Qatar
Full service airline, Hamad hub Qatar Airways baggage allowance
Qatar Airways sets the checked allowance by fare family: Economy runs from 20 kg on Lite to 35 kg on Comfort, Business gets 40 kg and First 50 kg. Flights to Africa and the Americas count bags instead.
| Allowance | Economy | Business and First |
|---|---|---|
| Carry-on bagPlus one personal item under the seat | 7 kg50 x 37 x 25 cm | 2 x 15 kgTwo pieces, 15 kg combined |
| Checked bagMost routes, set by fare family | 20 to 35 kgLite 20, Classic 25, Convenience 30, Comfort 35 | 40 kg50 kg in First |
| Africa and the AmericasPiece concept instead of weight | 1 to 2 x 23 kgLite one bag, other fares two | 2 x 32 kgTwo bags, 158 cm each |
Cabin baggage
What you keep with you on board. The carry-on bag goes in the overhead bin, the personal item goes under the seat in front of you.
Carry-on bag
- Size
- 50 x 37 x 25 cm
- Weight
- 7 kg in EconomyBusiness and First: two pieces up to 15 kg total
- Pieces
- One bag
One piece of carry-on baggage allowed per passenger.
Personal item
- Size
- Not separately specified
- Weight
- Included in carry-on allowance
- Examples
- One handbag, briefcase, umbrella, coat, blanket, crutches, or reading material allowed in addition to carry-on.
Liquids: containers of 100 ml or less, all inside one transparent resealable 1 litre bag. Baby food, medication and sealed duty free purchases are exempt.
Power banks and batteries
Lithium batteries travel in the cabin, never in the hold. Since 2025 most carriers also ban using or charging a power bank during the flight.
| Item | Cabin | Checked | Rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power bank up to 100 WhAbout 27,000 mAh at 3.7 V | Allowed | Not allowed | One per passenger, under the seat, not in the overhead bin. Do not use or charge it on board. |
| Power bank 100 to 160 Wh | Approval needed | Not allowed | Maximum two, with airline approval before the flight. |
| Power bank over 160 Wh | Not allowed | Not allowed | Cannot travel on Qatar Airways in any form. |
| Spare laptop and camera batteries | Allowed | Not allowed | Terminals taped or in original packaging, up to 100 Wh each. |
| Devices with built-in batteriesLaptops, phones, cameras, tablets | Allowed | Switched off | Better in the cabin. If checked, fully switched off and protected from accidental activation. |
| E-cigarettes and vapes | Allowed | Not allowed | Cabin only, never used on board. |
Checked baggage
Qatar Airways uses a weight concept on most routes and a piece concept to and from the Americas and Africa. The included weight changes with both the fare family and the route, so the figure on your ticket is the one that counts.
| Cabin | First bag | Second bag | Max weight per bag | Max size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy (Other Routes) | Included | Included | 32 kg | 300 cm |
| Economy (Americas/Africa) | Included | Included | 23 kg | 158 cm |
| Business Class | Included | Included | 32 kg | 300 cm |
| First Class | Included | Included | 32 kg | 300 cm |
Economy (Other Routes): Weight concept: 30 kg total, unlimited pieces.
Economy (Americas/Africa): Piece concept: 2 bags of 23 kg each included.
Business Class: Weight concept: 40 kg total, or 2 x 32 kg pieces on Americas routes.
First Class: Weight concept: 50 kg total, or 2 x 32 kg pieces on Americas routes. Allowances change by route, fare family and booking date, so confirm on the official Qatar Airways baggage page before you pack.
Checked weight by fare family
Everywhere except Africa and the Americas, the fare family you buy decides how many kilograms you get. Business and First carry the same allowance across all their fares.
| Economy Lite | 20 kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Classic | 25 kg | |
| Economy Convenience | 30 kg | |
| Economy Comfort | 35 kg | |
| Business, all fares | 40 kg | |
| First Elite | 50 kg |
Split the total across as many bags as you like, as long as no single bag is over 32 kg. Privilege Club status adds to these figures, see status extras.
Flights to and from the Americas
Flights to and from Africa and the Americas use a piece concept: a fixed number of bags, each with its own weight cap, instead of a total to split.
| Cabin | Bags included | Max weight per bag | Max size per bag |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | 1 to 2 bagsLite 1 bag, Classic and above 2 | 23 kg | 158 cm |
| Business and First | 2 bags | 32 kg | 158 cm |
Applies to flights to and from Africa and the Americas. Every other destination uses the weight concept.
Where travellers misread the rules
Economy Lite looks like the same fare on every route, but it carries 20 kg on a weight route and a single 23 kg bag on an African or American one. The cheapest fare is where the two systems diverge most.
What to verify before you pay
Whether your route touches Africa or the Americas, and which Economy fare family you booked, because Lite is the only one that drops to a single bag.
Excess baggage fees
What it costs when you go over the included weight. Prices are estimates and vary by route.
| Situation | What you pay | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Extra weight | $25-40 per kg, varies by route. | Varies by route and when you buy it |
| Prepaid online | Save up to 35% when prepaying online. | Buy extra weight before departure |
| Overweight bag | QAR 275-550 for bags over the weight limit. | Above the per-bag weight limit |
Airport prices run 20 to 40 percent higher than online.
Estimate your excess fee
Your allowance
Estimate in US dollars based on published rate ranges. The exact fee depends on your route, currency and booking date. Confirm on qatarairways.com before you pay.
How the allowance plays out on a real booking. Fares, routes and Privilege Club status can move these numbers.
- Cabin
- One 7 kg bag, 50 x 37 x 25 cm, plus a personal item
- Checked
- 25 kg in total on a Classic fare, split across as many bags as you like
- Second bag
- Fine, as long as the bags together stay under 25 kg and none passes 32 kg
- Tip
- Prepay extra kilograms online, where Qatar takes up to 35 percent off the counter rate
- Cabin
- Two pieces up to 15 kg combined
- Checked
- Two bags of up to 32 kg each, included in the fare
- Route rule
- American routes count bags rather than kilograms, so the 40 kg total does not apply
- Status
- Privilege Club Silver and Gold add a bag, Platinum adds two
Before you pack
Six habits that keep you out of the excess baggage queue.
- Weigh bags at homeA luggage scale costs less than a single overweight bag fee, and it settles the argument at home rather than at the counter.
- Prepay extra weight onlineBuying through qatarairways.com is 10 to 20 percent cheaper than paying at the counter.
- Wear the heavy itemsBoots, coats and jackets on your body do not count toward any limit.
- Use compression bagsVacuum bags cut clothing volume by up to 75 percent, which helps with the 300 cm size rule.
- Check your credit card perksSome premium cards include extra baggage or refund fees on selected airlines.
- Use your Privilege Club statusSilver, Gold and Platinum members get 15 to 25 kg extra on top of the fare allowance, see status extras.
Privilege Club status extras
Privilege Club status adds to the fare allowance. The extra applies to the member only and varies with the route.
| Tier | Weight concept routes | Piece concept routes | Also included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burgundy | None | None | Standard fare allowance |
| Silver | +15 kg | +1 bag | Whichever concept the route uses |
| Gold | +20 kg | +1 bag | Whichever concept the route uses |
| Platinum | +25 kg | +2 bags | Whichever concept the route uses |
Example: a 30 kg Economy allowance becomes 50 kg for a Platinum member on a weight concept route, or two extra bags on a piece concept one.
Sports equipment, instruments and infants
Special items travel with conditions. Every one of them needs advance reservation, and acceptance at the airport is not guaranteed without it.
| Item | Size or conditions | Fee estimate | Book ahead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sporting equipment | Golf bags, bicycles and diving gear inside your checked allowanceBuy extra sporting allowance ahead for a lower rate than the airport charges | Included in allowance | Book the extra allowance in advance |
| Musical instruments | Inside your checked allowanceExtra allowance can be purchased when the instrument is over the size or weight limit. An extra cabin seat can be purchased too | Included in allowance | Contact Qatar Airways in advance |
| Infant baggage | 10 kg extra allowance plus stroller or car seat. | ||
| Duty-free items | items purchased on the day of travel may be carried on board. |
Book special items online before travel. Airport prices are higher than the same allowance bought online, and hold space is first come, first served.
Check-in and bag drop deadlines
Counted back from scheduled departure. Miss the bag drop cut-off and the bag does not fly, even if you do.
- 48 hOnline check-in opens24 hours on flights to and from the United States
- 90 minOnline check-in closesBoarding pass must be issued by now
If your bag does not arrive
Delayed and damaged bags follow a strict clock. Most claims fail because the report was made after leaving the airport.
Report before you leave the hall
Go to the Qatar Airways baggage services desk in the arrivals baggage hall. You get a Property Irregularity Report (PIR) with a 10 character reference. Without it there is no claim.
Track with the PIR reference
Use the reference and your surname on the Qatar Airways baggage tracing page. Most delayed bags arrive within 48 hours and are delivered to your address free of charge.
Track a bagKeep receipts, mind the deadlines
Essentials bought while the bag is missing can be claimed. Damage must be reported within 7 days, delayed bag expenses within 21 days of delivery, under the Montreal Convention.
How Qatar Airways compares
Benchmark these limits against the rest of the industry before you decide which bag to bring.
Frequently asked questions
How much checked baggage does a Qatar Airways ticket include?
On most routes the fare family decides: Economy Lite carries 20 kg, Classic 25 kg, Convenience 30 kg and Comfort 35 kg. Business gets 40 kg across all its fares and First 50 kg. You may split the total across as many bags as you like, as long as no single bag passes 32 kg.
What are the carry-on limits on Qatar Airways?
Economy takes one bag of up to 7 kg measuring 50 x 37 x 25 cm, plus a personal item that fits under the seat. Business and First take two pieces weighing 15 kg between them.
Which Qatar Airways routes count bags instead of kilograms?
Flights to and from Africa and the Americas. There Economy Lite carries one bag of 23 kg and the other Economy fares two, while Business and First carry two bags of 32 kg each. The weight totals do not apply on those routes.
Does Privilege Club status add baggage?
Yes. Silver adds 15 kg, Gold 20 kg and Platinum 25 kg on weight concept routes. On piece concept routes Silver and Gold add one bag and Platinum adds two. The extra applies to the member only.
How much does excess baggage cost on Qatar Airways?
Between 25 and 40 US dollars per kilogram depending on the route. Buying the extra weight online before you travel takes up to 35 percent off the counter price.
When does Qatar Airways check-in close?
Online check-in runs from 48 hours before departure until 90 minutes before, or from 24 hours on flights to and from the United States. Counter and gate deadlines are set by each airport, so check the one you are flying from.
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