Personal-item bag · 34 × 19 × 15 cm (13.4 × 7.5 × 5.9 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the depth
Lufthansa cabin bag and personal item size
Checked against Lufthansa's baggage page on 5 October 2026
Personal item (under the seat)
40 × 30 × 15 cm15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in
Cabin bag (overhead locker)
55 × 40 × 23 cm21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in
Weight: 8 kg (18 lb)
Will your bag fit Lufthansa?
Personal item. Free on every fare. Handbag, shopping bag or laptop bag; stow under the seat in front. Allowed on every fare and cabin.
Cabin bag. Not included on Economy Basic (short- and medium-haul). One item in Economy and Premium Economy; two items in Business and First. Not included on short/medium-haul Economy Basic.
What each Lufthansa fare includes
| Fare | Personal item | Cabin bag | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Basic (short- and medium-haul) | Included | Not allowed | Personal item only. HON Circle, Senator and Star Alliance Gold members get one carry-on free. |
| Economy Light, Comfort, Comfort Green & Flex (short/medium-haul) | Included | Included (8 kg) | 1 personal item + 1 carry-on, max 8 kg, 55 x 40 x 23 cm. |
| Long-haul Economy / Premium Economy | Included | Included (8 kg) | 1 personal item + 1 carry-on, max 8 kg. |
| Business / First | Included | Included (8 kg) | 1 personal item + 2 carry-on items, each max 8 kg. Flights from the USA/India: second item must be checked. |
Will a standard carry-on fit Lufthansa?
The most common US carry-on size is 22 × 14 × 9 in (56 × 36 × 23 cm, wheels included). On Lufthansa it does not fit — 0.9 cm (0.4 in) too long. The common European cabin size, 55 × 40 × 20 cm, is right at the limit.
Lufthansa's cabin bag allowance holds about 51 litres. Only 37 of the 151 airlines we track have a bigger one.
Bags that fit Lufthansa
We checked 1,046 bags with published sizes. 19 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare on every side, and another 38 are within a centimeter. 660 fit the cabin bag size comfortably.
Personal item
Personal-item bag · 39.1 × 27.4 × 14.5 cm (15.4 × 10.8 × 5.7 in)
Tight 0.5 cm (0.2 in) to spare on the depth
Personal-item bag · 38.1 × 30.5 × 14 cm (15 × 12 × 5.5 in)
Tight 0.5 cm (0.2 in) too wide; soft-sided, so it only goes in if it squeezes
Personal-item bag · 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length
Cabin bag
Carry-on suitcase · 19.1 × 12.8 × 8.9 in (48.5 × 32.5 × 22.6 cm)
Tight 0.4 cm (0.2 in) to spare on the depth; 5.1 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 45 × 38 × 20 cm (17.7 × 15 × 7.9 in)
Fits 2 cm (0.8 in) to spare on the width; 5.4 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 55 × 35 × 23 cm (21.7 × 13.8 × 9.1 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length; 5.7 kg left for packing
Carry-on suitcase · 55 × 40 × 20 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 7.9 in)
Tight exactly at the limit on the length
If your bag is too big at the gate
Non-compliant carry-on is taken at check-in or the gate and carried in the hold at your expense, card payment only: from EUR 60 / CHF 60 / USD 75 to EUR 110 / CHF 110 / USD 125 depending on route. Source
Power banks on Lufthansa
You can’t use a power bank on board. Power banks up to 100 Wh go in the cabin; 100–160 Wh needs the airline's approval. Limit: 2 per passenger. Never in checked bags. Max 2 power banks. Using or charging them on board is prohibited (except with approved medical devices). Not in overhead lockers; keep under seat, in seat pocket or on your person.
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Worth knowing
- Departing the USA, TSA rules limit you to one carry-on plus one personal item at security, whatever your class or status.
- Any bag brought to the gate counts as carry-on, regardless of checked allowance.
- On full flights Lufthansa may email offering free check-in of compliant carry-ons.
- Power banks over 100 Wh up to 160 Wh need approval registered via the Lufthansa Help Center.
Airlines with similar limits
- Wizz Air: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
- Turkish Airlines: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
- SAS Scandinavian Airlines: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
- ITA Airways: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
Lufthansa bag questions
What size is the Lufthansa personal item?
Lufthansa's free personal item can be up to 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in). Handbag, shopping bag or laptop bag; stow under the seat in front. Allowed on every fare and cabin.
How big can a Lufthansa cabin bag be?
Up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), and no heavier than 8 kg (18 lb). The airline doesn’t say whether wheels and handles count, so measure them in.
Does every Lufthansa fare include a cabin bag?
No. Economy Basic (short- and medium-haul): this fare includes only the personal item; the bigger bag costs extra or isn't allowed.
Which bags fit Lufthansa's limits?
Of the 1,046 bags we track, 19 fit the personal-item size with at least 1 cm to spare and 660 fit the cabin bag size. See the list.
Can I take a power bank on Lufthansa?
Yes, in your cabin bag only. You can’t use a power bank on board. Power banks up to 100 Wh go in the cabin; 100–160 Wh needs the airline's approval. Limit: 2 per passenger. Never in checked bags.
Sources. cabin baggage page · electronic devices and batteries page · dangerous goods overview. Rules checked 5 October 2026. Some details the airline doesn’t publish are marked as such above. Airline staff have the final say at the gate. Spotted a change? Tell us.
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