Qantas Airways Baggage Guide & Official Links

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.

Official website

Buy Extra Baggage

Updated Apr 25, 2026

Baggage PolicyBuy Baggage
From Official: YesApp purchase: Yes

Steps

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

Prices

Extra checked bags

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

LabelAmountNotes
Pre-purchase onlineSee 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 AmericasAUD 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.

Heavy bags

Qantas charges a fixed heavy bag surcharge for bags between 23 kg and 32 kg.

LabelAmountNotes
23-32 kgAUD 60 per piece
  • Heavy baggage charge for domestic Australia routes.

Oversized bags

Qantas charges a flat oversized fee for bags between 203 cm and 292 cm total linear dimensions.

LabelAmountNotes
203-292 cmAUD 300 per piece
  • For bags with total linear dimensions between 203 cm and 292 cm.
  • Flat rate per piece in addition to excess weight charges.
  • Bags over 292 cm must be sent as freight.

Purchase timing

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

LabelAmountNotes
Online pre-purchaseSee official pricing
  • Available from booking until 3 hours before scheduled departure.
  • Pre-purchase is cheaper than airport excess baggage rates.
At the airportSee 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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