Airline baggage guide
Qantas Baggage Allowance: Carry-on & Checked Bags
Official personal-item, carry-on and checked-baggage limits.
Last checked · Sep 2026
Personal item
All cabins
Not included
The published international allowance is expressed as carry-on pieces; check the booking for an under-seat or personal-item entitlement.
Cabin bag
Economy
1 × 7 kg
Linear total 115 cm
One international carry-on bag, each up to 7 kg and 115 cm linear total. Pack to the lowest limit on Qantas, Jetstar or partner connections.
Cabin bag
Premium Economy
2 × 7 kg
Linear total 115 cm
Two international carry-on bags, each up to 7 kg and 115 cm linear total. Pack to the lowest limit on Qantas, Jetstar or partner connections.
Cabin bag
Business
2 × 7 kg
Linear total 115 cm
Two international carry-on bags, each up to 7 kg and 115 cm linear total. Pack to the lowest limit on Qantas, Jetstar or partner connections.
Cabin bag
First
2 × 7 kg
Linear total 115 cm
Two international carry-on bags, each up to 7 kg and 115 cm linear total. Pack to the lowest limit on Qantas, Jetstar or partner connections.
Checked bag
Economy
Combined 30 kg
Economy allowance is 30 kg total on many international routes, but North/South America uses a piece concept and route, class and status change the allowance. Confirm the ticket.
Confirm these before booking
- • The operating carrier and route shown on the ticket
- • Whether your selected Basic, Light or other fare includes free bags
- • The smallest cabin-bag limit on a connection
Frequently asked questions
How do I check Qantas's carry-on size and weight limit?
Start with the carry-on entry for your cabin and route on this page. Your ticketed fare, route and operating carrier can change the allowance, so confirm it in your booking and on the airline’s official page before departure.
Is checked baggage free on Qantas?
Free checked baggage depends on fare, route, status and ticket conditions. This guide shows published size and weight rules; confirm included pieces and fees in your booking.
Which baggage rule applies on a Qantas codeshare flight?
Codeshare rules can depend on the operating carrier and route. Check the operating airline shown on the ticket and use the smallest limit across your connections.