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Luggage

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Luggage

Less in your hand luggage, more in your suitcase

Hand luggage must not exceed certain dimensions. Therefore, as much as possible should be packed in your large luggage. But beware: there are limits here too, and excess baggage is subject to charges.

Whether the size and dimensions of your hand luggage are correct depends on the fare you have booked. It is best to research this at home. You can check the size at the airport shortly before departure - there are special devices next to the check-in counters for this purpose.

Tip: Each airline has its own baggage rules. A look at the airline's website will help you avoid any surprises.

What's allowed - and what's not?

When packing, it is worth taking a close look at the regulations. In addition to the airline's rules, the security regulations and customs requirements in the destination country also apply.

Important: Dangerous or prohibited items do not belong in your hand luggage or suitcase.

Liquids in hand luggage

Yes, but only in small quantities: maximum 100-millilitre containers, tightly sealed in a transparent 1-litre bag. Anything more than this belongs in your checked baggage.

What can go in the suitcase?

ABC for hand luggage

A to E

A - Spreads

Whether sweet or savoury: cream cheese, peanut butter, honey, jam or liverwurst count as liquids when travelling by air. They are therefore only allowed in hand luggage in containers with a maximum volume of 100 millilitres - and belong in the 1-litre bag.

Tip: Spreads that are already on the bread are allowed in your hand luggage.

B - Baby food

If you are travelling with a baby, you may take the required amount of baby food with you - even over the 100-millilitre limit. The quantity should match the duration of the journey.

B - Batteries

Batteries up to a certain size and power banks are permitted. Additional dangerous goods regulations apply - especially for lithium-ion batteries. It is best to check the exact rules with the airline in advance.

C - Camembert

Soft cheese such as Camembert is considered a liquid and is only permitted in hand luggage up to 100 grams. Larger quantities belong in checked baggage.

Good to know: Hard cheeses such as Parmesan are allowed in hand baggage.

C - Rapid corona tests

Rapid corona tests are medical items. They may be carried in hand baggage and do not have to be transported in a 1-litre bag.

D - Deodorant

Solid deodorants are permitted without restriction. Liquid or spray deodorants are subject to the 100 millilitre limit and belong in the 1 litre bag.

E - Electronic devices

Mobile phones, laptops, games consoles, electric toothbrushes, razors, hair dryers, hair straighteners and Bluetooth speakers are permitted in hand baggage. Drones also belong in hand baggage.

Note: Please show electronic devices separately at the security checkpoint.

E - E-cigarette (vape)

E-cigarettes belong in hand baggage. Two rechargeable batteries may be carried. The 100 millilitre rule applies to liquids. If the e-cigarette is already filled, it must be placed in the 1 litre bag.

F to M

F - Lighters and matches

One disposable lighter or a small box of safety matches are permitted per person - but only on the body. They may not be transported in hand luggage.

Important: Special rules apply to storm or petrol lighters. The regulations for liquids and dangerous goods apply here.

G - Drinks

Drinks over 100 millilitres are not allowed in hand baggage.

Tip: Empty drinking bottles or thermo mugs are permitted and can be refilled at the drinking water dispenser in Terminal 3 at Gate 337 after the check.

H - Helium balloon

Helium balloons are not permitted in hand baggage. If you wish to take them with you in your baggage, you should clarify this with the airline in advance.

K - Clothing

Some items of clothing may be subject to additional checks - such as shoes, belts or religious headgear.

L - Lip care

Lip gloss counts as a liquid and is only allowed in hand luggage up to 100 millilitres - in a 1-litre bag. Lip balms are not restricted.

L - Food

The following applies to food: liquids are limited to 100 millilitres. This applies, for example, to oil, yoghurt, soups and salads with a lot of sauce such as potato, pasta or meat salad.

M - Medicine

Liquid medicines may be carried in the quantity required for the duration of the journey.

N to R

N - Needles

Knitting, darning or darning needles may be carried in your hand luggage.

O - Oils and creams

Oils, creams and similar products are classed as liquids. They may only be carried in hand baggage in containers of up to 100 millilitres and belong in the 1 litre bag. Larger quantities are placed in checked baggage.

P - Playstation

A Playstation can be transported in both hand baggage and suitcases.

Tip: Take it out of your hand baggage and show it at the security check - this makes the security check easier.

P - Powder

Powder is a solid and may be carried on board.

Note: Special regulations apply when travelling to the USA. It is worth doing a quick check in advance.

Q - Quark

Quark, yoghurt and similar foods are classed as liquids. The usual restrictions apply: a maximum of 100 millilitres in hand luggage.

R - Razors

Disposable razors with fixed blades may be carried in hand baggage. Razors with removable blades belong in checked baggage.

R - Travelling electronics

Chargers, smartphones and similar devices may be carried in hand baggage.

Note: Please place them separately in the tray at the security checkpoint - this makes the process easier.

S to Z

S - Scissors

Nail or craft scissors with a blade length of up to 6 centimetres may be carried in hand luggage. Longer ones are not.

S - Shisha

Shishas are permitted in hand baggage.

Please note: The appropriate charcoal may not be carried.

S - Sunscreen

Liquid sunscreen falls under the 100 millilitre rule. Larger quantities belong in checked baggage - preferably well sealed.

T - Pocket knives

Pocket knives with blades up to 6 centimetres, for example knives, scissors or saws, are permitted in hand baggage.

W - Mascara

Mascara is classed as a liquid. The following therefore also applies here: a maximum of 100 millilitres, preferably stowed in a 1 litre bag.

Z - Toothpaste

Toothpaste and similar products such as mouthwash or dental gel are also classed as liquids. The following therefore also applies here: a maximum of 100 millilitres in hand luggage.

The list does not claim to be exhaustive. Follow-up checks are always possible.

Other important provisions

General provisions on security checks

List of prohibited items in hand baggage

Information on liquids on board

Dangerous goods and checked baggage

What you should know

The Federal Police check checked baggage using a special X-ray system. In particular, they look for dangerous or prohibited items. Some items are generally not allowed in the suitcase or are only permitted with special authorisation from the airline.

These include, for example

Lighters
e-cigarettes
Charcoal (including shisha charcoal)
Power banks and spare batteries
Gases, chemical or highly flammable substances
Aerosol cans without a protective cap
Drones
Ammunition and associated components
Strongly magnetic materials
Self-defence devices
Pyrotechnics

Important: Anyone carrying weapons must register them with the airline in good time before departure.

only with restriction

Pointed or sharp objects

Safty first: Some items are not permitted in hand baggage as they can cause serious injury. These include:

Chopping tools such as axes, hatchets or cleavers
Ice axes and ice picks
Razor blades and box cutters
Knives with a blade length of more than 6 centimetres
Scissors with blades longer than 6 centimetres (measured from the hinge)
Martial arts equipment with a point or sharp edge
Swords and sabres

Tip: If you are unsure, it is best to check directly with the airline.

Not allowed? No problem - simply deposit them

Items that are not allowed in hand luggage or suitcases can be deposited at the airport security desk before departure - for example spray cans, petrol lighters, knives or large scissors.

The deposit costs 10 euros.

Contact: +49 711 948-3355

Collection is possible around the clock - within 6 weeks of travelling at the latest.

Bulky luggage

Well prepared when travelling

Bulky, but often indispensable: whether it's a pet, surfboard, pushchair, golf bag or bicycle - bulky luggage can usually be taken along without any problems. It is important to obtain information from the airline or travel agent in good time. They will tell you what preparations need to be made and how transport is organised.

Tip: Check in first, then check in your bulky baggage. The bulky baggage counter is located in Terminal 3, to the right of the security checkpoint.

Airlines Travelling with bulky baggage

Self Bag Drop

Quickly check in your baggage yourself

On selected flights, baggage can also be checked in independently at Stuttgart Airport - directly at the Self Bag Drop. This service is offered by Aegean, Condor, Eurowings and the Lufthansa Group (Austrian, Lufthansa, Swiss).

Tip: You can find out in advance whether the Self Bag Drop is available for your flight directly from the airline.

Important: If you are carrying bulky baggage, please go directly to the bulky baggage counter.

Location: Terminal 3, Departures, counters 320 to 329.

Website Aegean (in English)

Website Condor

Eurowings website

Website Lufthansa

Baggage reclaim and baggage service

After landing, proceed to baggage reclaim. The flight number on the display boards in the arrivals area shows which baggage carousel is the right one.

Good to know: Baggage trolleys are available directly at baggage reclaim - free of charge, only a deposit is required (1 euro, 50 cents, 25 US cents or 1 Swiss franc). There are also trolleys available at the multi-storey car parks, car parks and terminal entrances.

The luggage service is even more convenient: at Stuttgart Airport you can also have your luggage carried or driven - effortlessly and personally. The service can be booked for a small fee:

Phone: +49 151 46341364 (Monday to Sunday)

E-mail: info@sag.aero (Monday to Friday)

Lost & Found

Baggage tracing

What is lost and found during a flight or on an aeroplane.

It rarely happens, but sometimes a suitcase does not arrive as planned or is damaged. In this case, the respective airline will help - preferably directly on site or by telephone.

Locations and contacts:

Lufthansa Lost & Found: +49 800 808 8010 or +49 69 9530 7962
British Airways: Terminal 3, Departures - +49 699 4519 2273
S.Ground Lost & Found: Terminal 3, Arrivals, strll@sgs-aero.de
Air France: +49 69 299 93 772
KLM: +49 69 299 93 770
Iberia: +49 69 500 73874

Tip for Lufthansa passengers: After registering with the baggage tracing service, you can track the status of your baggage online.

Good to know: If a piece of baggage does not turn up despite all the measures taken, all airlines are insured against baggage loss.

List of all airlines

Lost property

When something is left lying around

Whether at the gate, on the apron bus or in one of the shops - sometimes something gets left behind. The airport security office is responsible for lost property at Stuttgart Airport. Lost property is safely stored there - for a certain period of time.

Lost property office: West of Terminal 1

Contact: lofo@stuttgart-airport.com

Important: If you have lost luggage, the baggage tracing service will help you

Luggage lockers

The lockers are located next to Terminal 1 behind the security desk.

Locker	Dimensions (width/height/depth)	Price per day
Small	34/46/90.5 centimetres	4 Euro
Medium	35/63/90.5 centimetres	6 Euro
Large	35/95/90.5 centimetres	9 Euro
Maxi	52/95/90.5 centimetres	12 Euro
Ski	35/194/60 centimetres	15 Euro

Airport knowledge

The path of the suitcase

The suitcase's journey begins after check-in with an initial X-ray check.

To ensure that nothing goes missing, every piece of luggage is monitored in the baggage control centre - where employees keep an eye on everything via monitors.

An automatic baggage conveyor system then sorts the suitcases according to their destination.

Tip: You can find out more about the suitcase's journey in the flyer online - including a video.