Qatar Airways Baggage Policy

Qatar Airways Baggage Policy and Fees - AirCancellation.com

Planning to fly with Qatar Airways? Understanding the Qatar Airways baggage policy helps you avoid surprises and pack according to your cabin class. On this airline, each passenger is given a free baggage allowance both in the hold and cabin. The maximum weight of the bags you can check will be decided by the cabin type. In the cabin, you can bring up to two items. Again, the combined weight should not go beyond the allowance of your cabin. If all this has not satisfied your curiosity about Qatar Airways baggage policy, this AirCancellation Baggage Policy page will give further details.

Key Points About Qatar Airways Baggage Policy

Qatar Airways keeps in mind the convenience as well as the safety of passengers. You may not be allowed to bring certain items considered hazardous on aircraft. Also, Valuables like jewelry and electronics should be carried in hand luggage. Here are the salient aspects of Qatar Airways baggage policy.

Add extra baggage online up to 6 hours before departure and save up to 70%.
Economy class and Business class passengers can check bags of 23kg and 32kg.
Up to 5 pieces or 100kg can be checked.
You can purchase a separate seat for a special baggage item too fragile for the hold.
A cabin bag in Economy class and Business shouldn’t exceed 7kg and 10kg.
A laptop bag if carried separately, will be considered as a carry-on.

Baggage Allowances on Qatar Airways

Your baggage allowance will be mentioned on the e-ticket issued to you. For flights to or from Africas and Americas, Qatar Airways baggage allowance is stated in the number of bags permitted. On other routes, you will find the baggage allowance is weight. Dimensions per bag should not be over 158cm on flights to/from Africa or Americas. For all other routes, the maximum dimensions per bag should not exceed 300cm (length + width + height). For a simpler understanding, here is a tabular presentation of Qatar Airways baggage allowance Economy and Business cabins.

**Economy Cabin**
Fare Class	Africas & Americas	Except Africas & Americas
Economy Lite	1 piece up to 23 kg	20 kg
Economy Classic	2 pieces each up to 23 kg	25 kg
Economy Convenience	2 pieces each up to 23 kg	30 kg
Economy Comfort	2 pieces each up to 23 kg	35 kg

**Business Cabin**
Fare Class	Africas & Americas	Except Africas & Americas
Business Lite	2 pieces of 32 kg each	40 kg
Business Classic	2 pieces of 32 kg each	40 kg
Business Comfort	2 pieces of 32 kg each	40 kg
Business Elite	2 pieces of 32 kg each	40 kg

The weight concept doesn’t apply to cabin baggage allowance. In Economy class, you can bring 1 cabin bag weighing 7kg. Business Class passengers can carry up to two cabin bags, not exceeding a total of 15kg, with a maximum of 10kg per bag.

How to Add Extra Baggage on Qatar Airways?

If you find the allowance not sufficient, you can add extra baggage on a flight. Adding baggage online will require you to go to the Manage Booking section on the airline website or mobile app. Find your booking with your booking reference or e-ticket number and last name. Alternatively, you can also a) purchase additional baggage at the check-in counter, b) contact call center or c) visit Qatar Airways office. Adding baggage may require you to pay Qatar Airways baggage fees. Here are certain things you must remember about this.

You may be charged a fee in the currency of the country where your flight originates.
You can pay the fee in cash plus Avios. Avios are the loyalty points you earn by flying on OneWorld airlines.
You can also use your Qcredits to purchase extra baggage. QCredits are loyalty points you earn on Qatar Airways.

Adding infant luggage will not be possible online. You will have to call Qatar Airways customer service number. For any assistance, you can call the airline or AirCancellation on +1-877-777-2827 or +1-888-826-0067.

What Are Qatar Airways Extra Baggage Fees?

The charges for extra baggage will depend on the route. Longer flights will require you to pay more. You can either buy a piece of luggage or add luggage in units of 5kg. But, this option can be availed only till 6 hours before departure. Within 6 hours of departure, you will pay a fee on extra luggage, which will be calculated at a price per kg. Here are the things you need not overlook when you are buying extra baggage.

Under Qatar Airways baggage policy economy passengers cannot buy overweight bags online.
You can buy extra baggage up to 32kg.
The price you get within 6 hours of flight will be the highest.

Essential Tips for Qatar Airways Baggage Allowance

In addition to the carry-on item, you will be allowed to bring a personal item. But, this item should be easily adjustable underneath your seat. Here are several other tips to enjoy Qatar Airways baggage services.

If you have a disability, you can check a wheelchair.
Frequent flyers will be allowed up to 2 additional bags weighing within 25kg.
You can bring 1 infant item (stroller, collapsible carrycot, pushchair or car seat).
You may be able to check 1 bag of up to 23kg if you have an infant.
1 additional piece or 10kg extra for students.
Sporting equipment may be allowed in luggage as long as it doesn’t exceed the permitted Qatar Airways baggage size.

Tips for Adding Extra Baggage on Qatar Airways Flights

There is always a way to add baggage at a lower price and more conveniently. The cheapest way to buy baggage is through the Manage Booking section. You will pay at least 70% less by prepaying for baggage. Here are a few friendly tips for adding baggage.

Avoid adding baggage at the airport because you will get the highest price.
Fragile special baggage vulnerable to damage, may not be accepted in hold but you can book up to 3 extra seats for them.
If you have sporting equipment like bicycle, make sure it is not over 32kg.
When you have flights not operated by Qatar Airways on your itinerary refer to the baggage allowance of the airline concerned.

You may be able to buy extra baggage on a flight, provided it is operated by the airline. On itineraries which include non-Qatar Airways flights, the availability and charges will depend on the operating carrier. You can call Qatar Airways customer service or AirCancellation on +1-877-777-2827 or +1-888-826-0067 for assistance with adding luggage.