Which has the bigger carry-on allowance, LOT or Lufthansa?

LOT: 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), up to 8 kg (17.6 lb). Lufthansa: 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in), up to 8 kg (17.6 lb).

Where do LOT and Lufthansa fly from?

LOT's main hubs are WAW. Lufthansa's are Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC). The better pick is often whichever flies nonstop from your airport.

Are LOT and Lufthansa partners?

Yes. Both belong to Star Alliance, so you can usually earn miles and use elite benefits across the two.

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LOT vs Lufthansa

Q: Do LOT and Lufthansa include a carry-on on basic economy?

LOT: Economy Saver includes the 8 kg carry-on but no checked bag; Standard and Flex include one 23 kg bag on most routes. Lufthansa: Economy Basic, on every European route from October 27, 2026, includes only a personal item; you can buy a carry-on online but not at the airport. Long-haul fares start at Economy Light, which keeps the 8 kg carry-on.

LOT wins on a carry-on on its cheapest fare; Lufthansa doesn't clearly win any category. Here's how they compare on bags, fees, comfort, reliability and loyalty.

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

LOT

Wins 1 category

A carry-on on its cheapest fare

Lufthansa

No clear category wins

Quick verdict

LOT wins on a carry-on on its cheapest fare; Lufthansa doesn't clearly win any category. Check the cheapest fare's bag rules before you compare prices.

Carry-on size: LOT: 55 × 40 × 23 cm · Lufthansa: 55 × 40 × 23 cm
Carry-on on the cheapest fare: LOT: Included on every fare · Lufthansa: Not on some basic fares

Side by side

	LOT	Lufthansa
Bags
Carry-on size	55 × 40 × 23 cm	55 × 40 × 23 cm
Carry-on on the cheapest fare	Included on every fare	Not on some basic fares
Carry-on weight limit	8 kg (17.6 lb)	8 kg (17.6 lb)
Personal item	Must fit under the seat	40 × 30 × 15 cm
Network
Alliance	Star Alliance	Star Alliance
Loyalty program	Miles & More	Miles & More
Main hubs	WAW	FRA, MUC

Highlighted values are better for travelers. Fees are for U.S. domestic economy flights; on-time data is 2025 U.S. DOT figures for each airline's own flights.

Bags and fees

Both airlines allow a carry-on up to 55 × 40 × 23 cm (21.7 × 15.7 × 9.1 in).

LOT includes it on every fare, while Lufthansa's Economy Basic / Light can be personal-item only.

Carry-on weight limits: 8 kg (17.6 lb) on LOT, 8 kg (17.6 lb) on Lufthansa.

Personal items: anything that fits under the seat on LOT, and 40 × 30 × 15 cm (15.7 × 11.8 × 5.9 in) on Lufthansa.

Basic economy

LOT (Economy Saver): Economy Saver includes the 8 kg carry-on but no checked bag; Standard and Flex include one 23 kg bag on most routes.

Lufthansa (Economy Basic / Light): Economy Basic, on every European route from October 27, 2026, includes only a personal item; you can buy a carry-on online but not at the airport. Long-haul fares start at Economy Light, which keeps the 8 kg carry-on.

Loyalty and where they fly

Both are Star Alliance members, so status and miles can work across the two.

Loyalty programs: Miles & More (LOT) and Miles & More (Lufthansa).

LOT's main hubs are WAW. Lufthansa's are Frankfurt (FRA), Munich (MUC). The best choice often comes down to which airline flies nonstop from your airport.

Which should you book?

Choose LOT if you want…

a carry-on on its cheapest fare
to earn and use Star Alliance miles and status
nonstops from WAW

Choose Lufthansa if you want…

to earn and use Star Alliance miles and status
nonstops from FRA, MUC

On a route both fly, the cheaper ticket isn't always the cheaper trip: add the bags you'll actually bring, and check the fare rules before you book.

LOT vs Lufthansa FAQ

It depends on what matters most to you. LOT wins on a carry-on on its cheapest fare; Lufthansa doesn't clearly win any category. If they fly the same route, compare the total price with bags included.

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Last verified Oct 17, 2026. Airlines change their rules without notice, so confirm with the airline before you fly.

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