
Personal item, carry-on & checked bag rules
| Domestic Australia | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bag Type | Economy | Business |
Personal | 1×Free 45 × 36 × 20 cm | — |
Carry-on | 1×Free 7 kg 56 × 36 × 23 cm | 2×Free 7 kg 56 × 36 × 23 cm |
Checked | 1×Free 23 kg 158 cm linear | 2×Free 32 kg 158 cm linear |
| International to/from North and South America | ||
|---|---|---|
| Bag Type | Economy | Business |
Personal | 1×Free 45 × 36 × 20 cm | — |
Carry-on | 1×Free 7 kg 56 × 36 × 23 cm | 2×Free 7 kg 56 × 36 × 23 cm |
Checked | 1×Free 32 kg 158 cm linear | 2×Free 32 kg 158 cm linear |
Must fit in overhead bin; strict enforcement during peak times
Based on passenger reports: generally lenient at check-in, strict at gate during peak times
Starting from A$130 per extra piece on domestic flights; A$300 per extra piece on international f...
Pre-purchase additional baggage online; fees vary by route and weight
Priority boarding, extra allowance, flexibility for business travelers and families
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Qantas allows carry-on bags up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm with a maximum weight of 7 kg. Personal items must fit within 45 × 36 × 20 cm. One checked bag (up to 23 kg) is included in standard fares.
Qantas allows carry-on bags with maximum dimensions of 56 × 36 × 23 cm (approximately 22 × 14.2 × 9.1 inches). The maximum weight for a Qantas carry-on is 7 kg (15 lb). These dimensions include wheels, handles, and any external pockets. Always verify with Qantas before your trip, as policies can change.
Yes, Qantas includes a free carry-on bag on most fare types. Your carry-on must fit within 56 × 36 × 23 cm. The weight limit is 7 kg (15 lb).
If your carry-on exceeds Qantas's size limits of 56 × 36 × 23 cm, it may be gate-checked or placed in the cargo hold. Qantas may charge a fee: Starting from A$130 per extra piece on domestic flights; A$300 per extra piece on international f. Based on passenger reports: generally lenient at check-in, strict at gate during peak times
On Qantas flights, a personal item is a small bag that fits under the seat in front of you, such as a purse, laptop bag, small backpack, or briefcase. Qantas requires personal items to be no larger than 45 × 36 × 20 cm. This is separate from your carry-on bag (up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm), which goes in the overhead bin.
Qantas allows personal items up to 45 × 36 × 20 cm (approximately 17.7 × 14.2 × 7.9 inches). This must fit under the seat in front of you. Common examples include a small backpack, purse, or laptop sleeve that meets Qantas's requirements.
Qantas includes 1 free checked bag on standard fares. Each checked bag on Qantas can weigh up to 23 kg (51 lb). Additional bag fees on Qantas: Starting from A$130 per extra piece on domestic flights; A$300 per extra piece on international f.
Qantas allows checked bags up to 158 cm (62 inches) in total linear dimensions. The maximum weight is 23 kg (51 lb).
The carry-on weight limit on Qantas is 7 kg (15 lb). Your carry-on must also fit within 56 × 36 × 23 cm. Qantas may weigh your carry-on at the gate, so pack accordingly. Based on passenger reports: generally lenient at check-in, strict at gate during peak times
Qantas includes one checked bag on most standard fares at no extra charge. Qantas baggage fees: Starting from A$130 per extra piece on domestic flights; A$300 per extra piece on international f...
To avoid extra baggage fees on Qantas: pack light and use only the free carry-on allowance (56 × 36 × 23 cm); maximize your personal item space; book a fare that includes checked baggage if you need it; weigh and measure your bags at home before traveling; consider upgrading your Qantas fare (Pre-purchase additional baggage online; fees vary by route and weight). Planning ahead with Qantas can save you significant fees at the airport.
| Metric | Qantas | Industry Average | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on Size | 56 × 36 × 23 cm | 56 × 36 × 23 cm | Above avg |
| Carry-on Weight | 7 kg | 10 kg | Below avg |
| Personal Item | Included | Usually included | Above avg |
| Checked Bag | Included | Varies by airline | Above avg |
| Checked Bag Weight | 23 kg | 23 kg | Above avg |
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