Qatar Airways Baggage Policy & Fees
Qatar Airways offers generous baggage allowances for all of its passengers. The specific allowance will vary depending on your travel class and route.Qatar Airways Carry-on baggage
Qatar Airways allows passengers to bring one piece of carry-on baggage for each class, which must not exceed the following dimensions and weight:| Classes | Dimensions | weight |
| Economy Class | 50cm x 37cm x 25cm (20 inches x 14 inches x 10 inches) 7kg (15lbs) | 7kg (15lbs) |
| Business Class | 50cm x 37cm x 25cm (20 inches x 14 inches x 10 inches) | 15kg (33lbs) |
| First Class | 50cm x 37cm x 25cm (20 inches x 14 inches x 10 inches) | 15kg (33lbs) |
Qatar Airways Checked baggage
Qatar Airways allows one checked baggage for each class. Additional checked bags can be added for a fee.| Classes | weight |
| Economy Class | up to 23kg (50lbs) |
| Business Class | up to 30kg (66lbs) |
| First Class | up to 32kg (70lbs) |
Qatar Airways Excess Baggage Fees
Qatar Airways charges fees for checked baggage that exceeds the baggage allowance. The fees for overweight and oversized baggage are as follows:Overweight baggage:
| Overweight | Fee |
| 24kg - 30kg (53 lbs - 66lbs) | QAR 50 per kg |
| 31kg - 35kg (68 lbs - 77lbs) | QAR 60 per kg |
| 36kg - 40kg (80 lbs - 88lbs) | QAR 70 per kg |
Oversized baggage:
Length + width + height > 158cm (62 inches): QAR 500 per piece
Musical instruments: Qatar Airways allows passengers to check in musical instruments free of charge, up to the following dimensions: 135 x 38 x 30 cm (53 x 15 x 12 inches).
Medical equipment: Qatar Airways allows passengers to check in medical equipment free of charge, up to the following dimensions: 150 x 50 x 50 cm (59 x 20 x 20 inches).
Length + width + height > 158cm (62 inches): QAR 500 per piece
Prohibited items in Checked or Carry on Baggage
The following items are not allowed in checked or hand baggage:- Dangerous goods, such as explosives, flammable liquids, and compressed gasses
- Perishable items, such as fresh food and flowers
- Live animals
- Valuables, such as money, jewelry, and electronics
Allowances for special items in Qatar Airways:
Sporting equipment: Qatar Airways allows passengers to check in sporting equipment free of charge, up to the following dimensions: 300 x 70 x 50 cm (118 x 27 x 20 inches).Musical instruments: Qatar Airways allows passengers to check in musical instruments free of charge, up to the following dimensions: 135 x 38 x 30 cm (53 x 15 x 12 inches).
Medical equipment: Qatar Airways allows passengers to check in medical equipment free of charge, up to the following dimensions: 150 x 50 x 50 cm (59 x 20 x 20 inches).
Qatar airways baggage tracking
To track your Qatar Airways baggage:- Visit the Qatar Airways website
- enter your booking reference number.
- Then you will be able to see the status of your baggage
Tips for avoiding Qatar Airways baggage fees:
- Be aware of the baggage allowance for your cabin class.
- Pack your baggage carefully to avoid overweight and oversized baggage fees.
- Check in online to avoid paying baggage fees at the airport.
- Consider checking in your baggage at the Qatar Airways baggage drop-off counters at the airport, as these counters often have lower baggage fees than the self-service baggage drop-off kiosks.