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Qantas Airways Carry-On Rules

Oceania full-service. Economy: 56×36×23 cm + 7 kg + personal item. Business/First: 14 kg combined.

Moderate enforcement

Carry-on allowance

Cabin bag size
56×36×23 cm
Cabin bag weight
7 kg
Bags allowed
1
Personal item
40×30×15 cm

Economy: 1 carry-on up to 7 kg. Business: up to 14 kg (two items allowed within combined limit).

Cabin Bag Details

Qantas Airways cabin bag specifications
Dimensions56×36×23 cm(22×14.2×9.1 in)
Weight limit7 kg (15.4 lb)
Bags allowed1 cabin bag
Includes wheels/handlesYes
Personal item40×30×15 cm max
NoteEconomy: 1 carry-on up to 7 kg. Business: up to 14 kg (two items allowed within combined limit).

Allowances by Cabin Class

Economy

56×36×23 cm

Up to 7 kg

Business

56×36×23 cm

Up to 14 kg

2 cabin bags

First Class

56×36×23 cm

Up to 14 kg

2 cabin bags

Fees

Qantas Airways baggage fee structure
Fee typePre-paid onlineAt the gate
Overweight (over 7 kg)0 AUD0 AUD

Liquids Policy

Australian security rules: 100 ml containers in a 1L transparent resealable bag. One bag per passenger.

Family & Infants

Infant (under 2)

Lap infant at 10% of adult fare on international, AUD 50 domestic. One cabin bag up to 7 kg.

Stroller

Free gate-check. Returned at aircraft door on arrival.

Car seat

Free in hold or can be used in cabin if separate seat purchased.

Children's allowance

Children 2+ same allowance as adults.

Enforcement

Moderate

Size checks happen regularly; weight checks are rare. Worth measuring your bag.

Weight gauges are present at Qantas check-in and occasionally at gates, especially on busy domestic routes. 7 kg limit is enforced periodically.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Qantas Airways cabin bag size?

Qantas Airways allows a cabin bag up to 56×36×23 cm (22×14.2×9.1 in). Dimensions include wheels and handles.

Does Qantas Airways have a weight limit for carry-on?

Yes — the maximum carry-on weight on Qantas Airways is 7 kg (15.4 lb).

Does Qantas Airways allow a personal item?

Yes. Qantas Airways allows a personal item up to 40×30×15 cm. It must fit under the seat in front of you.

How strict is Qantas Airways about bag size?

Qantas Airways has moderate enforcement. Size checks happen regularly; weight checks are rare. Worth measuring your bag. Weight gauges are present at Qantas check-in and occasionally at gates, especially on busy domestic routes. 7 kg limit is enforced periodically.

Rules can change. Always verify with your airline before flying.