Frequently asked questions

What do I do if my checked baggage has been damaged?


We are sorry if your baggage has been damaged during a Germanwings flight. In order to allow us to process your damage claim, please send the following documents (originals only) by post to the address below:

  • Booking code (confirmation number from the Internet)
  • Damage report from your destination airport, which must be received within 7 days. Reports received after this cannot be taken into consideration.
  • Receipt/report from a luggage shop on the value/condition of the damaged piece of luggage
  • Your bank details (including IBAN and Swift code in the case of foreign banks)
  • Your telephone number in case we have any further questions or need to give you any information
  • Your baggage tag

Germanwings GmbH
GepäckstelleFlugplatz 21
44319 Dortmund

Tel: +49 (0) 231-9245 7326

Once we have received the documents we will call you as soon as possible.

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