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Lufthansa Air Freight & Cargo Services

Lufthansa (IATA: LH, ICAO: DLH) is Germany’s flag carrier and one of the world’s largest airlines. Lufthansa operates cargo-capable flights on 145 routes connecting 64 countries through 313 airports, with over 1,450 scheduled flights. Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich (MUC) serve as the airline’s primary hubs for both passenger and cargo operations.

Lufthansa Cargo, a subsidiary of Deutsche Lufthansa AG, is one of the world’s leading cargo airlines. With a dedicated freighter fleet and belly cargo capacity on passenger flights, Lufthansa Cargo serves over 300 destinations worldwide. The carrier is a founding member of the WOW cargo alliance and offers td.Flash for time-critical shipments, td.Pro for standard air freight, and Lufthansa Cargo cool for temperature-sensitive goods.

Lufthansa Cargo Routes & Flight Numbers

Route	Origin	Destination	Flights	#
Germany→Italy	FRA, MUC	BLQ, CAG, CTA	LH1872, LH1930, LH1934, LH1936 +57	61
Italy→Germany	AOI, BLQ, CTA	FRA, MUC	LH1849, LH1855, LH1863, LH1871 +53	57
Spain→Germany	AGP, ALC, BCN	FRA, MUC	LH1111, LH1113, LH1115, LH1121 +38	42
Germany→Spain	FRA, MUC	AGP, ALC, BCN	LH1110, LH1112, LH1114, LH1120 +35	39
Germany→France	FRA, MUC	BOD, CDG, LYS	LH1028, LH1030, LH1034, LH1040 +35	39
France→Germany	BOD, CDG, LYS	FRA, MUC	LH1027, LH1031, LH1035, LH1037 +34	38
Germany→United States	DUS, FRA, MUC	ATL, BOS, JFK	LH400, LH402, LH404, LH410 +30	34
United States→Germany	ATL, BOS, JFK	FRA, MUC	LH401, LH403, LH405, LH417 +26	30
Germany→United Kingdom	FRA, MUC	BHX, EDI, LHR	LH2472, LH2500, LH2502, LH2518 +22	26
Germany→Turkey	FRA, MUC	AYT, ESB, IST	LH1298, LH1304, LH9418, LH9584 +18	22

Showing top 10 routes of 145 total. Request a quote for any route.

Primary Hubs & Airports

Lufthansa’s cargo operations are centred at two major hubs: Frankfurt Airport (FRA) — one of Europe’s busiest cargo hubs handling over 2 million tonnes annually — and Munich Airport (MUC). Additional significant stations include Düsseldorf (DUS), London Heathrow (LHR), New York JFK, and Chicago O’Hare (ORD).

Countries Served

Lufthansa connects 64 countries across all continents including: Germany, Italy, Spain, France, United States, United Kingdom, Turkey, Greece, Sweden, China, India, Brazil, Canada, Japan, and 50 more. This extensive network enables cargo routing to virtually any global destination through Frankfurt or Munich hubs.

Cargo Services

Lufthansa Cargo offers specialised products tailored to different freight needs: td.Flash for time-definite express shipments with guaranteed delivery windows; td.Pro for standard air freight with reliable transit times; Lufthansa Cargo cool for pharmaceuticals and perishables requiring temperature control (+2°C to +8°C or +15°C to +25°C); and Lufthansa Cargo live for animal transport. E-booking is available through the carrier’s digital platform.

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FAQ

Does Lufthansa carry cargo?

Yes. Lufthansa Cargo is one of the world’s leading cargo airlines, operating dedicated freighter aircraft (Boeing 777F) alongside belly cargo on 145+ passenger routes connecting 64 countries. Frankfurt (FRA) is the main cargo hub.

What airports does Lufthansa Cargo operate from?

Primary hubs are Frankfurt (FRA) and Munich (MUC). Major cargo stations include Düsseldorf (DUS), London Heathrow (LHR), New York JFK, Chicago O’Hare (ORD), and over 300 destinations worldwide through the Lufthansa Group network.

How to book Lufthansa Cargo?

Book directly through Lufthansa Cargo’s e-booking platform, or through Coservices OÜ for competitive multi-carrier comparison. Request a quote to compare Lufthansa rates with other airlines on your route.

What special cargo can Lufthansa handle?

Lufthansa Cargo offers specialised handling for pharmaceuticals (cool chain +2/+8°C and +15/+25°C), live animals, dangerous goods, valuables, and oversized cargo. The carrier holds GDP certification for pharmaceutical logistics.

What is Lufthansa Cargo transit time?

Transit times vary by route: intra-Europe 1-3 days, Europe to North America 1-2 days, Europe to Asia 2-4 days. td.Flash express service offers time-definite delivery with guaranteed windows. Add 1-3 days for customs and ground handling.