Qantas Baggage Policy – Fees & Allowance. If you already have a booking, you can see your ticketed allowance at manage booking or ask your travel agent.
If you’re about to make a booking on our website your ticketed baggage allowance will be confirmed on the review page before payment.
Different baggage allowances may apply each time you check-in baggage.
If you check-in baggage for a multiple sector journey, usually the baggage allowance of the most significant carrier in your itinerary will apply.
However, different rules may apply to tickets to and from the USA or Canada.
If you’re travelling with Qantas soon, you can find out everything you need to know about Qantas baggage allowance, restrictions, fees below.
Qantas Carry-On Baggage
Qantas passengers are permitted to carry cabin baggage on board their flight, however, the allowance depends on the class of service booked and whether they are travelling on a domestic or international flight.
For international flights carry-on allowances are based on the class you are flying with.
For First, Business and Premium Economy you are permitted one 115cm bag which must not exceed the dimensions of 56cm x 36cm x 23cm and weigh no more than 10kg.
Or you can use 2 x 105cm bags which must not exceed the dimensions of 48cm x 34cm x 23cm and weigh no more than 14kg in total.
Alternatively, you can carry-on a 1 x 105cm bag which must not exceed the dimensions of 48cm x 34cm x 23cm and 1 x 185cm non-rigid garment bag which must not exceed the dimensions of 60cm x 11cm x 114cm.
These two pieces together should not weigh more than 14kg.
Economy passengers are entitled to carry-on one 115cm bag which must not exceed the dimensions of 56cm x 36cm x 23cm and weigh more than 7kgs.
Or they can carry-on a 185cm non-rigid garment bag that must not exceed the dimensions of 60cm x 11cm x 114cm and weigh more than 7kg.
| Class | Number of Bags | Size Restrictions | Weight Allowance |
|---|---|---|---|
| First, Business and Premium Economy Class | 1 x 115cm bag OR 2 x 105cm bags OR 1 x 105cm bag and 1 x 185cm non-rigid garment bag | 1 bag 56cm + 36cm + 23cm OR 2 bags 48cm + 34cm + 23cm OR 1 bag 48cm + 34cm + 23cm & 1 garment bag 60cm + 11cm + 114cm | 1 bag 10kg OR 2 bags up to 14kg |
| Economy | 1 x 115cm bag OR 1 x 185cm non-rigid garment bag | 1 bag 56cm + 36cm+ 23cm OR 1 non-rigid garment bag 60cm + 11cm + 114cm | 7kg |
As well as your carry-on baggage allowance, you may also bring on-board one small personal item such as a handbag, laptop*, coat, small camera, reading material or a small number of duty-free goods (where permitted).
Qantas Carry-On Musical Instruments
You may bring onboard a musical instrument in its hard-shell case that weighs no more than 7kg and doesn’t exceed the maximum dimensions for musical instruments which are 142cm = 85cm x 34cm x 23cm.
It must be placed in the overhead locker.
If its total dimensions are 105cm or less, then it will be equivalent to a 105cm bag, using the carry-on baggage measurements.
If its total dimensions are between 105cm and 142cm then it will be considered as equivalent to a 115cm bag using the carry-on baggage measurements.
Please remember to measure your musical instrument before checking in at the airport.
Small musical instruments, such as violins, usually fit within the musical instrument allowance.
Larger musical instruments, like guitars, don’t fit within the musical instrument allowance and must be checked-in.
Alternatively, you can purchase an extra seat and carry it as a bulky item as outlined below.
It is recommended that you arrive promptly to board your flight to make sure you can place your musical instrument safely in an overhead locker.
Qantas Carry-On Bulky Items
A bulky item can be carried in the cabin (except on Dash 8 services) but it must not weight more than 7kgs and if the dimensions exceed the maximum specified in the table below you are required to purchase an extra seat.
Examples of bulky items include diplomatic or courier bags, larger musical instrument (e.g. cello), artworks or a piece of technical equipment.
| Class | CM | Dimensions |
|---|---|---|
| First Class | 178cm | 74cm x 51cm x 53cm |
| Business Class | 169cm | 71cm x 50cm x 48cm |
| Premium Economy & Economy | 158cm | 71cm x 43cm x 44cm |
Qantas Checked Baggage
Qantas passengers are given a certain amount of free baggage allowance, however, the exact amount depends on the class you are flying with and the flight route.
Please refer to the tables below.
International flights (excluding North and South America)
No single piece of baggage can exceed 30kg (70lb) or 158cm.
For tickets issued on all Qantas international flights excluding flights to/from South and North America, the table below outlines your allowances.
Total dimensions for each piece must not exceed 158cm.
Dimensions for checked baggage are calculated by adding together the width, height and depth of the piece of baggage.
| Travel Class | Standard Flyer | Qantas Club members and Silver Qantas Frequent Flyers | Gold Qantas Frequent Flyers | Platinum and Platinum One Qantas Frequent Flyers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First | 50kg (110lb) | 62kg (136lb) | 66kg (136lb) | 70kg (154lb) |
| Business & Premium Economy | 40kg (88lb) | 52kg (114lb) | 56kg (123lb) | 60kg (132lb) |
| Economy | 30kg (66lb) | 42kg (92lb) | 46kg (101lb) | 50kg (110lb) |
International flights (including North and South America)
No single piece of baggage can exceed 32kg (70lb).
For tickets issued on all Qantas international flights including flights to/from South and North America, the table below outlines your allowances.
| Travel Class | Stand Flyer | Qantas Club members and Silver and Gold Qantas Frequent Flyers | Platinum and Platinum One Qantas Frequent Flyers |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Class & Business Class | 3 x 32kg (70lb) each | 3 x 32kg (70lb) each | 4 x 32kg (70lb) each |
| Premium Economy | 2 x 23kg (50lb) each | 3 x 23kg (50lb) each | 3 x 32kg (70lb) each |
| Economy | 2 x 23kg (50lb) each | 3 x 23kg (50lb) each | 3 x 32kg (70lb) each |
USA and Canada: Under regulations from the USA and Canadian, if your final destination is within the USA or Canada, the airline whose flight appears for the first flight on your ticket will determine whether its baggage rules or another airline’s baggage rules will apply to all the flights in your itinerary. For travel between Australia and the USA, usually (but not always) Qantas’ baggage rules will apply.
Mobility equipment – USA Flights only: There is no limit on the number of pieces of mobility equipment allowed to be carried on the flight for disabled passengers.
Qantas Excess Baggage
If your baggage will exceed Qantas’ checked baggage allowance then you have the option to buy additional baggage allowance on their website for lower rates than you would pay at the airport.
Alternatively, if you are a frequent flyer with Qantas you can use your Qantas Points.
Excess baggage on Qantas is available on Qantas flights only.
Excess baggage charges will apply when checking in excess baggage at the airport and you will incur a heavy charge at the airport if your allowance is 23kg per piece and any piece exceeds that weight (for flights within Australia and to the United States only).
It’s important to note that no single item of checked baggage may exceed 32kg.
For further information regarding fees and routes, please check the table below.
International travel – excluding the Americas
| Destination | Charge for each excess kg |
|---|---|
| International – between Australia and New Zealand and Papua New Guinea | A$20 per kg |
| International – between Australia and New Caledonia | A$5 per kg |
| International – between Australia and Asia | A$35 per kg |
| International – between Asia and London | A$60 per kg |
| International – between Australia and South Africa, and Europe | A$80 per kg |
International travel – including the Americas
Please note: from 15 October 2019, Qantas has changed its airport excess baggage rates for flights between Australia and the Americas.
| Destination | Charge |
|---|---|
| International – to the Americas | A$200 for each extra piece A$85 heavy charge |
| International – from the Americas | US$185 for each extra piece US$85 heavy charge |
Qantas Sports Equipment
If you are travelling with sports equipment you can include it as part of your checked baggage allowance, but this is subject to requirements.
Each item must be checked in as one piece and you will incur charges for any additional baggage.
To add sports equipment to your booking, go to the Qantas website and click manage booking.
If you want to save on excess baggage fees, you can purchase an additional baggage allowance prior to arriving at the airport.
This is subject to free baggage allowance being available on your flight.
If you are shipping sports equipment such as surfboards, surf skis and windsurfers (sailboards) you may not be able to count this towards checked baggage and instead will need to send it as freight.
Freight charges will apply.
The maximum weight of any piece of checked baggage is 32kg (70lb).
All items must be properly and securely packed.
What is the baggage allowance for Qantas?
The free baggage allowance with Qantas depends on the route and cabin class.
Domestic flights and flights to/from the Americas use the piece concept and other international routes use the weight concept.
The allowances are included in the above article.
What size is carry-on luggage for Qantas?
Qantas passengers have the choice of bringing a standard carry-on and/or a garment bag (depending on the route and cabin class).
All passengers on domestic flights and first, business, and premium economy passengers on international flights may bring:
- 1 x 45 inch (115 cm) bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg); or
- 2 x 41 inch (105 cm) bags with 1 piece up to 22 pounds (10 kg) and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces; or
- 1 x 41 inch (105 cm) bag and 1 x 73 inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg) for 1 piece and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces
Economy passengers on international flights may bring:
- 1 x 45 inch (115 cm) bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg); or
- 1 x 73 inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg)
How much is an extra bag on Qantas?
The fee for an additional bag on Qantas depends on the route.
Domestic routes and flights to/from the Americas charges by additional piece and all other international flights that work on the weight concept charge by additional kilogram required.
Fees are included in the article above.
What is the baggage allowance on Qantas’ international flights?
Qantas international flights have the following baggage allowance:
International Flights (Excluding North and South America)
- Economy: 66 pounds (30 kg)
- Premium Economy: 88 pounds (40 kg)
- Business: 88 pounds (40 kg)
- First: 110 pounds (50 kg)
International Flights (Including North and South America)
- Economy: 2 pieces up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each
- Premium Economy: 2 pieces up to 50 pounds (23 kg) each
- Business: 3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
- First: 3 pieces up to 70 pounds (32 kg) each
How much carry-on luggage is allowed on Qantas?
All passengers flying with Qantas may bring a personal item, and the standard carry-on allowance depends on the flight route and cabin class.
All passengers on domestic flights and first, business and premium economy passengers on international flights:
- 1 x 45 inch (115 cm) bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg); or
- 2 x 41 inch (105 cm) bags with 1 piece up to 22 pounds (10 kg) and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces; or
- 1 x 41 inch (105 cm) bag and 1 x 73 inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 22 pounds (10 kg) for 1 piece and 30 pounds (14 kg) total across both pieces
Economy passengers on international flights:
- 1 x 45 inch (115 cm) bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg); or
- 1 x 73 inch (185 cm) non-rigid garment bag up to 15 pounds (7 kg)