Qantas Airways Baggage Allowance, Fees & How to Add Extra Baggage

QF / QFA · Australia

Purchase additional checked baggage online, via app, or at the airport. Pre-purchase prices vary by route, cabin class, and Frequent Flyer status. Payment available with Qantas Points or cash. Use the official links below to review baggage rules, booking access, and related airline services.

Baggage Policy Official website

Updated Aug 28, 2026

Qantas Airways Baggage Allowance

Free checked and carry-on baggage allowances by cabin class and route. Allowances vary by route, ticket type, and frequent flyer status — always confirm with the official baggage policy before you fly.

Checked baggage

Piece concept on Australian domestic and Americas routes; weight concept on rest of world routes. No single piece may exceed 32 kg.

Label	Amount	Notes
Australian domestic	1 × 23 kg	Piece-based. Total dimensions per piece max 140 cm (55 in) on domestic. Exceptions apply to Dash 8 services (1 piece up to 23 kg only, no status extras), Lord Howe Island (2 pieces combined up to 23 kg: 14 kg + 9 kg) and Christmas/Cocos (Keeling) Islands (use International rest-of-world allowance).
North and South America	1 × 32 kg	Piece-based. Total dimensions per piece max 158 cm (62 in) on international. Applies to flights to/from North and South America.
Rest of world (international)	30 kg total	Weight concept — no piece limit within total weight, no single piece exceeding 32 kg (70 lb). Total dimensions per piece max 158 cm (62 in).

Piece concept on Australian domestic and Americas routes; weight concept on rest of world routes. No single piece may exceed 32 kg.

Label	Amount	Notes
Australian domestic	2 × 23 kg	Piece-based. Total dimensions per piece max 140 cm (55 in) on domestic. Exceptions as for Economy (Dash 8, Lord Howe, Christmas/Cocos).
North and South America	2 × 32 kg	Piece-based. Total dimensions per piece max 158 cm (62 in) on international.
Rest of world (international)	40 kg total	Weight concept — no single piece exceeding 32 kg (70 lb). Total dimensions per piece max 158 cm (62 in).

Piece concept on Australian domestic and Americas routes; weight concept on rest of world routes. No single piece may exceed 32 kg.

Label	Amount	Notes
Australian domestic	2 × 32 kg	Piece-based. Total dimensions per piece max 140 cm (55 in) on domestic. Exceptions as for Economy (Dash 8, Lord Howe, Christmas/Cocos).
North and South America	2 × 32 kg	Piece-based. Total dimensions per piece max 158 cm (62 in) on international.
Rest of world (international)	40 kg total	Weight concept — no single piece exceeding 32 kg (70 lb). Total dimensions per piece max 158 cm (62 in).

First is offered on international routes only. Piece concept to/from the Americas; weight concept on rest of world. No single piece may exceed 32 kg.

Label	Amount	Notes
International — North and South America	3 × 32 kg	Piece-based. Total dimensions per piece max 158 cm (62 in).
International — Rest of world	50 kg total	Weight concept — no single piece exceeding 32 kg (70 lb). Total dimensions per piece max 158 cm (62 in).

Carry-on baggage

Domestic and international allowances differ; flights departing India have stricter limits.

Label	Amount	Notes
Domestic	1 overhead bag + 1 underseat bag + 1 personal item, 14 kg total (max 10 kg per item)	Applies to Domestic Economy and Business. Overhead bag: 56 × 36 × 23 cm; Underseat bag: 34 × 48 × 23 cm. Personal item: 1 small item (cross-body bag, small handbag or laptop in slim bag) placed under seat in front. Non-rigid garment bag counts toward allowance: 114 × 60 × 11 cm.
Domestic — QantasLink Dash 8 Q400	1 overhead bag + 1 personal item, 7 kg max	Small wheelie bags do not fit overhead on Q400 and will be collected at boarding and returned on arrival. Strollers not permitted as carry-on on Dash 8 or Embraer E190.
International	1 overhead bag + 1 personal item, 7 kg max	Overhead bag: 56 × 36 × 23 cm. Personal item placed under seat. Same size limits as domestic overhead/underseat where applicable.
All flights departing India — Economy	1 overhead bag, 7 kg max	Additional personal items are not permitted on flights departing India. Business allowance on these flights is 10 kg max (see Business).

International Premium Economy matches First/Business international carry-on; flights departing India follow Economy limit unless otherwise stated.

Label	Amount	Notes
International	1 overhead bag + 1 underseat bag + 1 personal item, 14 kg total (max 10 kg per item)	Overhead bag: 56 × 36 × 23 cm; Underseat bag: 34 × 48 × 23 cm. Personal item placed under seat. Non-rigid garment bag 114 × 60 × 11 cm counts toward allowance. Listed together with First and Business on official international allowance table.
All flights departing India	1 overhead bag, 7 kg max	Official table lists only Economy 7 kg and Business 10 kg for flights departing India; no separate Premium Economy figure published — listed as Economy-equivalent. Additional personal items not permitted.

Generous carry-on on most routes; Dash 8 and India exceptions apply.

Label	Amount	Notes
Domestic	1 overhead bag + 1 underseat bag + 1 personal item, 14 kg total (max 10 kg per item)	Same allowance as Domestic Economy. Overhead 56 × 36 × 23 cm; Underseat 34 × 48 × 23 cm; plus 1 personal item. Non-rigid garment bag 114 × 60 × 11 cm counts toward allowance.
Domestic — QantasLink Dash 8 Q400	1 overhead bag + 1 personal item, 7 kg max	Applies to all cabins on Q400 where space is restricted. Small wheelie bags collected at boarding.
International	1 overhead bag + 1 underseat bag + 1 personal item, 14 kg total (max 10 kg per item)	Overhead 56 × 36 × 23 cm; Underseat 34 × 48 × 23 cm; plus 1 personal item. Non-rigid garment bag 114 × 60 × 11 cm counts toward allowance.
All flights departing India — Business	1 overhead bag, 10 kg max	Official allowance for Business on flights departing India. Additional personal items not permitted on these flights.

First carry-on matches Business/Premium Economy on international routes.

Label	Amount	Notes
International	1 overhead bag + 1 underseat bag + 1 personal item, 14 kg total (max 10 kg per item)	Listed together with Business and Premium Economy on official international allowance table. Overhead 56 × 36 × 23 cm; Underseat 34 × 48 × 23 cm; plus 1 personal item. Non-rigid garment bag 114 × 60 × 11 cm counts toward allowance.
All flights departing India	1 overhead bag, 10 kg max	Official table only lists Economy 7 kg and Business 10 kg for flights departing India; no separate First figure published — inferred as Business-equivalent. Additional personal items not permitted on India departures.

How to Add Extra Baggage & Prices on Qantas Airways

Buy Baggage

Go to https://www.qantas.com and click on 'Manage booking' in the navigation menu.
Log in using one of the following methods:
- Enter booking reference (6-character code) and last name, or
- Login with Qantas Frequent Flyer account.
Select your booking from the list.
Choose 'Add baggage' or 'Purchase additional baggage' option.
Select the number of additional bags and complete payment.
Payment options: Qantas Points or credit/debit card.
Alternatively, use the Qantas App: navigate to 'My bookings', select your booking, and add baggage.

Prices

Qantas prices pre-purchased extra bags by route and status. Airport excess rates are higher.

Label	Amount	Notes
Pre-purchase online	See official pricing	Price varies by route zone, cabin class, Frequent Flyer status, and number of bags. Exact pricing shown in Manage Booking after logging in with booking reference. Online pre-purchase is cheaper than airport excess rates.
Domestic (Australia)	AUD 150 per piece	Charged per piece exceeding free allowance at airport check-in if not pre-purchased. Maximum 5 pieces per passenger.
To/from Americas	AUD 300 / USD 200 per piece	AUD 300 for flights to the Americas, USD 200 for flights from the Americas. Charged per piece exceeding free allowance. Maximum 5 pieces per passenger.
Rest of world (per kg)	AUD 20-80 per kg	Charged per kilogram for weight exceeding free allowance. Rate varies by route zone and destination. Maximum 100 kg total weight per passenger.

Qantas allows online pre-purchase up to 3 hours before departure. Airport rates are higher.

Label	Amount	Notes
Online pre-purchase	See official pricing	Available from booking until 3 hours before scheduled departure. Pre-purchase is cheaper than airport excess baggage rates.
At the airport	See official pricing	Available at check-in counter. Higher excess rates apply.

FAQ

Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?

Yes. Qantas offers extra baggage pre-purchase online via Manage Booking or the Qantas App.

Where do I buy extra baggage?

Buy it in Qantas Manage Booking on the website, through the Qantas App, or at the airport check-in counter.

When should I buy extra baggage?

Pre-purchase online up to 3 hours before scheduled departure for the best price. Airport purchase is available at check-in but at higher excess rates.

How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?

Maximum weight is 32 kg per piece; bags exceeding 32 kg cannot be accepted. Maximum 5 pieces per passenger for domestic and Americas routes, or 100 kg total for rest-of-world routes. Maximum total linear dimensions are 203 cm for online purchase. Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Oneworld tier members may have different allowances.

How does Qantas calculate extra baggage charges?

Pre-purchase prices vary by route zone, cabin class, Frequent Flyer tier, and number of bags. Airport excess rates are higher. Use the baggage calculator on the Qantas website for estimates.

What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?

Bags between 23 kg and 32 kg incur a heavy bag charge. Bags between 203 cm and 292 cm total linear dimensions incur an oversized fee of AUD 300 per piece. Bags over 292 cm or 32 kg cannot be accepted as checked baggage and must be sent as freight.

How can I pay for extra baggage?

Qantas accepts Qantas Points or cash (credit/debit card). Points are calculated at approximately 1 Qantas Point per A$1-2 depending on route and cabin.

Can I get a refund on pre-purchased baggage?

Pre-purchased baggage can be refunded if the ticket is refundable and within the cancellation policy.

Do partner-airline or codeshare flights have different baggage rules?

For Qantas codeshare flights operated by partner airlines, contact the operating airline for baggage rules and charges.

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