Condor Baggage Allowance Changes: Bigger Cabin Bags Now, 23 kg Checked Bags From May 2027

Condor is making its baggage allowance more generous in two steps. Larger cabin bag and personal item sizes started on 1 May 2026, and higher checked bag weights follow on 1 May 2027, when Economy passengers move from 20 kg to 23 kg and Premium Economy from 25 kg to 32 kg. The German airline is also replacing its old route-by-route rules with one standard policy for every destination.

This guide explains exactly what changes and when, how the new rules compare with other airlines, and how to pack for Condor flights before and after May 2027. Facts are checked against Condor’s own announcement and baggage pages, listed at the end.

Condor Baggage Allowance Changes at a Glance

Item	Before	After	From
Cabin bag size	Smaller limit	55 × 40 × 23 cm	1 May 2026
Personal item size	Smaller limit	40 × 30 × 15 cm	1 May 2026
Economy checked bag	1 × 20 kg	1 × 23 kg	1 May 2027
Premium Economy checked bag	1 × 25 kg	1 × 32 kg	1 May 2027
Business checked bags	30 kg per person	2 × 32 kg	1 May 2027

The Economy checked allowance applies to fares that include a checked bag. Every fare includes the small personal item.

Step 1: Bigger Condor Cabin Bag Sizes From 1 May 2026

Since 1 May 2026, Condor’s standard cabin bag size is 55 × 40 × 23 cm, and the personal item that comes with every fare has grown to 40 × 30 × 15 cm. These sizes are close to the industry standard used by many European airlines, which makes it easier to use the same cabin case on different airlines.

• Personal item: included on every fare. It must fit under the seat in front, so a handbag, small backpack or laptop bag is ideal.
• Cabin trolley: included with higher fares. Check your booking to see whether your fare includes it.
• Measure carefully: the 55 × 40 × 23 cm limit includes wheels and handles.

Step 2: Higher Checked Baggage Allowance of 23 kg From 1 May 2027

From 1 May 2027, the checked baggage allowance rises across all cabins:

• Economy: one bag of up to 23 kg, on fares that include a checked bag.
• Premium Economy: one bag of up to 32 kg.
• Business: two bags of up to 32 kg each.

Each bag must have external dimensions of no more than 158 cm in total (length plus width plus height). Bags that are bigger or heavier are charged as excess or oversized baggage.

Until 30 April 2027

Until the change takes effect, the old allowance still applies: 20 kg in Economy, 25 kg in Premium Economy and 30 kg per person in Business. The date that matters is the date you fly, so if you travel before 1 May 2027, pack to the old limits even if you booked recently.

Baggage Allowance by Cabin: What Each Passenger Gets

Economy

Economy is where most Condor passengers sit, and where the baggage allowance depends most on the fare you choose. The cheapest fare includes only the personal item. Higher Economy fares add a cabin trolley and a checked bag. From 1 May 2027, that checked bag can weigh up to 23 kg instead of 20 kg, which is the most noticeable improvement for holidaymakers.

Premium Economy

Premium Economy passengers get a bigger jump, from 25 kg to 32 kg for their checked bag. That makes Premium Economy attractive for long trips, families visiting relatives abroad and anyone carrying heavier items such as diving gear or winter clothing.

Business

The Business Class baggage allowance changes from a weight-based 30 kg per person to two bags of up to 32 kg each. For most Business passengers this is a substantial increase, and it matches the piece-based allowances used by many long-haul airlines.

Baggage Allowance on Long-Haul Condor Flights

Condor flies long-haul from Germany to North America, the Caribbean, Africa and other holiday regions. On these flights, a generous baggage allowance matters even more, because trips are usually longer and travellers carry more.

A standard 23 kg Economy allowance from May 2027 brings Condor closer to full-service airlines on transatlantic routes. On flights to the USA and Canada, note that the shared weight option is not available, so each passenger’s bags must stay within their own baggage allowance.

• Check the fare first: long-haul Economy fares vary in what they include, so compare before you book.
• Think about the return: souvenirs and shopping can push your bag over the limit on the way home.
• Keep within 32 kg: no single bag can weigh more, even if your total allowance is higher.

Why Condor Is Changing Its Baggage Rules

Condor describes itself as Germany’s second-largest network carrier and is developing from a leisure airline into a network airline with its own city routes and international partner airlines. Its chief operating officer, Christian Schmitt, said that aligning baggage policies with international standards was the next logical step and would reduce complexity, particularly for connecting flights.

In practice, that means two things. First, a 23 kg Economy bag brings Condor in line with most full-service airlines on long-haul routes, which helps passengers connecting to or from partner airlines. Second, one policy for the whole network replaces the old destination-based rules, so you no longer need to look up a different allowance for each route.

A Short History of Condor

Condor traces its roots to 1955, when it began as a charter airline flying German holidaymakers to the sun. For decades it was best known for leisure flights to the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands and long-haul holiday destinations. After the collapse of its former parent, Thomas Cook, in 2019, Condor kept flying with government support and later found new owners.

Today the airline is based at Frankfurt, with other bases at German airports such as Düsseldorf, Munich and Hamburg. It flies short- and medium-haul routes with Airbus A320neo family aircraft and long-haul routes with Airbus A330-900s, and its aircraft are known for colourful striped liveries.

How to Check Your Own Baggage Allowance

The easiest way to know your exact baggage allowance is to look at your booking. Condor shows the allowance on your booking confirmation and in the “My trip” area of its website, where you can also add extra weight or bags. If you booked through a travel agent or tour operator, your documents should show the allowance too, and the agent can add extras for you.

If the information on your booking does not match what you expected, contact Condor or your agent before you travel rather than at the airport. It is much easier to fix a baggage allowance question a few days before departure than at the check-in desk.

Where Condor Flies

Condor’s network mixes holiday destinations with a growing number of city routes. From Frankfurt and other German airports, it flies to the Mediterranean, the Canary Islands, Greece, Turkey, Egypt and other sun destinations, and long-haul to North America, the Caribbean and Africa. In recent years it has added its own city network and partnerships with international airlines, which is why consistent rules across all routes now matter more.

Whether you are flying to Mallorca for a week or to North America for a month, the same baggage allowance now applies for your fare and cabin, which makes planning simpler.

Common Baggage Allowance Myths

• “The new allowance applies as soon as I book”: the checked baggage allowance depends on the date you fly, not the date you book.
• “Every Economy fare includes a checked bag”: the cheapest fare does not, so check what your fare includes.
• “I can carry two personal items”: each passenger gets one personal item within 40 × 30 × 15 cm.
• “Heavier bags are fine if I am under my total”: no single bag may weigh more than 32 kg.
• “My partner airline will match Condor’s allowance”: on separate tickets, each airline applies its own rules.

How the New Allowance Compares

Condor’s new rules put it closer to full-service airlines on long-haul routes, while it still competes with low-cost and leisure airlines on short routes. Before you choose an airline, compare what is included in the fare, not just the price.

Airline	Type	What to check
Condor	Leisure and network airline	Fare type decides whether a checked bag is included
Lufthansa	Full-service	Light fares exclude checked bags on many routes
Eurowings	Low-cost	Many fares include only a small personal item
Edelweiss	Leisure	Allowance depends on fare and route

Rules for other airlines change often, so check the current allowance for your exact fare before you book.

Condor Fares: Which Ones Include a Checked Bag?

Condor sells several fare types in Economy. The cheapest Economy Light fares do not include a checked bag, while higher fares do. The personal item is included in every fare, and the cabin trolley comes with higher fares. If you need to check a bag, compare the cost of a higher fare with adding a bag to the cheapest fare.

• Extra weight: Condor sells extra weight, starting from a small add-on of 5 kg, which must be booked at least 8 hours before departure.
• Extra bags: you can buy extra bags online when you book, later through the “My trip” section, or at the airport.
• Shared allowance: on some flights, passengers on the same booking can share their total weight across bags, but this does not apply to flights to the USA or Canada, and no single bag can weigh more than 32 kg.

Connecting Flights: Which Baggage Allowance Applies?

One of the main reasons for the change is to make connections with partner airlines simpler. When your journey includes more than one airline on a single ticket, the baggage allowance shown on your e-ticket or booking confirmation is the one that normally applies to the whole trip. If you book separate tickets, each airline applies its own baggage allowance, and you may need to collect and recheck your bags between flights.

Before travelling on a connecting itinerary, check the allowance printed on your booking and look up the rules of every airline on your trip. If the rules differ, pack to the strictest one to avoid paying fees during your journey.

Sports Equipment and Special Baggage

Many Condor passengers fly with golf bags, bicycles, surfboards or diving equipment. These items are usually handled as special baggage, which may need to be booked in advance and can carry an extra fee. Oversized bags that exceed the normal size limit must also be checked as special baggage.

• Book early: space for large items can be limited, especially in peak holiday months.
• Pack carefully: use proper bike boxes and padded cases for fragile equipment.
• Check the weight: heavy sports bags count towards weight limits, and no item may exceed 32 kg.

Travelling With Children and Infants

Children with their own seat receive the baggage allowance for their fare. Infants travelling on a parent’s lap usually have a smaller allowance for items such as nappies and baby food, plus extra items like a pushchair or car seat. Rules for infant items can differ from the standard baggage allowance, so check Condor’s family travel information before you pack.

For families, the higher Economy allowance from May 2027 can make a real difference. Three extra kilograms per bag adds up quickly across a family of four on a two-week holiday.

At the Airport: Weighing, Fees and Oversized Bags

Bags are weighed at check-in, and anything over your baggage allowance is charged as excess baggage. Oversized bags that exceed the 158 cm total dimension limit must be checked as special baggage, which costs more. Paying for extra weight online in advance is usually cheaper than paying at the counter.

Most airports have scales near the check-in area, so you can weigh your bag before you queue. If you are close to the limit, move heavy items such as shoes or books into your personal item, as long as it still fits under the seat.

Sharing weight with your travel companions

On flights where Condor applies its weight concept, passengers on the same booking can share their combined weight across their bags. For example, a couple might pack one heavier and one lighter suitcase, as long as the total stays within their combined allowance and no single bag goes over 32 kg. This flexibility is useful for families and groups, but remember that it does not apply on flights to the USA or Canada, where each passenger’s bags are counted separately. If you are unsure whether your flight uses the weight concept, check your booking or ask Condor before you pack.

7 Essential Packing Tips for Condor Flights

1. Check your travel date: the higher checked allowance applies only to flights from 1 May 2027.
2. Weigh your bag at home: stay within 20 kg in Economy until May 2027, then 23 kg.
3. Measure your cabin bag: 55 × 40 × 23 cm including wheels and handles.
4. Use your personal item well: 40 × 30 × 15 cm is enough for a laptop, documents and essentials.
5. Buy extra weight online: it is usually cheaper than paying at the airport, and the 5 kg add-on must be booked at least 8 hours before departure.
6. Keep batteries in the cabin: power banks and spare batteries must never go in checked bags. See our power bank rules guide.
7. Check connecting flights: if you connect to a partner airline, check its allowance too.

Holiday Checklist for Condor Passengers

1. Check the date of your flight against the 1 May 2027 change.
2. Confirm which fare you have and whether it includes a cabin trolley and checked bag.
3. Weigh each bag at home and leave a little space for souvenirs.
4. Measure your cabin bag and personal item, including wheels and handles.
5. Book extra weight or special baggage online in advance if needed.
6. Keep power banks, medicines and valuables in your personal item.
7. Check the baggage allowance of any partner airline on your trip.

With the right preparation, the new rules make it easier to travel with everything you need at no extra cost.

Condor Baggage Allowance FAQs

Facts checked in October 2026 against Condor’s baggage announcement and Condor’s checked baggage page. Check with Condor before you travel, as rules can change. Our Condor guide has fares, check-in and power bank rules.