To make travel easier and more convenient for customers, Lufthansa Airlines Checked Baggage Policy has a well-defined and organized checked baggage policy. You can avoid unforeseen costs, delays, or repacking at the airport by being aware of the restrictions before your trip. Lufthansa offers policies that address various travel requirements, from weight restrictions and bag dimensions to class-based allowances and specific products. A stress-free and well-prepared trip is ensured by being aware of these specifics.

Basic size & weight guidelines

No matter which class you fly or which route, there are some very standard size and weight ceiling limits:

• The maximum size per piece of checked baggage is 158 cm (62 in) when you add width + height + depth.
• For many flights, the maximum allowed weight per checked bag is 32 kg (70 lb). Bags heavier than that will not be accepted as regular checked baggage and must be sent as air cargo.

So even if your fare says “one bag” you still must ensure it does not exceed these basic physical/weight limitations.

What you get (free allowance) based on class & route

Here’s a breakdown of typical free checked-baggage allowances for Lufthansa:

Intercontinental routes (long-haul)

• Economy class: Generally 1 bag up to 23 kg (50 lb).
• Premium Economy: Usually 2 bags up to 23 kg each.
• Business class: Typically 2 bags each up to 32 kg (70 lb).
• First class: Often 3 bags each up to 32 kg.

Within Europe / shorter-haul

The allowances can be more constrained: for example, certain Economy fares may include 0 free checked bags under the “Light” fare option.

Excess, overweight and over size baggage – what happens if you exceed?

If you exceed your free baggage allowance in number, weight or size, extra fees apply. Some key points:

• Anything over the permitted weight or over 158 cm total dimensions can trigger a flat excess‐baggage fee.
• Lufthansa will not accept checked baggage over 32 kg (70 lb) as a normal item; such bags must be transported via air cargo at higher cost.
• Fees differ by route. For example, economy on a U.S. – Europe route: the second bag (23 kg) may have a significant USD fee.