# Lufthansa Group Introduces 'Economy Basic' Fare Without Carry-On Bag

_Apr 23 22:49_

Tags: Air Dolomiti, Air France-KLM, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Discover Airlines, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, SWISS, Economy Basic, Economy Light

Lufthansa Group is launching a new 'Economy Basic' fare class for short and medium haul flights that excludes full-size carry-on bags. The change applies to bookings made from April 28, 2026, for travel starting May 19, 2026, across the entire Lufthansa Group network

## Summary

Lufthansa Group is overhauling its short and medium haul fare structure by introducing a new entry-level fare called 'Economy Basic'. Key details:
- **Effective Dates**: Tickets booked as of April 28, 2026, for travel as of May 19, 2026.
- **Scope**: Applies across Lufthansa Group airlines, including Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Discover Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, and Air Dolomiti.
- **Baggage Allowance**: Unlike previous entry-level fares, Economy Basic does not include a full-size carry-on bag. It only includes one personal item (e.g., laptop bag or small backpack). Passengers can add carry-on or checked baggage for a fee.
- **Fare Comparison**: - **Economy Basic**: No carry-on, non-refundable, non-rebookable. - **Economy Light**: Includes full-size carry-on, non-refundable, rebookable for a €100 fee.
- **Context**: This marks a widespread rollout of a 'no full-size carry-on' policy across a major European airline group, similar to KLM's existing structure but on a larger scale. The airline markets this as a transparent, tailored selection for customers

## Why it matters

Affects 8 airline programs (Air Dolomiti, Air France-KLM, Austrian Airlines...).

## Sources cited

- [One Mile at a Time](https://onemileatatime.com/news/lufthansa-economy-basic-fares-carry-on-bag-not-included) — Lufthansa Adds Punitive Economy Basic Fares: Carry-On Bag Not Included!

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