Airline Overview
The German low-cost airline flies to Cologne from Stansted, Gatwick, Birmingham, Dublin and Edinburgh and to Stuttgart from Stansted. There are onward flights to many destinations across Europe. Germanwings aims to provide excellent service, even with a low-cost ticket…
The check-in desks close 30 minutes before departure. Recommended check-in is 90 minutes before the flight leaves.
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Carry-on: Must not exceed 18lbs and maximum dimensions of 22 x 16 x 8 in.
Checked: Only one item of checked baggage is allowed, with a maximum weight of 44lbs.
Excess: Charge is $8.50 (€7) per kg, but, space allowing, baggage up to 110lbs will be carried.
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The date of travel can be changed up to two hours before flying time at a charge of $34 (£17, €25) and any price difference for the new flight. If the new flight is sold at a lower cost no refunds can be made. Cancellations and name changes are not possible.
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None. Infants under two can travel for $14 (€10) per route on an adult's lap. They do not have any baggage allowance.
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Germanwings only transports cats and dogs in the cabin. The animal should weigh no more than 18lbs, including the transport box or bag, which must be closed and watertight while still allowing air to circulate. This box or bag may be no larger than length 10 x 16 x 16in. There will be a charge of $34 (€25) per animal per flight.
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Germanwings will accept musical instruments as carry-on items providing they are no larger than a guitar.
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Drinks and snacks are available to purchase on the flight.
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There’s nothing like heading up in the skies to work up an appetite. Check out the airline’s menu before you fly so you can decide if you need to bring any extras. See photographs taken by fellow flyers of Germanwings meals they’ve been served and read reviews at AirlineMeals.net.
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