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Condor Baggage Policy

Cabin Bag, personal item, checked bag fees, overweight, special items, and basic economy rules for Condor, with every figure cited to the airline's own policy page.

Quick answer

  • Carry-on: up to 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8", max 8 kg, free
  • Personal item: up to 15.7 x 11.8 x 3.9", free on every fare
  • Basic economy: Economy Light allows a personal item only

Carry-on baggage

Max dimensions (in)
21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8"
Max dimensions (cm)
55 x 40 x 20 cm
Weight limit
8 kg (17 lb)
Fee
Free
Gate-check risk
Medium

Standard 55x40x20 cm cabin bag up to 8 kg in Economy, 10 kg in Premium, and 16 kg total across two pieces in Business. Economy Light does not include the standard cabin bag, only the personal item.

Condor carry-on maximum size, 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches (55 x 40 x 20 cm) 21.6" (55 cm) 7.8" (20 cm) 15.7" (40 cm) L H W
Condor maximum carry-on dimensions, including wheels and handles.

Condor cabin bag dimensions and bag size

The maximum Condor carry-on size is 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8 inches, which works out to 55 x 40 x 20 cm. Those measurements include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Gate sizers on Condor match the published limits closely, so a bag listed as "22 inch" by a luggage brand can fail if its wheels push the total past 21.6 inches. Always measure your bag packed, not empty.

Condor cabin bag weight limit

Condor limits carry-on bags to 8 kg (17 lb). Most domestic check-in counters do not weigh carry-ons, but gate agents can pull bags that look heavy. If your bag is over the limit, expect to be asked to check it, sometimes at the higher gate-check fee.

Does Condor charge for cabin bag bags?

No. Condor includes a free carry-on bag plus a free personal item on most fares. The exception is Basic Economy, where some routes restrict you to a personal item only. Check your specific fare rules before you book.

Condor carry-on by fare class

Fare Carry-on Personal item Notes
Economy Light Not included Included Personal item only unless cabin bag is purchased.
Economy Classic Included Included One 8 kg cabin bag plus personal item.
Economy Flex Included Included Flexible changes and refunds.
Premium Included Included Cabin bag up to 10 kg.
Business Included Included Two cabin pieces up to 16 kg total.

Condor overhead bin size by aircraft

Long-haul operates the A330-900neo with modern large bins. Short-haul uses A320-family aircraft from FRA with standard narrow-body bin space.

Avoiding gate-check on Condor

Boarding is by zone, with Premium and Business boarding first. Economy Light is often last, so on full A320 rotations a purchased cabin bag may get gate-checked if overhead space runs out.

What counts as a personal item on Condor

Allowed

  • Laptop bag
  • Small backpack
  • Handbag
  • Camera bag

Counts as a second carry-on

  • Full-size rolling carry-on
  • Large duffel that does not fit 40x30x10 cm

Common Condor carry-on mistakes

  • Booking Economy Light on a long-haul US route and discovering at the airport that the cabin bag costs far more than when added online.
  • Exceeding 8 kg on the cabin bag: Condor weighs at check-in.
  • Assuming the US piece concept applies on intra-Europe flights (it does not, weight concept applies).

What happens if your bag does not fit on Condor

Condor agents enforce the 55x40x20 cm sizer and weigh bags at check-in. If Economy Light passengers arrive with a trolley without pre-paying, they are charged a higher fee at the gate.

Condor vs Lufthansa carry-on

Condor's 55x40x20 cm cabin bag is narrower than Lufthansa's 55x40x23 cm limit, though both cap weight at 8 kg in Economy. Lufthansa Economy Light does not include a checked bag either, but it does include the full cabin trolley, while Condor Economy Light strips it down to just a 40x30x10 cm personal item. On transatlantic flights both airlines give Economy Classic one 23 kg checked bag. Condor tends to undercut Lufthansa on base fare to US leisure destinations like LAS, PHX, and MCO, but the baggage add-ons narrow the gap. For families Condor's leisure aircraft configuration (A330neo) offers newer seats, while Lufthansa wins on connectivity through FRA and MUC.

See Lufthansa baggage policy

Personal item

Max dimensions (in)
15.7 x 11.8 x 3.9"
Max dimensions (cm)
40 x 30 x 10 cm
Included
Yes, free on every fare

Included with every fare, including Economy Light. Must fit under the seat in front.

Does your bag count?

Bag typeTypical sizeFit
Standard backpack
Everyday daypack, laptop backpack
 18 x 13 x 8" Too big
Tote bag
Canvas or leather tote
 15 x 14 x 5" Too big
Laptop bag
Messenger or slim briefcase
 16 x 12 x 4" Too big
Small duffel
Gym or weekender
 18 x 11 x 11" Too big
Purse
Handbag or crossbody
 12 x 10 x 5" Too big
Under-seat roller
Mini wheeled bag
 16 x 14 x 8" Too big

Checked baggage fees

Compare fees across airlines →
Domestic economy
1st bagNot published
2nd bagNot published
Long-haul / international
1st bagNot published
Weight limit50 lb
Linear dim62 in
Overweight & oversize
51–70 lb$120
71–100 lbNot published
63–80 inNot published

To the US and Canada the piece concept applies: Economy Classic includes one 23 kg bag, Premium one 32 kg bag, Business two 32 kg bags. Within Europe and to other zones the weight concept applies, with 20 kg in Economy Classic. Pre-booked extra weight runs 20 to 150 euros depending on the add-on. At-airport overweight in Zone 5 (US and Canada) is about 100 euros or 120 USD per bag, and oversize over 158 cm runs 100 to 300 euros.

Ways to skip the Condor checked bag fee

  1. Pack carry-on only. Confirm your bag fits the Condor carry-on size.
  2. Use a Condor co-branded credit card. These typically waive the first checked bag fee for the cardholder and companions.
  3. Earn elite status. Mid-tier and above usually waive one or two bags per direction.
  4. Book a higher fare. Premium Economy, Business, and First usually include 1 to 2 checked bags.

Special items & sports equipment

Ski / snowboard
Not published
Golf clubs
Not published
Bicycle
Not published
Pet in cabin
Not published
Pet as cargo
Not published

Musical instruments: Small instruments within 55x40x20 cm may travel in the cabin. Larger instruments can be checked or booked on an extra seat with advance notice.

Sporting equipment (golf, bike, surf) costs approximately 45 to 80 euros when booked at least 8 hours before departure. Business class usually includes one sports item free on non-US routes. Strollers and car seats fly free.

Basic economy restrictions

Economy Light Condor's lowest fare tier
Carry-on allowed
No
Personal item allowed
Yes
Checked bag surcharge
Not published
  • Only a 40x30x10 cm personal item is included
  • Standard 55x40x20 cm cabin bag must be purchased, roughly 9.99 euros short-haul and 29.99 euros long-haul if added at least 8 hours before departure
  • No checked bag included
  • No seat selection included
  • Gate fees to add a cabin bag can reach 75 to 100 euros

Frequently asked questions

What is the Condor carry-on size limit?

Condor allows a carry-on bag up to 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8" (55 x 40 x 20 cm), including handles and wheels. The weight limit is 8 kg (17 lb).

What is the Condor personal item size?

The personal item on Condor must fit within 15.7 x 11.8 x 3.9" (40 x 30 x 10 cm) and slide fully under the seat in front of you. Included with every fare, including Economy Light. Must fit under the seat in front.

Does Condor charge for carry-on bags?

No. Condor includes one free carry-on bag plus one personal item on most fares. Basic Economy fares on some routes are limited to a personal item only, so check your fare rules.

What is the Condor carry-on weight limit?

Condor limits carry-on bags to 8 kg (17 lb). Overweight carry-ons are typically asked to be checked at the gate.

What are the Condor overweight and oversize bag fees?

Bags weighing 51 to 70 lb incur an overweight fee of $120. Fees are charged in addition to the standard checked bag fee.

Can I bring a carry-on on Condor Economy Light?

No. Condor Economy Light passengers are limited to one personal item that fits under the seat. A full-size carry-on either is not allowed or costs an extra fee.

How can I avoid Condor checked bag fees?

Four common ways: (1) pack in a carry-on and personal item only (confirm your bag fits the Condor carry-on size of 21.6 x 15.7 x 7.8"); (2) hold a Condor co-branded credit card, which typically waives the first checked bag fee for the cardholder and companions on the same reservation; (3) reach elite status in the airline's frequent flyer program, where mid-tier and above usually waive one or two bags per direction; (4) book a higher fare class (Premium Economy, Business, First) where checked bags are included.

Will my bag be gate-checked on Condor?

Condor currently has a medium gate-check risk based on our review of boarding policies and traveler reports. Arrive early in your boarding group to improve the odds of space in the overhead bins.

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