Lufthansa Introduces ‘Economy Basic’ Fare

The option will be available on select short- and medium-haul flights.

Lorne Philipot

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 11:05 AM ET

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A Lufthansa A320neo in Frankfurt. (Photo: Lufthansa Media)

Key Takeaways:

Lufthansa is launching a new "economy basic" fare for select short- and medium-haul flights, effective May 19.
This new fare will feature Europe's smallest free cabin baggage allowance, measuring 40 x 30 x 15 cm, which is even smaller than those offered by budget airlines.
The introduction of this lighter fare aims to provide an attractive entry-level option and enhance Lufthansa's competitiveness against budget carriers.

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Lufthansa is set to introduce a new “economy basic” fare for short- and medium-haul flights next month.

The product, which will be available only on select routes, comes into service on May 19.

The new light fare comes with Europe’s smallest free cabin baggage allowance.

The Independent reported that the offering includes a smaller cabin baggage allowance than either Ryanair or Wizz Air. These budget carriers allow free cabin bags measuring 40 x 30 x 20 cm, with a volume of 24 liters.

Lufthansa’s new economy basic cabin baggage limit is smaller, with the dimensions 40 x 30 x 15 cm. This enables a maximum volume of 18 liters.

The fare has been introduced to offer an attractive entry-level option and position Lufthansa to better compete with budget carriers.

Lorne Philipot

Lorne is a South Africa-based aviation journalist. He was captivated and fascinated by flying from the day he took his first airline flight. With a passion for aviation in his blood, he has flown to destinations in all corners of the globe. Lorne has traveled extensively and lived in various countries. Drawing on his travels and passion for aviation, Lorne enjoys writing about airlines, routes, networks, and new developments.