Buy Extra Baggage
Updated Apr 25, 2026
Steps
- Go to Qatar Airways Manage Booking page or open Qatar Airways mobile app and navigate to 'My Trips'.
- Enter your booking reference (6-character code) and last name to retrieve your booking.
- Select your booking from the list.
- Choose 'Add baggage' or 'Extra baggage' option from the services menu.
- Select the number of additional bags or weight needed.
- Complete payment using credit card, debit card, or Qcredits (for Privilege Club members).
- Receive confirmation email with updated baggage allowance.
Prices
Extra checked bags
Qatar Airways uses two concepts: piece concept (routes to/from Africa and the Americas) with per-piece pricing, and weight concept (all other routes) with per-kg pricing.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Africa & Qatar, up to 23 kg | USD 130 | |
| Africa & Qatar, up to 32 kg | USD 205 | |
| Americas, up to 23 kg | USD 255 / CAD 350 | |
| Americas, up to 32 kg | USD 330 / CAD 450 | |
| Weight concept (per kg) | USD 20-60 per kg |
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Heavy bags
Qatar Airways charges a fixed overweight surcharge for bags between 23 kg and 32 kg on piece concept routes.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 23-32 kg | USD 75 / CAD 105 per piece |
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Oversized bags
Qatar Airways charges oversize surcharges for bags between 158 cm and 300 cm total dimensions.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 158-300 cm | USD 75 / CAD 105 per piece |
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| 158-300 cm, up to 23 kg | USD 205-330 / CAD 350-450 |
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| 158-300 cm and 23-32 kg | USD 280 / CAD 550 |
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Purchase timing
Qatar Airways restricts online purchase to more than 6 hours before departure.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| More than 6 hours before departure | See official pricing |
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| 6 hours to 1 hour before departure | See official pricing |
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FAQ
Can I buy extra baggage online after booking?
Yes. Qatar Airways lets passengers add extra baggage online via Manage Booking or the mobile app, more than 6 hours before departure, with up to 20% discount.
Where do I buy extra baggage?
Buy it in Qatar Airways Manage Booking or through the Qatar Airways mobile app under 'My Trips'. Within 6 hours of departure, purchase is available at airport offices or check-in counters only.
When should I buy extra baggage?
Buy online more than 6 hours before departure for the best price. Between 6 hours and 1 hour before departure, extra baggage can only be purchased at the airport.
How many extra bags can I buy, and what are the bag limits?
Maximum weight per piece is 32 kg on piece concept routes (23 kg for standard Economy). Maximum size is 158 cm total dimensions; bags between 158 cm and 300 cm incur an oversized surcharge.
How does Qatar Airways calculate extra baggage charges?
Qatar Airways applies two concepts: piece concept (routes to/from Africa and the Americas) charges per piece, and weight concept (all other routes) charges per kilogram. Prices vary by route zone.
What are the overweight and oversized baggage rules?
Bags between 23 kg and 32 kg on piece concept routes incur a heavy bag surcharge of USD 75 / CAD 105 per piece. Bags between 158 cm and 300 cm total dimensions incur an oversized surcharge. Combined oversize and overweight charges apply for bags exceeding both limits.
How can I pay for extra baggage?
Qatar Airways accepts credit card, debit card, and Qcredits (Privilege Club loyalty currency) for extra baggage purchases.
Do partner-airline or codeshare flights have different baggage rules?
Yes. Fees listed apply only to flights operated by Qatar Airways. Code-share and interline partner flights may have different baggage rules and pricing.
Is there a price difference between buying online and at the airport?
Up to 20% discount when buying online more than 6 hours before departure. Between 6 hours and 1 hour before departure, extra baggage can only be purchased at the airport.