Explore the latest Qatar Airways (QR) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Qatar Airways was founded on November 22, 1993 and began operations on January 20, 1994. It is the national airline of Qatar. It is headquartered at Qatar Airways Towers, Doha, Qatar. Hamad International Airport is the airline's main hub. Qatar Airways is a member of the Oneworld Alliance. It operates international flights to more than 160 destinations. Qatar Airways has a fleet of 233 planes. In addition, the company offers a frequent-flyer program - Qatar Airways Privilege Club (Qmiles).
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Qatar baggage allowance may vary depending on flight and booking class. You can find the number of pieces and weight allowed for your journey when you select your flights on qatarairways.com, as well as on your ticket prior to travel. Qatar economy class from 20kg at Lite to 25-35kg and 2 hand luggage pieces in Economy classic, Convenience and Comfort. Business class 40kg and 2 pieces of hand luggage and in Qatar First class 50kg and 2 pieces of hand luggage at 15kg.
Qatar allows you to carry one falcon in the economy class cabin (no more than six falcons are permitted on each plane, and country regulations may apply), but pet dogs or cats are not allowed in the cabin. However, the airline accepts pet dogs, cats, and birds as check-in baggage on your flight or separately. Pets weighing more than 75 kg may be carried as cargo.
Infants are defined as children under two years of age. Newborns at least eight days old are allowed on Qatar Airways flights. Newborns under eight days of age may be accepted only in exceptional cases where travel is medically necessary. Infants may fly without a seat on the plane or on the lap of an accompanying adult. If you wish, you can buy a seat on the plane for an infant at the child's fare. Children over the age of two must have their own seats on the plane. If one adult is traveling with two infants, one seat must be purchased for one infant, and the other may be held on the lap.
Qatar Airways online check-in normally opens 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before departure. Flights departing the United States, and the Doha departure of flights to the United States, follow a 24-hour opening window. Availability also depends on the operating carrier and itinerary. Airport check-in, bag drop and boarding deadlines are separate. Follow the instructions for your airport and booking.
Qatar Airways provides Young Solo Traveler handling for unaccompanied children aged five through eleven. Meet and Assist may be requested for young passengers aged twelve through fifteen. A dedicated airline representative escort is a separate service with separate charges and advance booking conditions. Do not assume that every unaccompanied minor booking requires purchasing an airline representative return ticket. Confirm the requested service, fare, routing and documentation with Qatar Airways.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Qatar Airways.
Can I bring a 10 kg cabin bag in Qatar Airways economy?
The usual allowance is one cabin bag weighing up to 7 kg. Economy departures from Brazil have a 10 kg exception, which does not apply to departures elsewhere.
Do Qatar Airways economy fares have the same checked baggage allowance?
No. On applicable weight-concept routes, Lite, Classic, Convenience and Comfort include 20, 25, 30 and 35 kg respectively. Routes involving the Americas and Africa use different piece-concept rules.
When does Qatar Airways online check-in open and close for flights to or from the United States?
It opens 24 hours before departure for flights to or from the United States, compared with the usual 48 hours for other flights. Both close 90 minutes before departure.
How do I arrange Qatar Airways unaccompanied-minor service for a child aged 5–11?
Arrange the service at least 48 hours in advance. It applies to eligible Qatar Airways-operated flights with ticket numbers starting with 157.
How does Qatar Airways dedicated escort service differ from standard unaccompanied-minor service?
A dedicated escort is a separate service for children aged 5–15. It requires at least 72 hours’ notice and payment for the airline representative’s return ticket.
Do I need to notify Qatar Airways if I am travelling with my own wheelchair?
Notify the airline when booking or at least 48 hours before departure. Describe the wheelchair so that transport and assistance can be arranged.
Can an ordinary pet cat or dog travel in the Qatar Airways cabin?
Ordinary cats and dogs travel through eligible checked-hold or cargo arrangements. Falcons and service dogs have separate cabin rules; those exceptions do not apply to ordinary pets.
How early should I request pet transport with Qatar Airways?
Notify the airline at least 48 hours in advance. Acceptance depends on space, transport conditions and destination rules; advance notification does not guarantee approval.
What medical certificate is required by Qatar Airways for an uncomplicated single pregnancy at weeks 29–36?
The certificate must be in English and issued within 10 days before the initial departure. Other pregnancy conditions may require a medical information form (MEDIF) or prevent travel.
Do I need to request a child meal in advance with Qatar Airways?
Yes. Request it when booking or through Manage Booking at least 24 hours before departure. Infant meal arrangements are different.
Qatar Airways Flights, Routes & Travel Guide
Explore the latest Qatar Airways (QR) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Explore the latest Qatar Airways (QR) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Qatar Airways was founded on November 22, 1993 and began operations on January 20, 1994. It is the national airline of Qatar. It is headquartered at Qatar Airways Towers, Doha, Qatar. Hamad International Airport is the airline's main hub. Qatar Airways is a member of the Oneworld Alliance. It operates international flights to more than 160 destinations. Qatar Airways has a fleet of 233 planes. In addition, the company offers a frequent-flyer program - Qatar Airways Privilege Club (Qmiles).
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Qatar baggage allowance may vary depending on flight and booking class. You can find the number of pieces and weight allowed for your journey when you select your flights on qatarairways.com, as well as on your ticket prior to travel. Qatar economy class from 20kg at Lite to 25-35kg and 2 hand luggage pieces in Economy classic, Convenience and Comfort. Business class 40kg and 2 pieces of hand luggage and in Qatar First class 50kg and 2 pieces of hand luggage at 15kg.
Qatar allows you to carry one falcon in the economy class cabin (no more than six falcons are permitted on each plane, and country regulations may apply), but pet dogs or cats are not allowed in the cabin. However, the airline accepts pet dogs, cats, and birds as check-in baggage on your flight or separately. Pets weighing more than 75 kg may be carried as cargo.
Infants are defined as children under two years of age. Newborns at least eight days old are allowed on Qatar Airways flights. Newborns under eight days of age may be accepted only in exceptional cases where travel is medically necessary. Infants may fly without a seat on the plane or on the lap of an accompanying adult. If you wish, you can buy a seat on the plane for an infant at the child's fare. Children over the age of two must have their own seats on the plane. If one adult is traveling with two infants, one seat must be purchased for one infant, and the other may be held on the lap.
Qatar Airways online check-in normally opens 48 hours before departure and closes 90 minutes before departure. Flights departing the United States, and the Doha departure of flights to the United States, follow a 24-hour opening window. Availability also depends on the operating carrier and itinerary. Airport check-in, bag drop and boarding deadlines are separate. Follow the instructions for your airport and booking.
Qatar Airways provides Young Solo Traveler handling for unaccompanied children aged five through eleven. Meet and Assist may be requested for young passengers aged twelve through fifteen. A dedicated airline representative escort is a separate service with separate charges and advance booking conditions. Do not assume that every unaccompanied minor booking requires purchasing an airline representative return ticket. Confirm the requested service, fare, routing and documentation with Qatar Airways.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Qatar Airways.
Can I bring a 10 kg cabin bag in Qatar Airways economy?
The usual allowance is one cabin bag weighing up to 7 kg. Economy departures from Brazil have a 10 kg exception, which does not apply to departures elsewhere.
Do Qatar Airways economy fares have the same checked baggage allowance?
No. On applicable weight-concept routes, Lite, Classic, Convenience and Comfort include 20, 25, 30 and 35 kg respectively. Routes involving the Americas and Africa use different piece-concept rules.
When does Qatar Airways online check-in open and close for flights to or from the United States?
It opens 24 hours before departure for flights to or from the United States, compared with the usual 48 hours for other flights. Both close 90 minutes before departure.
How do I arrange Qatar Airways unaccompanied-minor service for a child aged 5–11?
Arrange the service at least 48 hours in advance. It applies to eligible Qatar Airways-operated flights with ticket numbers starting with 157.
How does Qatar Airways dedicated escort service differ from standard unaccompanied-minor service?
A dedicated escort is a separate service for children aged 5–15. It requires at least 72 hours’ notice and payment for the airline representative’s return ticket.
Do I need to notify Qatar Airways if I am travelling with my own wheelchair?
Notify the airline when booking or at least 48 hours before departure. Describe the wheelchair so that transport and assistance can be arranged.
Can an ordinary pet cat or dog travel in the Qatar Airways cabin?
Ordinary cats and dogs travel through eligible checked-hold or cargo arrangements. Falcons and service dogs have separate cabin rules; those exceptions do not apply to ordinary pets.
How early should I request pet transport with Qatar Airways?
Notify the airline at least 48 hours in advance. Acceptance depends on space, transport conditions and destination rules; advance notification does not guarantee approval.
What medical certificate is required by Qatar Airways for an uncomplicated single pregnancy at weeks 29–36?
The certificate must be in English and issued within 10 days before the initial departure. Other pregnancy conditions may require a medical information form (MEDIF) or prevent travel.
Do I need to request a child meal in advance with Qatar Airways?
Yes. Request it when booking or through Manage Booking at least 24 hours before departure. Infant meal arrangements are different.
