Airline
Lufthansa
Policies verified March 2026
Lufthansa was named World's Most Family-Friendly Airline 2025 by Skytrax, and the policies back it up. Bassinets on long-haul, kids' meals by chef Alexander Herrmann, and free standard seat selection for families make it a top-tier European carrier for parents. The main gaps: inflatable sleep devices are banned, and the 40 cm car seat width limit is tighter than most competitors. If you can live without a toddler bed, Lufthansa is hard to beat from Germany.
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Can I bring a stroller on Lufthansa?
Lufthansa allows compact foldable strollers in the cabin within standard dimensions (55x40x23 cm, 8 kg). Gate check is free for one stroller per child. As a Lufthansa Group carrier, the policy is well-documented and consistently enforced across airports. A reliable stroller experience for families flying out of Germany.
Can I use a car seat on Lufthansa?
Lufthansa accepts car seats with FAA, EASA, or equivalent certification, but the 40 cm maximum seat width is tighter than many competitors. Both forward and rear-facing are allowed. No gate check for car seats, so plan to use yours onboard or check it at the counter. Check the table below to see which car seats fit within the 40 cm limit.
Does Lufthansa allow toddler airplane beds?
Lufthansa bans all inflatable sleep devices. JetKids BedBox may be tolerated at crew discretion, but do not count on it. If your toddler needs a flat surface for long-haul sleep, Lufthansa is not the right carrier. Check the table below for European airlines with friendlier sleep device policies.
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Does Lufthansa have bassinets?
Bassinets available on long-haul aircraft. Max weight 11 kg.
What meals does Lufthansa offer for children?
Kids' meals by chef Alexander Herrmann on flights over 185 minutes.
Does Lufthansa offer family preboarding?
Priority boarding for families with young children.
How much checked baggage do infants get on Lufthansa?
Two items of baby equipment per child checked free.
How much does a lap infant cost on Lufthansa?
Does Lufthansa provide complimentary strollers?
Lufthansa does not offer complimentary strollers at the airport.
Other family amenities on Lufthansa
Lufthansa earned the Skytrax World's Most Family-Friendly Airline 2025 award, and the experience reflects it. Bassinets on long-haul, chef-designed kids' meals, and free seat selection for families set a high bar. The inflatable sleep device ban is the main gap in an otherwise excellent family offering.