{"id":1766,"date":"2019-11-14T08:00:51","date_gmt":"2019-11-14T08:00:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thegetawaylounge.co.uk\/?p=1766"},"modified":"2024-01-01T16:47:58","modified_gmt":"2024-01-01T16:47:58","slug":"how-strict-are-lufthansa-with-hand-luggage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thegetawaylounge.co.uk\/blog\/how-strict-are-lufthansa-with-hand-luggage","title":{"rendered":"How strict are Lufthansa with hand luggage 2024?"},"content":{"rendered":"

How strict are Lufthansa with hand luggage?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Just how strict are Lufthansa with hand luggage size and weight?<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a question we hear all the time, and here’s the latest.<\/p>\n

Lufthansa are relatively strict and state that if you\u2019re travelling with hand luggage only, you\u2019ll be allowed to take one main bag on board as well as a smaller personal item. According to them, your main bag must fit in the sizer and so be easily stowed in the overhead compartment. Your smaller item must be small enough to fit under the seat in front of you.<\/strong><\/p>\n

And if you’re looking for a carry on which is a great fit for Lufthansa and many others, we recommend this Maximum Allowance suitcase<\/a><\/strong> on Amazon.<\/p>\n

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Lufthansa\u2019s main hand luggage policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Lufthansa have a main hand luggage allowance as follows:<\/p>\n

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Dimensions for carry-on baggage: max. 55 x 40 x 23 cm<\/strong><\/p>\n

OR<\/p>\n

Dimensions for foldable garment bags:\u00a0max. 57 x 54 x 15 cm<\/strong><\/p>\n

(you can choose one of the above, <\/strong>weighing no more than 8kg)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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If you\u2019re an Economy or Premium Economy passengers, you can only have one of these cabin bags on board.<\/p>\n

And if you\u2019re travelling Business or First class, you\u2019re allowed 2 items of cabin baggage.<\/p>\n

Lufthansa\u2019s smaller bag policy<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In addition to your main bag\/s, Lufthansa also allow a smaller \u201cpersonal item\u201d which must fit under the seat in front of you and mustn\u2019t be any bigger than 40 x 30 x 10 cm.<\/p>\n

Examples include a handbag, airport purchase or maybe a small duffel bag for instance.<\/p>\n

This therefore leaves you with a little more room in your main bag to fit in any other essentials you might need.<\/p>\n

Lufthansa hand luggage liquids <\/strong><\/h3>\n

Like most airlines, Lufthansa allow you to pack liquids into your hand luggage as long as they are placed in a transparent, plastic bag with a volume of no more than 100ml.<\/p>\n

These bags must be a maximum capacity of 1 litre.<\/p>\n

My main bag is slightly over-sized, should I risk it?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

This is probably the most common question we get when it comes to Lufthansa\u2019s hand luggage policy.<\/p>\n

And the only straight forward answer is that rules are rules, and if you fail to comply you will run the risk of being caught out.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s money that could have been invested in a top quality bag for years to come, like this suitcase<\/u><\/a> on Amazon which is great value for money and the perfect fit.<\/p>\n

That said, if you\u2019ve got a soft-sided bag which is only slightly oversized, you have a much better chance of being able to squeeze it into the rectangular sizer, if required to.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ve got a hard case and that\u2019s oversized however, you\u2019re treading on thin ice as there\u2019s no way you\u2019ll be able to fit it in the steel cage!<\/p>\n

My main bag is slightly overweight, should I risk it?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Whilst it\u2019s rare for airlines to investigate hand luggage<\/a>, it\u2019s worth weighing it just so you\u2019re aware.<\/p>\n

And you should try and stick within the limits if at all possible, but don\u2019t worry too much if it\u2019s only slightly<\/em> overweight.<\/p>\n

Just be ready to stick on some of your bulky clothing at the gate in the unlikely event your luggage does get weighed and is over.<\/p>\n

Think about wearing your coat with deep pockets stuffed with belongings if you\u2019re really looking to get the most of your hard-earned cash!<\/p>\n

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Does checking in online make a difference?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It certainly does.<\/p>\n

By checking in online you give yourself a much better chance of being able to glide through the gate.<\/p>\n

Conversely, if you do not check in you give yourself a better chance of being asked questions at the Lufthansa desk!<\/p>\n

Besides, we always recommend checking-in online if you plan on taking hand luggage only.<\/p>\n

This way you\u2019ll have more time to get through security and relax pre-flight.<\/p>\n

The best Lufthansa hand luggage, ensuring compliance<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you\u2019d rather not take the risk with Lufthansa\u2019s hand luggage policy, here\u2019s one of our favourite maximum allowance bags<\/a><\/strong> which is fully compliant with the latest rules.<\/p>\n

This way you won\u2019t have to worry about how strict Lufthansa are going to be on the day you travel.<\/p>\n

After all, you just never know!<\/p>\n

Lufthansa checked-in baggage allowance<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If after reading this post you are now thinking about paying to have your luggage placed in the hold, here\u2019s the deal:<\/p>\n