Fly with Qatar Airways

Voted the World's Best Airline for the fifth time in 2019, it's no surprise Qatar Airways is known for its outstanding service and comfort. Founded in 1993, Qatar Airways is the state-owned flag carrier airline of Qatar. With a headquarters in Doha and base at Hamad International Airport, it links over 160 international destinations across Africa, Asia, Europe, North America, South America and South Pacific.

Qatar Airways Group employs more than 43,000 people and operates a fleet of over 200 passenger aircraft, plus cargo and an executive fleet. With one of the world's youngest fleets, Qatar boasts top-of-the-line modern technology. Its narrow-body and wide-body Airbus and Boeing aircraft operate a mix of short, medium, and long-haul routes. Services from the US include gateway cities such as Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C.

Over 29 million passengers per year choose to fly with Qatar Airways. Frequent flyers enjoy the rewards and benefits of the airline's Privilege Club, which has four status tiers. As part of the Oneworld alliance, Privilege Club members can earn miles on any Oneworld airline flights.

Qatar Airways Travel Experience

Qatar Airlines offers the ultimate comfort and luxury for its passengers. Its Economy Class is award-winning, with generous seating and thoughtful amenities. Business Class takes comfort to the next level with premium meals and refreshments, plenty of extra space, and lie-flat beds on long-haul flights or reclining seats with massage function. First Class takes comfort levels even higher with more space, luxurious bedding, and gourmet catering.

Passengers can explore over 4,000 entertainment options on wide-screen seat back screens or via the Oryx One entertainment app on your own device. Qatar Airways' award-winning cabin crew will take care of you, serving all passengers complimentary meals and beverages. Unlimited free WiFi is available with select bookings from the airline's website, otherwise, WiFi plans can be purchased on board.

Qatar Airways hosts multiple lounges at their base at Hamad International Airport, plus lounges across several international locations. Access varies depending on travel class and Privilege Club membership status. Economy passengers may purchase access at select lounges, such as the Al Mourjan Business Lounge at Hamad International Airport.

Check-in & Baggage

Online check-in is available 48 hours prior to flight departure and closes 90 minutes prior. For flights to and from the United States, check-in opens 24 hours prior to departure. Check-in counters and bag drop open 3 hours prior to your flight departure.

Baggage allowances differ depending on your route, so check the terms and conditions in your itinerary. The following allowances are based on most international destinations. See additional information below for baggage allowances for destinations in North America.

Baggage Information

Allowed Luggage per Cabin Class

First Class

• Checked Luggage total weight of 110 lbs/50 kg
• Carry-on luggage x 2pc (total weight up to 33 lbs/15 kg)

Business Class

• Checked luggage total weight of 88 lbs/40 kg
• Carry-on luggage x 2pc (total weight up to 33 lbs/15 kg)

Economy Class

• Checked luggage total weight of 66 lbs/30 kg
• Carry-on luggage x 1pc (total weight up to 15 lbs/7 kg)

Allowed Luggage Size Dimensions

• Checked luggage: maximum dimension of 62 inches/158 cm
• Carry-on luggage: maximum dimensions of 20 x 15 x 10 inches/ 50 x 37 x 25 cm

Additional Information

Checked baggage allowances for flights to and from the United States and Canada follow a piece concept (2 x 32 kg pieces for first and Business Class; 2 x 23 kg pieces for Economy Class; all with a maximum dimension of 62 inches/158 cm).

Musical instruments and most sports equipment may be checked within standard checked luggage allowances. Wheelchairs are checked as complimentary extra luggage items.

Infants under two may travel on an adult's lap without a booked seat and baby bassinets can be booked in advance. All infants receive extra checked luggage, carry-on luggage, and a stroller baggage allowance, plus parents are gifted a special baby travel kit of amenities.