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Lufthansa vs Turkish Airlines

Side-by-side policy and rating comparison — baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, lounges, and loyalty programmes.

Verdict

Turkish Airlines scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.6/10 vs 7.9/10 for Lufthansa. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Comparison data last updated 6 July 2026

Policy comparison

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Policy Lufthansa Turkish Airlines
Cabin baggage IncludedIncluded
Checked baggage 1×23 kg long-haul; Light fare no checked short-haul20–30 kg international
In-flight Wi-Fi PaidPartial (messaging/select routes)
Economy seat pitch 31"31–32"
Loyalty programme Miles & MoreMiles&Smiles
Lounge access Business/Senator loungesMiles&Smiles lounges IST; Star Alliance Gold
Changes & refunds Flex allows changes; Light/Classic charge feeFlexible most intl fares

Individual profiles

Lufthansa

LH · Germany

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 7.9/10

Turkish Airlines

TK · Turkey

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.6/10

Editorial profiles

Germany · LH/DLH · #1 in this comparison

Lufthansa

Say Yes to the World

#7 Global 4-Star
7.9 / 10
Quick Answer

Lufthansa scores 7.9/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.4/10), ranking #7 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Lufthansa a good airline?

Lufthansa scores 7.9/10 (Very Good) on FlightLogic, ranking #7 globally with a safety score of 9.4/10. Lufthansa remains Europe's reliability anchor with strong first class on the 747-8, efficient connections, and a vast Star Alliance network. See full profile →

Overall 7.9 Very Good
Safety 9.4 Excellent Safety
Service 8.2 Cabin crew & ground
Value 7.5 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.2
Seat Comfort
8.0
Food & Beverage
7.8
In-Flight Entertainment
7.5
On-Time Performance
8.5
Value for Money
7.5

Key facts

Hub
Frankfurt & Munich
Alliance
star alliance
Founded
1953
Fleet
280 aircraft
Region
europe
IATA / ICAO
LH / DLH

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 1×23 kg long-haul; Light fare no checked short-haul
In-flight Wi-Fi Paid Wi-Fi or messaging packages
Economy seat pitch 31"
Lounge access Business/Senator lounges
Changes & refunds Flex allows changes; Light/Classic charge fee
Loyalty programme Miles & More

Strengths

  • First Class Terminal Frankfurt
  • Reliable European connections
  • Allegris cabin refresh

Weaknesses

  • Economy catering below Asian peers
  • FRA hub can feel crowded

Awards & recognition

  • Best Airline Europe Legacy
  • Best First Class Terminal FRA

Turkey · TK/THY · #2 in this comparison

Turkish Airlines

Widen Your World

#6 Global 4-Star
8.6 / 10
Quick Answer

Turkish Airlines scores 8.6/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.2/10), ranking #6 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Turkish Airlines a good airline?

Turkish Airlines scores 8.6/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #6 globally with a safety score of 9.2/10. Turkish Airlines offers the most countries served by any carrier, a stunning new Istanbul hub, and a compelling business class product at competitive fares. See full profile →

Overall 8.6 Excellent
Safety 9.2 Excellent Safety
Service 8.7 Cabin crew & ground
Value 9.0 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.7
Seat Comfort
8.5
Food & Beverage
9.1
In-Flight Entertainment
8.0
On-Time Performance
8.2
Value for Money
9.0

Key facts

Hub
Istanbul (IST)
Alliance
star alliance
Founded
1933
Fleet
400 aircraft
Region
europe
IATA / ICAO
TK / THY

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 20–30 kg international
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 31–32"
Lounge access Miles&Smiles lounges IST; Star Alliance Gold
Changes & refunds Flexible most intl fares
Loyalty programme Miles&Smiles

Strengths

  • 130+ country network
  • Miles&Smiles stopover program
  • Excellent Turkish cuisine

Weaknesses

  • IST walking distances between gates
  • Occasional baggage delays at peak season

Awards & recognition

  • Best Airline in Europe
  • Best Business Class Catering Europe

FAQ

Which is better — Lufthansa or Turkish Airlines?

Turkish Airlines scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.6/10 vs 7.9/10 for Lufthansa. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Does Lufthansa or Turkish Airlines include a carry-on bag?

Lufthansa: Included. Turkish Airlines: Included.

Which has free Wi-Fi — Lufthansa or Turkish Airlines?

Lufthansa: Paid. Turkish Airlines: Partial (messaging/select routes).

Does Lufthansa include checked baggage?

Lufthansa checked baggage: 1×23 kg long-haul; Light fare no checked short-haul.

Does Turkish Airlines include checked baggage?

Turkish Airlines checked baggage: 20–30 kg international.