Buy Extra Baggage
Updated Apr 25, 2026
Steps
- Go to https://www.lufthansa.com and click on 'My bookings' in the navigation menu.
- Log in using one of the following methods:
- - Login with Travel ID (AirlineID credentials), or
- - Enter booking code (6-character code) and last name.
- Select your booking from the list.
- Choose 'Add baggage' or 'Optional baggage' option.
- Select the number of additional bags and complete payment.
- Alternatively, use the Lufthansa app: navigate to 'My flights', select your booking, and add baggage.
Prices
Extra checked bags
Lufthansa does not publish fixed extra baggage prices; pricing varies by route, travel class, and fare type.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard extra bag | See official pricing |
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| Economy Light first bag | See official pricing |
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| Discounted second bag | See official pricing |
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Excess baggage
Flat rates apply when exceeding the free allowance in weight and/or dimensions.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Exceeding free allowance | See official pricing |
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Purchase timing
Lufthansa offers multiple purchase channels with online check-in limited to 2 hours before departure.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Online check-in | See official pricing |
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Group and partner flights
Lufthansa Group operated flights share baggage purchase eligibility.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Lufthansa Group flights | See official pricing |
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FAQ
Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?
Yes. Lufthansa offers extra baggage purchase online via My Bookings, the Lufthansa app, or during online check-in.
Where do I buy extra baggage?
Purchase via My Bookings on the website, the Lufthansa app, during online check-in, through a travel agency, the Service Center, or at the airport.
When should I buy extra baggage?
Buy online through My Bookings before check-in for the best price. Online check-in purchase is available if checking in more than 2 hours before departure.
How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?
Online purchase is limited to 5 bags; for more, contact the Service Center or purchase at the airport. Maximum weight is 23 kg for Economy and Premium Economy, 32 kg for Business and First Class. Maximum dimensions are 158 cm total (H+W+D) for standard bags, up to 292 cm for excess baggage.
How does Lufthansa calculate extra baggage charges?
Lufthansa does not publish fixed extra baggage prices. Pricing varies by route, travel class, and fare type. Use the baggage calculator on the website or check Manage Booking for specific pricing.
What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?
Baggage exceeding 32 kg or 292 cm total dimensions cannot be purchased online and must be handled through the Service Center. Flat rates apply when exceeding the free allowance in weight and/or dimensions.
Do partner-airline flights have different baggage rules?
Extra baggage purchase is available on Lufthansa Group operated flights (Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Discover Airlines, Air Dolomiti). For flights operated by other partner airlines, contact the operating airline directly.