What items are not allowed on Lufthansa?


What items are not allowed on Lufthansa?

For reasons of safety, the following items are prohibited:
  • Caustic materials, such as acids, alkalis, wet cell batteries.
  • Containers with gas, for example irritant gases, self-defence sprays.
  • Containers with flammable liquids, such as lighter fuel, paint, varnish, cleaning agents.


Can I bring a backpack and a carry-on Lufthansa?

Lufthansa Carry-On Baggage Allowance 1 cabin bag (Economy/ Premium Economy) or 2 items of cabin baggage (Business/ First), each with a weight of no more than 8 kg/ 17 lbs. Passengers may also carry on as hand luggage a smaller personal item, such as a handbag or laptop bag.


Does Lufthansa check bag weight?

For all tickets a maximum travel weight of 32 kg per item of baggage applies, irrespective of service class. Items of baggage which exceed these weights will not be accepted as travel baggage.


What happens if my carry-on is too heavy?

If your cabin baggage exceeds the authorized weight and dimensions, we shall be required to: - ask you to pay an additional charge, payable by credit card only, at the cost of the additional baggage. - ask you to leave your baggage at the baggage disputes service in the event of payment refusal.


Does backpack count as carry-on?

A carry on bag is your larger, primary bag, which you'll stow in the overhead bin. A backpack can be your carry on if it meets your airline's carry on size limits. A personal item is a smaller, secondary bag, which you'll stow under the seat in front of you.


What is the 3-1-1 rule?

Each passenger may carry liquids, gels and aerosols in travel-size containers that are 3.4 ounces or100 milliliters. Each passenger is limited to one quart-size bag of liquids, gels and aerosols.


What if my hand luggage is overweight?

Airlines have rules about bag weights. But if your bag weighs more than the limit, you've only got two choices - take the weight out, or pay more. Some airlines simply have a limit, and the bag must weigh less than the limit.


What is banned from hand luggage on a plane?

Almost any sharp object you can imagine will not be allowed on-board a plane in your hand luggage. This includes obvious items like knives, saws, swords, and machetes, but also small items with blades like pairs of scissors that are 4 or longer in size.


Can I put all my toiletries in my checked luggage?

Any item that alarms or is unable to be screened will not be permitted in your carry-on bag. We recommend packing all liquids, gels, and aerosols that are over 3.4 oz or 100 ml in your checked baggage, even if they are in a secure, tamper-evident bag.


What if my luggage is 1 kg overweight?

That depends if you have several kg overweight and are asking for the price per kg or if you really just only have one single kg extra. For a singe kg above the limit you most probably will not get charged, especially not on a full service airline. There is usually a tolerance in the range of 2–3kg, sometimes up to 5.


Can I take 2 perfumes on a plane?

The FAA limits the total amount of restricted medicinal and toiletry articles, including aerosols, in checked baggage. The total aggregate quantity per person cannot exceed 2 kg (70 ounces) or 2 L (68 fluid ounces). The capacity of each container must not exceed 0.5 kg (18 ounces) or 500 ml (17 fluid ounces).


Can I put full size shampoo in checked luggage?

We recommend packing all liquids, gels, and aerosols that are over 3.4 oz or 100 ml in your checked baggage, even if they are in a secure, tamper-evident bag. Liquids more than 3.4 oz or 100 ml not in a secure, tamper-evident bag must be packed in checked baggage.


Do you have to declare food in checked luggage?

Yes, you may pack food in your carry-on or checked bag, but remember all food must undergo x-ray screening. Foods that are liquids, gels, or aerosols must comply with the 3-1-1 liquids rule. TSA officers make the final decision on whether certain items are permitted into the secured areas of the airport.


Can I bring medicine on a plane?

You can bring your medication in pill or solid form in unlimited amounts as long as it is screened. You can travel with your medication in both carry-on and checked baggage. It's highly recommended you place these items in your carry-on in the event that you need immediate access.


What is not allowed in airport luggage?

Liquid or gel food items larger than 3.4 oz are not allowed in carry-on bags and should be placed in your checked bags if possible. TSA officers may instruct travelers to separate items from carry-on bags such as foods, powders, and any materials that can clutter bags and obstruct clear images on the X-ray machine.