What is Qatar Airways Baggage Allowance?
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Find out how much baggage is allowed on Qatar Airways in Economy, Business & First Class — including carry-on size, checked baggage weight, and personal item rules. We regularly verify our data against official airline sources.
7 kg (10 kg for Brazil)
Carry-on Weight
50x37x25 cm
19.6 × 14.5 × 9.8 in
Carry-on Size
23 kg per piece (piece concept) / 20–35 kg total, depending on the fare (weight concept).
Checked Weight
1
Pieces Allowed
How much baggage is allowed on Qatar Airways?
Qatar Airways allows 7 kg (10 kg for Brazil) of carry-on (hand) baggage in Economy Class with maximum dimensions of 50x37x25 cm.[1] For checked baggage, Economy passengers can bring 23 kg per piece (piece concept) / 20–35 kg total, depending on the fare (weight concept). per piece.[2]
· 19.6 × 14.5 × 9.8 in
Qatar Airways Economy Class — At a Glance
🧳 Carry-on Baggage (Hand Baggage)
- Weight: 7 kg (10 kg for Brazil)
- Pieces: 1
- Dimensions: 50x37x25 cm (19.6 × 14.5 × 9.8 in)
- Personal Item: Yes – in addition to the carry-on: 1 personal item (e.g., handbag, laptop bag, duty-free bag). Must fit under the seat in front of you.
📦 Checked Baggage
- Weight: 23 kg per piece (piece concept) / 20–35 kg total, depending on the fare (weight concept).
- Pieces: 1 (Lite Africa/Americas) / 2 (Classic+ Africa/Americas) / No limit (other routes)
- Dimensions: 158 cm (L+W+H) (Africa/Americas) / 300 cm (other)
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Qatar Airways Baggage Allowance by Class [3]
🧳 Carry-on Baggage (Hand Baggage)
| Pieces | Dimensions | Weight | Personal Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50x37x25 cm 19.6 × 14.5 × 9.8 in |
7 kg (10 kg for Brazil) | Yes – in addition to the carry-on: 1 personal item (e.g., handbag, laptop bag, duty-free bag). Must fit under the seat in front of you. |
📦 Checked Baggage
| Pieces | Dimensions | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 1 (Lite Africa/Americas) / 2 (Classic+ Africa/Americas) / No limit (other routes) | 158 cm (L+W+H) (Africa/Americas) / 300 cm (other) | 23 kg per piece (piece concept) / 20–35 kg total, depending on the fare (weight concept). |
🧳 Carry-on Baggage (Hand Baggage)
| Pieces | Dimensions | Weight | Personal Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 (1 ab USA) | 50x37x25 cm 19.6 × 14.5 × 9.8 in |
15 kg total | Yes – in addition to the carry-on: 1 personal item (e.g., handbag, laptop bag, duty-free bag). Must fit under the seat in front of you. |
📦 Checked Baggage
| Pieces | Dimensions | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 2 (Africa/Americas) / No limit (other) | 158 cm (L+W+H) (Africa/Americas) / 300 cm (other) | 32 kg per piece for Africa and the Americas, or 40 kg total for other regions. |
🧳 Carry-on Baggage (Hand Baggage)
| Pieces | Dimensions | Weight | Personal Item |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 (1 ab USA) | 50x37x25 cm 19.6 × 14.5 × 9.8 in |
15 kg total | Yes – in addition to the carry-on: 1 personal item (e.g., handbag, laptop bag, duty-free bag). Must fit under the seat in front of you. |
📦 Checked Baggage
| Pieces | Dimensions | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 2 (Africa/Americas) / No limit (other) | 158 cm (L+W+H) (Africa/Americas) / 300 cm (other) | 32 kg per piece for Africa and the Americas, or 50 kg total for other regions. |
Qatar Airways Special Policies [4]
🍼 Baby / Infant
- Children ≥2 years: same free baggage allowance as adults.
- Babies (≤2 years, on lap): own checked baggage (1 piece, fare-dependent) + 1 stroller/foldable carrycot free of charge + 1 car seat free of charge (if separate seat booked).
- Baby food: exempt from liquid rules.
♿ Mobility Aids
- Wheelchair & Mobility Aids: free of charge. 48h advance notice recommended.
- Electric Wheelchairs: must be stored in the cargo hold (observe battery regulations).
- Walking Aids & Crutches: free of charge.
- Special Assistance: bookable at the airport.
⚽ Sports Equipment
- Sports Equipment: Included in free baggage allowance; accepted items include golf clubs, bicycles, ski/snowboard, diving equipment, surfboards, fishing equipment, sporting weapons/ammunition (with approval).
- Excess Baggage: If free allowance limit is exceeded, excess baggage rates apply.
- Sports Balls: Footballs and similar must be partially deflated.
🎻 Musical Instruments
- Small instruments: Free of charge as carry-on if ≤ carry-on dimensions.
- Larger instruments: Extra seat bookable if fits under seat or in closed overhead compartment, or as checked baggage included in free baggage allowance.
- Excessively heavy/large instruments: Not accepted in the cabin.
🐕 Pets
- Pets in Cargo: Dogs, cats, and birds as checked baggage in the cargo hold on most routes.
- Weight/Size Limits: Weight and size limits apply (animal + carrier).
- Breed Restrictions: Certain breeds (e.g., bulldogs, boxers, mastiffs) are excluded.
- Falcons: Between certain destinations in the cabin permitted.
- Service Dogs: See Accessibility/Special Assistance. Not in the cabin (except falcons and service dogs).
🧴 Liquids Policy
- Liquids: 100-ml rule for liquids in carry-on (1-liter bag).
- Alcohol: max. 5 liters netto per passenger ( 70% prohibited).
- Exemptions: Baby food and medication exempt from liquid rules.
🔋 Batteries / Powerbanks
- Battery Limits: Lithium batteries/powerbanks only in carry-on, not checked; ≤100 Wh without approval.
- Smart Bags: Battery must be removable, otherwise not permitted.
- E-cigarettes: Only in carry-on, use on board prohibited.
💰 Overweight Fees
- Online Booking: Additional baggage can be booked online from 6 hours to 1 hour before departure, at check-in, or at the airport.
- Price Variation: Prices vary by route, but booking online is cheaper than at the airport.
- Example Route: On the Buenos Aires–Brazil route, an additional piece costs 100 USD.
📦 Extra Piece Fees
Additional pieces can be booked online, at check-in, or at the airport. Prices vary by route and fare. Online booking is available up to 1 hour before departure.
Notes
Route-dependent piece vs. weight concept. Fare Lite/Classic/Convenience/Comfort affect free baggage allowance. USA departure: Business/First only 1 carry-on piece plus personal item. Max. single item 32 kg. Privilege Club members receive additional free baggage allowance.
Qatar Airways — Quick Links
Official Domain
qatarairways.com
Sources
All information is researched from the official airline websites linked below — we do not guarantee accuracy and are not responsible for external content.
- Special baggage: https://www.qatarairways.com/en/baggage/special-items.html — Last verified on 2026-08-16
- Support & contact: https://www.qatarairways.com/en-us/help.html — Last verified on 2026-08-16
- Online check-in: https://www.qatarairways.com/en-us/services-checking-in.html — Last verified on 2026-08-16
- Refund: https://www.qatarairways.com/refund_form/customer-refund.html — Last verified on 2026-08-16
- Accessibility: https://www.qatarairways.com/en/services-special/disability-and-medical.html — Last verified on 2026-08-16