Lufthansa hand luggage allowance

Lufthansa hand luggage rules

• Economy Basic (short/medium-haul): 1 personal item only, no carry-on bag.
• Economy Light, Comfort and Flex (short/medium-haul) and all long-haul Economy: 1 personal item + 1 carry-on bag.
• Premium Economy: 1 personal item + 1 carry-on bag.
• Business and First: 1 personal item + 2 carry-on bags.
• A folding garment bag max. 57 x 54 x 15 cm and 8 kg counts as one carry-on item.
• Small musical instruments allowed within the allowance: height + width + length = max. 125 cm and 8 kg.
• Duty-free purchases are permitted in addition to the carry-on allowance.
• One baby bassinet or child seat per small child carried free; one foldable stroller per toddler.
• No weight limit is published for the personal item.
• Mobility aids and medical equipment are carried free of charge.

Liquids

Containers with liquids and gel-like substances may hold up to 100 ml each, carried in one resealable, clear plastic bag per person (max. 1 litre).

Source: Carry-on baggage | Lufthansa. Checked 20 September 2026.

Remember that the liquids rule that applies to you is set by the airport you fly from, not the airline. Check your departure airport before you pack.

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