Details |
|---|---|---|
| International checked baggage | India routes (piece concept): Economy Light 0 bags · Economy (Comfort) 1 × 23 kg • Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg • Business 2 × 32 kg (Business Light 1 × 32 kg) • First 3 × 32 kg | Lufthansa long-haul is piece concept (each piece max 158 cm): Economy Light includes NO checked bag; standard Economy (Comfort/Comfort Plus/Green/Flex) 1 × 23 kg; Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg (PE Light 1 × 23 kg); Business 2 × 32 kg (Business Light 1 × 32 kg); First 3 × 32 kg. Comfort fares and above also include one ski/snowboard set free (max 23 kg, 200 cm). HON/Senator/Star Gold get +1 piece. |
| Cabin bag (hand luggage) | Economy & Premium Economy: 1 × 8 kg cabin bag + personal item • Business/First: 2 × 8 kg — BUT ex-India only 1 may be carried on board | Dimensions: Cabin bag max 55 × 40 × 23 cm (8 kg each); personal item 40 × 30 × 15 cm. India exception per Lufthansa: on flights departing India, Business and First passengers must CHECK IN their second cabin bag — effectively one cabin bag + personal item on board ex-India. Gate fee for non-compliant carry-ons: EUR 60–110. |
| Excess baggage rate | Chargeable | Mumbai–Frankfurt (LH's calculator, one-way): first bag on Economy Light EUR 65 online (price holds to 8 days before departure) / EUR 100 at the counter; an additional bag EUR 160 online / EUR 210 counter. Overweight 24–32 kg within your allowance: EUR 120 at the counter (oversize+overweight EUR 240). Online prices are minimums — up to EUR 10 dynamic uplift. No INR pricing (EUR/USD only). |
| Infant baggage (under 2 years) | See details | Lap infants (0–2) get one 23 kg checked bag (158 cm) on every fare EXCEPT Economy Light/Basic, plus one child seat, carrycot, foldable pushchair, bike trailer or baby carrier free in the hold. |
| Sports / special equipment | Chargeable | One ski/snowboard set travels FREE on Economy Comfort fares and above (max 23 kg / 200 cm; 32 kg in Business/First). Other sports equipment: EUR 200 (up to 32 kg) or EUR 320 bulky (up to 315 cm) on Mumbai–Frankfurt; reserve at least 72 hours ahead. Over 32 kg / 315 cm goes Lufthansa Cargo. No free sports baggage on Light fares. |
| USA-bound flights | Piece concept | Lufthansa is piece-concept on all long-haul (India and USA alike): Economy 1 × 23 kg (Light 0), Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg, Business 2 × 32 kg, each piece max 158 cm. |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lufthansa's checked baggage allowance for international flights?
India routes (piece concept): Economy Light 0 bags · Economy (Comfort) 1 × 23 kg • Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg • Business 2 × 32 kg (Business Light 1 × 32 kg) • First 3 × 32 kg. Lufthansa long-haul is piece concept (each piece max 158 cm): Economy Light includes NO checked bag; standard Economy (Comfort/Comfort Plus/Green/Flex) 1 × 23 kg; Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg (PE Light 1 × 23 kg); Business 2 × 32 kg (Business Light 1 × 32 kg); First 3 × 32 kg. Comfort fares and above also include one ski/snowboard set free (max 23 kg, 200 cm). HON/Senator/Star Gold get +1 piece. Always confirm at https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules before flying.
What is the cabin bag (hand luggage) limit for Lufthansa?
Economy & Premium Economy: 1 × 8 kg cabin bag + personal item • Business/First: 2 × 8 kg — BUT ex-India only 1 may be carried on board. Dimensions: Cabin bag max 55 × 40 × 23 cm (8 kg each); personal item 40 × 30 × 15 cm. India exception per Lufthansa: on flights departing India, Business and First passengers must CHECK IN their second cabin bag — effectively one cabin bag + personal item on board ex-India. Gate fee for non-compliant carry-ons: EUR 60–110. Always verify your specific allowance on https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules before flying — airlines can change these limits without prior notice.
What are Lufthansa's excess baggage charges?
Mumbai–Frankfurt (LH's calculator, one-way): first bag on Economy Light EUR 65 online (price holds to 8 days before departure) / EUR 100 at the counter; an additional bag EUR 160 online / EUR 210 counter. Overweight 24–32 kg within your allowance: EUR 120 at the counter (oversize+overweight EUR 240). Online prices are minimums — up to EUR 10 dynamic uplift. No INR pricing (EUR/USD only). Excess baggage rates change frequently — confirm the current rate on https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules. To avoid excess charges, pre-purchase additional baggage online through "Manage Booking" — it is typically 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter.
What is Lufthansa's baggage allowance for infants?
Lap infants (0–2) get one 23 kg checked bag (158 cm) on every fare EXCEPT Economy Light/Basic, plus one child seat, carrycot, foldable pushchair, bike trailer or baby carrier free in the hold. Confirm current infant baggage policy at https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules.
What about sports equipment and special items?
One ski/snowboard set travels FREE on Economy Comfort fares and above (max 23 kg / 200 cm; 32 kg in Business/First). Other sports equipment: EUR 200 (up to 32 kg) or EUR 320 bulky (up to 315 cm) on Mumbai–Frankfurt; reserve at least 72 hours ahead. Over 32 kg / 315 cm goes Lufthansa Cargo. No free sports baggage on Light fares.
How do I avoid excess baggage fees on Lufthansa?
The best way to avoid excess baggage fees on Lufthansa is to pre-purchase additional baggage allowance when booking on HappyFares or through the airline's "Manage Booking" portal before your flight — this is typically 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport check-in counter. Also, weigh your bags at home before the airport. If you are travelling with a group, distribute weight across all passengers while staying within each individual limit. Codeshare flights may use the operating carrier's policy, not the marketing carrier's — confirm with both airlines.
Is the baggage allowance different on USA-bound flights with Lufthansa?
Lufthansa is piece-concept on all long-haul (India and USA alike): Economy 1 × 23 kg (Light 0), Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg, Business 2 × 32 kg, each piece max 158 cm. Verify the specific allowance on https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules for your route and class of service.
Does Lufthansa Economy Light include checked baggage from India?
No — Lufthansa Economy Light includes no checked bag on India routes (adding the first bag costs about EUR 65 online up to 8 days before departure, EUR 100 at the counter). Standard Economy (Comfort and above) includes 1 × 23 kg, Premium Economy 2 × 23 kg, Business 2 × 32 kg, First 3 × 32 kg. India-specific cabin rule: Business and First passengers departing India must check in their second 8 kg cabin bag — only one may be carried on board.
What is the Lufthansa cabin (hand) baggage size limit in cm?
Cabin bag max 55 × 40 × 23 cm (8 kg each); personal item 40 × 30 × 15 cm. India exception per Lufthansa: on flights departing India, Business and First passengers must CHECK IN their second cabin bag — effectively one cabin bag + personal item on board ex-India. Gate fee for non-compliant carry-ons: EUR 60–110. The cabin baggage weight limit is Economy & Premium Economy: 1 × 8 kg cabin bag + personal item • Business/First: 2 × 8 kg — BUT ex-India only 1 may be carried on board. Size limits are checked at the gate — an oversized bag is moved to the hold and can attract a fee, so measure your trolley bag (wheels and handles included) before you fly. Confirm at https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules.
How do I add extra baggage on Lufthansa after booking, and how much does it cost?
You can add prepaid extra baggage any time after booking through Lufthansa's "Manage Booking" on https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules, or from HappyFares My Trips — buying it online is about 20–30% cheaper than paying at the airport counter. Mumbai–Frankfurt (LH's calculator, one-way): first bag on Economy Light EUR 65 online (price holds to 8 days before departure) / EUR 100 at the counter; an additional bag EUR 160 online / EUR 210 counter. Overweight 24–32 kg within your allowance: EUR 120 at the counter (oversize+overweight EUR 240). Online prices are minimums — up to EUR 10 dynamic uplift. No INR pricing (EUR/USD only). Add it before the online cut-off (usually a few hours before departure); after that you pay the higher per-kg rate at check-in.
What is the maximum weight for a single checked bag on Lufthansa?
A single checked bag must not exceed 32 kg on Lufthansa — a fixed baggage-handler safety limit that applies on virtually every airline. If your free allowance is higher, split it across two or more pieces, each 32 kg or under. A bag over your free limit but under 32 kg is accepted on payment of excess; a single piece over 32 kg is refused at check-in and must travel as cargo. Confirm piece rules at https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules.
Can I carry a power bank in Lufthansa cabin baggage?
Yes — power banks are allowed ONLY in cabin baggage (never checked-in). Per DGCA's 11-November-2025 advisory, you may carry up to 2 power banks per passenger. Each must be ≤100 Wh for unrestricted carriage; 100-160 Wh requires airline approval; >160 Wh is banned. Store them in your seat pocket or under-seat personal item — NOT in overhead bins. In-flight use is banned, including charging from aircraft USB ports. A 20,000 mAh / 3.7V power bank equals 74 Wh, so it's permitted.
How many liquids can I carry in Lufthansa hand baggage?
Per BCAS rules, each liquid container must be 100ml or less, all containers combined fit in one transparent 1-litre resealable bag, and one bag per passenger. This applies to water, perfume, shampoo, gel, toothpaste, and cosmetics. Exceptions: baby food/milk in reasonable quantities; prescription medicine with prescription; duty-free liquids in a Sealed Tamper-Evident Bag (STEB) with receipt. Water bottles bought after security are allowed onboard.
Are keys allowed in hand luggage on Lufthansa?
Yes — house and car keys are allowed in both cabin (hand) baggage and checked baggage on Lufthansa and all Indian flights; they are not a restricted item. The only exception is a keychain multi-tool or keyring with a blade or sharp point longer than 6 cm, which must go in checked baggage, not the cabin.
What items are not allowed in Lufthansa hand (cabin) baggage?
Prohibited in cabin baggage on Indian flights (per BCAS): sharp objects with a blade or point over 6 cm (knives, scissors, box cutters), tools such as screwdrivers, hammers and wrenches, sporting bats and cue sticks, firearms and ammunition, flammable liquids and aerosols, and most lighters and matchboxes. Power banks are cabin-only (never checked-in); liquids must follow the 100 ml rule. When in doubt, pack the item in checked baggage — confirm the current list at https://www.lufthansa.com/in/en/free-baggage-rules.