--- title: "Lufthansa Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "Lufthansa review: FlightLogic editorial rating 7.9/10, safety score 9.4/10. Lufthansa remains Europe's reliability anchor with strong first class on the 747-8,…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/lufthansa/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · LH # Lufthansa Say Yes to the World Photo: Sg1959 / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 Lufthansa remains Europe's reliability anchor with strong first class on the 747-8, efficient connections, and a vast Star Alliance network. Last updated 30 June 2026 Very Good · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose Lufthansa for my next long-haul work trip? Lufthansa scores 7.9/10 (safety 9.4/10), ranking #21 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 1×23 kg long-haul; Light fare no checked short-haul. Economy seat pitch: 31"; loyalty programme: Miles & More. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below. **FlightLogic score** 7.9/10 **Safety** 9.4/10 **Global rank** #21 **Wi-Fi policy** Paid Wi-Fi ## Who should think twice about Lufthansa Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - Economy catering below Asian peers - FRA hub can feel crowded ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Lufthansa — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | 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 | ## Awards & Recognition - Best Airline Europe Legacy - Best First Class Terminal FRA ## Airline Details **IATA Code** LH **ICAO Code** DLH **Hub** Frankfurt & Munich **Alliance** star alliance **Founded** 1953 **Fleet Size** 280 aircraft ## Strengths - First Class Terminal Frankfurt - Reliable European connections - Allegris cabin refresh ## Weaknesses - Economy catering below Asian peers - FRA hub can feel crowded ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare Lufthansa fares from the UK Search live prices on Lufthansa (LH) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## Lufthansa travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Lufthansa. ### Baggage & fees | Cabin bag | 1 piece 55 × 40 × 23 cm, 8 kg (business 2 × 8 kg) · Up to 8 kg | | --- | --- | | Checked bag (economy) | Light none; Classic/Flex 1 × 23 kg; premium economy 2 × 23 kg | | Checked bag (business) | 2 × 32 kg | | Seat selection | Light pays; free on Classic/Flex | | Change fee | Light non-changeable; Flex free changes | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality **Not currently tracked.** Unverified — not in Cirium 2025 regional top 10s; no comparable published annual figure found Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — [see our methodology](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 318 aircraft **Average age** 14.4 years **Main types** A320 family, A321neo, A350-900, B747-8, A340-300 **Economy pitch** 30–32 in **Business seat** Fully flat 2-2-2; Allegris 1-2-1 rolling out **Wi-Fi** Paid on most aircraft; free messaging ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered IOSA-registered; German LBA oversight **FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.4/10** — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status. ### Loyalty **Programme** Miles & More **Currency** Miles Tiers: Member, Frequent Traveller, Senator, HON Circle ### Rating history - Q3 2026 7.9/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: lufthansa.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Lufthansa Group Annual Report 2025 (group fleet average age — mainline may differ) · Punctuality unverified — no comparable published annual figure found ## About Lufthansa Lufthansa remains Europe's reliability anchor with strong first class on the 747-8, efficient connections, and a vast Star Alliance network. Key strengths: First Class Terminal Frankfurt. Reliable European connections. Allegris cabin refresh. Areas for improvement: Economy catering below Asian peers. FRA hub can feel crowded. ## Editorial Lufthansa Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for Lufthansa. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20Lufthansa). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## Lufthansa — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Lufthansa a good airline? Lufthansa scores 7.9/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include First Class Terminal Frankfurt; Reliable European connections. ### What is Lufthansa's safety score? Lufthansa scores 9.4/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance. ### What alliance is Lufthansa in? Lufthansa is a member of star alliance. ### Where is Lufthansa's hub? Lufthansa's primary hub is Frankfurt & Munich. The airline was founded in 1953 and operates approximately 280 aircraft. ## Similar Airlines