Lufthansa
These rules were last checked on 10 Nov 2026, more than 100 days ago. Confirm on the airline's own page before you fly.
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Lufthansa rules
- Since 1 March 2026, a small instrument travels free in the cabin if the packed case measures no more than 125 cm in total (length + width + depth) and weighs up to 8 kg.
- The rule covers the Lufthansa Group, including SWISS, Austrian, Brussels Airlines and Eurowings.
- The instrument replaces your normal piece of carry-on. A small personal item is still allowed.
- Larger instruments need an extra seat booked through the Service Centre: up to 155 × 42 × 25 cm standing, or 110 × 42 × 50 cm strapped to the seat, 75 kg maximum.
- Some of the cheapest short-haul fares may not include the carry-on piece the instrument replaces. Check the fare.
Source: Lufthansa Group policy from 1 March 2026, as published by Brussels Airlines. Checked 10 Nov 2026.
Lufthansa instrument policy
- Small instruments up to 125 cm total (L + W + D) and 8 kg travel in the cabin.
- Valid across the Lufthansa Group since 1 March 2026.
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