Lufthansa Check-In Guide
Online check-in, airport deadlines, and boarding times for Lufthansa (LH).
Check in online
Online check-in opens 23 hours before departure. Skip the line by checking in on your phone or computer.
Check in on LufthansaOnline check-in opens23 hours before departure
Domestic check-in closes30 minutes before departure
International check-in closes45 minutes before departure
Domestic bag drop closes30 minutes before departure
International bag drop closes45 minutes before departure
Boarding door closes20 minutes before departure
Mobile boarding pass
Store your pass in Apple Wallet or Google Pay.
Airport kiosk check-in
Self-service kiosks available at most airports.
- Check in online to lock in your seat and speed up the airport experience.
- International flights usually require arriving 2-3 hours before departure.
- If checking bags, arrive early enough to beat the bag drop cutoff.
- Boarding typically begins 30-45 minutes before departure.
- Boarding doors close 20 minutes before departure — missing the cutoff means missing the flight.