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Lufthansa Airlines provides clear and comprehensive baggage policies to ensure a smooth travel experience. From generous allowances for premium passengers to efficient handling services, Lufthansa ensures your luggage is in safe hands.

Carry-On Baggage updated as of 20 December 2024

  1. Allowance
    1. Economy and Premium Economy Class: 1 carry-on bag (up to 8 kg/17 lbs).
    2. Business Class and First Class: 2 carry-on bags (up to 8 kg/17 lbs each).
  2. Dimensions
    1. Maximum size: 55 x 40 x 23 cm (21 x 15 x 9 inches).
    2. For foldable garment bags: 57 x 54 x 15 cm (22 x 21 x 5 inches).
  3. Additional Items

    Passengers are allowed one personal item, such as a laptop bag or handbag, in addition to the carry-on allowance.

Checked Baggage:

  1. Allowance by Class
    1. Economy Class: 1 bag (up to 23 kg/50 lbs).
    2. Premium Economy Class: 2 bags (up to 23 kg/50 lbs each).
    3. Business Class: 2 bags (up to 32 kg/70 lbs each).
    4. First Class: 3 bags (up to 32 kg/70 lbs each).
  2. Dimensions

    Each checked bag should not exceed 158 cm (62 inches) when combining length, width, and height.

  3. Excess Baggage

    Additional or oversized baggage can be pre-purchased online at a discounted rate. For assistance, contact FondTravels at +1 (323) 800 6001.

Special Baggage

  1. Sports Equipment

    Sports items like golf bags or skis can be transported. Advance notification is required; fees may apply depending on size and weight.

  2. Musical Instruments

    Instruments can be carried as part of your allowance or as a separate seat reservation, depending on their size.

  3. Fragile or High-Value Items

    Lufthansa recommends using specialized packaging or cargo services for fragile or high-value items.

Lost or Delayed Baggage

Lufthansa offers a robust tracking system to assist passengers in locating lost or delayed baggage. Claims can be initiated online or at the airport service desk. For immediate assistance, contact Lufthansa's customer service or FondTravels at +1 (323) 800 6001.

FAQs

The baggage allowance varies by class: Economy passengers can check 1 bag, while First Class passengers can check up to 3.

Carry-on baggage must not exceed 8 kg (17 lbs) per item.

Yes, sports equipment can be carried with advance notification. Fees may apply based on weight and dimensions.

You can file a report online or at the airport. Lufthansa's tracking system efficiently locates lost or delayed bags.

Extra baggage can be added online through the Lufthansa website or mobile app or by calling FondTravels at +1 (323) 800 6001.

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