Qantas Baggage Fees, Allowance, and Policy [Updated 2023]

Qantas Baggage Fees, Allowance, and Policy (And Tips To Cover the Expenses)

- Updated: May 28, 2023, 9:06am CDT

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Qantas has a flexible carry-on policy for passengers flying within Australia and for first, business, and premium economy passengers flying internationally. This gives passengers the choice between bringing 1 standard carry-on bag at a larger size or 2 pieces that are slightly smaller (not including the personal item).

Passengers flying economy internationally (excluding the Americas) benefit from a generous baggage allowance of 66 pounds (30 kg).

Table of contents

Qantas Carry-on Allowance
Qantas Checked Baggage Allowance
Additional/Excess Baggage Fees
Exclusions and Waivers
Can I Prepay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Table of Contents

Qantas Carry-on Allowance
Qantas Checked Baggage Allowance
Additional/Excess Baggage Fees
Exclusions and Waivers
Can I Prepay for Baggage?
Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Qantas Carry-on Allowance

1 personal item: FREE for all passengers on domestic and international flights.

Standard Carry-on

All passengers on domestic flights and first, business, and premium economy passengers on international flights:

1 x 45-inch (114 cm) bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg); or
2 x 41-inch (104 cm) bags with 1 piece up to 22 pounds (10 kg) and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces; or
1 x 41-inch (104 cm) bag and 1 x 73-inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg) for 1 piece and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces

Economy passengers on international flights:

1 x 45-inch (114 cm) bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg); or
1 x 73-inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg)

Lap Infant Carry-on Policy

Passengers traveling with an infant may bring baby food and diapers required for the flight in addition to their carry-on allowance.

Stroller Check Policy

Passengers traveling with an infant may check up to 3 items weighing up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each. These items may include a stroller, carrying basket, or car seat.

Qantas Checked Baggage Allowance

Individual checked bags must not exceed maximum linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm) (55 inches (140 cm) for domestic flights) including handles and wheels.

Domestic Flights

Economy: 1 piece up to 50 pounds (23 kg)
Business: 2 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each

International Flights (Excluding North and South America)

A single piece must not exceed 70 pounds (32 kg) and maximum linear dimensions of 62 inches (158 cm).

Economy: 66 pounds (30 kg)
Premium Economy: 88 pounds (40 kg)
Business: 88 pounds (40 kg)
First: 110 pounds (50 kg)

International Flights (Including North and South America)

Economy: 1 piece up to 70 pounds (32 kg)
Premium Economy: 2 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
Business: 2 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
First: 3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each

Additional/Excess Baggage Fees

Excess Bag Charges	Extra Bag (Prepaid)	Heavy Charge (At the Airport)
Flights Within Australia	$35 per piece	AU$100 for each extra piece AU$50 heavy charge for each piece weighing over 23kg
Between Australia and North or South America	$150 per piece	To the Americas: AU$300 for each extra piece. No heavy charge for each piece weighing up to 32 kg. From the Americas: $200 for each extra piece. No heavy charge for each piece weighing up to 32 kg.
Other International Flights
Between Australia and New Zealand, New Caledonia, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Samoa, and Tonga	$55 for each 5 kg
Between Australia and Asia	$95 for each 5 kg
Between Australia and South Africa/Europe	$215 for each 5 kg

Other International Flights — Airport Heavy Charges

Destination	Charge for Each Excess Kilo
Between Asia and London	AU$60 per kg
Between Australia and Asia	AU$35 per kg
Between Australia and New Caledonia	AU$5 per kg
Between Australia and New Zealand and Papua New Guinea	AU$20 per kg
Between Australia and South Africa, and Europe	AU$80 per kg

For baggage fees related to special luggage (sporting equipment, musical instruments, etc.) please refer to the Qantas policy.

Exclusions and Waivers

Some Frequent Flyer members, Qantas Club members, and Oneworld members are entitled to an increased checked baggage allowance.

Domestic Flights Within Australia

Travel Class	Economy	Business
Qantas Club members and Silver Qantas Frequent Flyers	1 piece up to 70 pounds (32 kg)	2 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
Gold Qantas Frequent Flyers	2 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each	2 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
Platinum and Platinum One Qantas Frequent Flyers	2 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each	3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
Oneworld Sapphire	2 pieces up to 50 pounds (23 kg each)
Oneworld Emerald	2 pieces up to 50 pounds (23 kg each)

International Flights (Excluding North and South America)

Travel Class	Economy	Premium Economy	Business	First
Qantas Club members and Silver Qantas Frequent Flyers	92 pounds (42 kg)	114 pounds (52 kg)	114 pounds (52 kg)	136 pounds (62 kg)
Gold Qantas Frequent Flyers	101 pounds (46 kg)	123 pounds (56 kg)	123 pounds (56 kg)	136 pounds (66 kg)
Platinum and Platinum One Qantas Frequent Flyers	110 pounds (50 kg)	132 pounds (60 kg)	132 pounds (60 kg)	154 pounds (70 kg)
Oneworld Sapphire	100 pounds (45 kg)
Oneworld Emerald	100 pounds (50 kg)

International Flights (Including North and South America)

Travel Class	Economy	Premium Economy	Business	First
Qantas Club members and Silver and Gold Qantas Frequent Flyers	3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each	3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each	3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each	3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
Platinum and Platinum One Qantas Frequent Flyers	3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each	3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each	4 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each	4 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
Oneworld Sapphire	2 pieces up to 50 pounds (23 kg each)
Oneworld Emerald	3 pieces up to 50 pounds (23 kg each)

Can I Prepay for Baggage?

Qantas does allow passengers the ability to prepay luggage online.

To prepay, log in to your booking and add the number of bags/kilograms that you would like to purchase.

Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

If you will be checking several bags for your Qantas flight or your luggage is overweight or oversized, use one of the cards below so you can be reimbursed for the cost. Each card we recommend allows you to redeem Capital One miles for 1 cent each as a statement credit against travel purchases made in the previous 90 days.

To see more airline baggage fees and policies, click here.

The information regarding the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Capital One VentureOne Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

Frequently asked questions

What is the baggage allowance for Qantas?

The free baggage allowance with Qantas depends on the route and cabin class. Domestic flights and flights to/from the Americas use the piece concept and other international routes use the weight concept. The allowances are included in the above article.

What size is carry-on luggage for Qantas?

Qantas passengers have the choice of bringing a standard carry-on and/or a garment bag (depending on the route and cabin class).

All passengers on domestic flights and first, business, and premium economy passengers on international flights:

1 x 45-inch (114 cm) bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg); or
2 x 41-inch (104 cm) bags with 1 piece up to 22 pounds (10 kg) and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces; or
1 x 41-inch (104 cm) bag and 1 x 73-inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg) for 1 piece and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces

Economy passengers on international flights:

1 x 45-inch (114 cm) bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg); or
1 x 73-inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg)

How much is an extra bag on Qantas?

The fee for an additional bag on Qantas depends on the route. Domestic routes and flights to/from the Americas charge by additional pieces and all other international flights that work on the weight concept charge by additional kilogram required. Fees are included in the article above.

What is the baggage allowance on Qantas' international flights?

Qantas international flights have the following baggage allowance:

International Flights (Excluding North and South America)

Economy: 66 pounds (30 kg)
Premium Economy: 88 pounds (40 kg)
Business: 88 pounds (40 kg)
First: 110 pounds (50 kg)

International Flights (Including North and South America)

Economy: 1 piece up to 70 pounds (32 kg)
Premium Economy: 2 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
Business: 2 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
First: 3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each

How much carry-on luggage is allowed on Qantas?

All passengers flying with Qantas may bring a personal item, and the standard carry-on allowance depends on the flight route and cabin class.

All passengers on domestic flights and first, business, and premium economy passengers on international flights:

1 x 45-inch (114 cm) bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg); or
2 x 41-inch (104 cm) bags with 1 piece up to 22 pounds (10 kg) and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces; or
1 x 41-inch (104 cm) bag and 1 x 73-inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg) for 1 piece and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces

Economy passengers on international flights:

1 x 45-inch (114 cm) bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg); or
1 x 73-inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg)

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Qantas Baggage Fees, Allowance, and Policy (And Tips To Cover the Expenses)

Qantas Carry-on Allowance

Standard Carry-on

Qantas Checked Baggage Allowance

Domestic Flights

International Flights (Excluding North and South America)

International Flights (Including North and South America)

Additional/Excess Baggage Fees

Other International Flights — Airport Heavy Charges

Exclusions and Waivers

Domestic Flights Within Australia

International Flights (Excluding North and South America)

International Flights (Including North and South America)

Can I Prepay for Baggage?

Credit Cards That Reimburse You for Checked Bag Fees

Frequently asked questions

What is the baggage allowance for Qantas?

What size is carry-on luggage for Qantas?

How much is an extra bag on Qantas?

What is the baggage allowance on Qantas' international flights?

How much carry-on luggage is allowed on Qantas?

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