Qatar Airways has a generous baggage allowance for flights that uses the weight concept (all flights excluding to/from the Americas). The allowance for economy passengers is 55 pounds (25 kg) to 77 pounds (35 kg), depending on the route.
Although this allowance is generous, be sure not to get stung by Qatar Airways’ pricey excess fees that are charged per kilogram and can add up quickly!
Qatar Airways Carry-on Allowance
1 Personal Item: FREE
Standard Carry-on Bag:
- Economy Class: 1 FREE bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg)
- First Class and Business Class: 2 FREE bags with a combined total weight of 33 pounds (15 kg)
Size Restrictions
- Personal: No size limit disclosed, but Qatar Airlines states that items are permitted such as a handbag or small briefcase
- Carry-on: 20 x 15 x 10 inches (50 x 37 x 25 cm)
Lap Infant Carry-on Policy
- Infants are not permitted any carry-on allowance, so any items would need to be carried in the adult’s carry-on
Stroller Check Policy
- Passengers may check 1 item such as a stroller or carrying cot free of charge. For flights to/from Argentina, Brazil, Canada, and the U.S., an infant is permitted 1 piece of checked luggage up to 50 pounds (23 kg) and 45 inches (115 cm). For all other routes, the allowance is 1 x 22 pound (10 kg) bag.
Qatar Airways Checked Baggage Allowance
Depending on the route, the baggage allowance uses either a piece or weight concept. Piece concept routes are restricted to 2 pieces that must not exceed 62 inches (158 cm) each, and the weight concept routes have a maximum weight allowance with no restriction to the number of pieces.
Piece Concept Routes (Maximum Dimension of 62 Inches (158 cm) per Piece)
Route |
All Economy Fares |
Business Class |
First Class |
Flights to and from Africa or the Americas |
2 x 50 pound (23 kg) bags |
2 x 70 pound (32 kg) bags |
2 x 70 pound (32 kg) bags |
Weight Concept Routes (Maximum Combined Dimension of 118 Inches (300 CM))
Route |
Economy Classic |
Economy Convenience |
Economy Comfort |
Flights to/from all other destinations |
55 pounds (25 kg) |
66 pounds (30 kg) |
77 pounds (35 kg) |
Additional and Excess Baggage Fees
Excess luggage is available to purchase online (up to 6 hours prior to departure) with a saving of up to 50% compared to the rates at the airport, via the call center, or at the airline’s office.
Excess Fees for Weight Concept Routes (Per 2.2 Pounds (1 Kg))
From/To |
Purchased |
Europe |
South, East, or Central Asia |
Japan and Korea |
Australasia |
The Middle East,
Indian Sub-continent |
Qatar |
Europe
|
Online |
$30 |
$30 |
$30 |
$25 |
$20-$30 |
$20 |
Offline |
$40 |
$40 |
$55 |
$60 |
$30-$40 |
$30 |
South, East, or Central Asia |
Online |
$30 |
$30 |
$40 |
$40 |
$25 |
$20-$30 |
Offline |
$40 |
$40 |
$60 |
$60 |
$30-$40 |
$30-$40 |
Japan and Korea |
Online |
$40 |
$30 |
$55 |
$55 |
$40 |
$30 |
Offline |
$50 |
$55 |
$85 |
$85 |
$45-$50 |
$40 |
Australasia |
Online |
$25 |
$39 |
$55 |
$55 |
$30-$39 |
$30 |
Offline |
$60 |
$60 |
$85 |
$85 |
$50-60 |
$50 |
The Middle East,
Indian Sub-continent |
Online |
$20-$30 |
$20-$30 |
$30 |
$30-$40 |
$10-$30 |
$20-30 |
Offline |
$30-$40 |
$30-$40 |
$40-$50 |
$50-$60 |
$20-$30 |
$20-30 |
Qatar
|
Online |
50 QAR |
60 QAR |
70 QAR |
90 QAR |
40 QAR |
– |
Offline |
80 QAR |
90 QAR |
110 QAR |
140 QAR |
50 QAR |
– |
Excess Fees for Piece Concept Routes (Per Piece)
- Extra piece*:
- Online: $200
- Offline: $250
- Overweight 50 to 70 pounds (23 to 32 kg):
*For flights between Buenos Aires and Brazil, excess baggage fees are $80 (online) and $100 offline per piece.
For baggage fees related to special luggage (sporting equipment, musical instruments, etc.) please refer to Qatar Airways’ policy.
Can I Prepay for Baggage?
Qatar Airways does allow passengers the ability to prepay luggage online to receive up to 50% off the airport price. Passengers can also pay for baggage via the call center or when checking in, but baggage will be charged at a higher rate.
To prepay online, log in to your booking and add the number of bags or excess weight that you would like to purchase.
Exclusions and Waivers
Qatar Airways Privilege Club members are eligible for increased baggage allowance:
- Silver: 33 pounds (15 kg) additional or 1 extra piece
- Gold: 33 pounds (20 kg) additional or 1 extra piece
- Platinum: 55 pounds (25 kg) additional or 2 extra pieces
To see more airline baggage fees and policies, click here.
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