Qatar Airways

About the Airline

Qatar Airways is one of the fastest growing airlines in the world now flying to over 84 destinations across Europe, North America, the Middle East, Africa, Indian Subcontinent and the Far East. Its hub Doha offers year-round sunshine and a wealth of world-class hotels for those looking to break up their journey.

At the World Travel Awards held in Dubai in May 2009, Qatar Airways’ Business Class was voted Best in the Middle East for the fourth year running with the airline’s Cabin Crew also being named best in the region. Already ranked Five Star for service and excellence by Skytrax, the independent aviation industry monitoring agency also voted Qatar Airways’ cabin crew Best in the Middle East for the seventh year running and Best Airline in the Middle East for the fourth consecutive year in 2009.

In addition, Qatar Airways’ global ranking has risen commendably in the Skytrax survey, up three places to fourth best in the world – the highest placing of any Middle East carrier.

On the ground, Qatar Airways’ unique Premium Terminal in Doha provides dedicated facilities for First and Business Class passengers embarking on international flights or breaking a long journey in Qatar. As a premium passenger you will enjoy our world class dining areas, exclusive duty free shopping a dedicated business centre plus a spa, jacuzzi, sauna and massage service for First Class passengers.

Qatar's new Melbourne services will be commencing on 6th December 2009. Initially three services a week and increasing to daily services from 1st January 2010. Sydney will soon follow, commencement date yet to be announced.


Busines & First Class

First Class

Qatar's award-winning First Class is truly a 5-star travel experience.  Enjoy restaurant-style dining, outstanding in-flight entertainment, work, or get rest in the comfort of your flat-bed & feather duvee.  Experience for yourself why we are the world’s 5-star airline.

Qatar Airways offers First Class customers aboard select long-haul flights a meet-and-greet service that is truly 5-star.  Let our chauffer pick you up in our specially-equipped BMW 7-series fleet as you arrive in Doha.

Discover the transit hub that’s in a class of its own – the First Class Premium Terminal. With exquisite dining, rejuvenating spa amenities and complete office facilities.  Now the halfway point is a destination in itself.

Business Class

Business Class features   160 degree recliner  seats, restaurant-style dining, an expansive in-flight entertainment system, and plenty of personal space.  Whether you choose to dine, work, or sleep, you will enjoy the service of our award-winning cabin crew. 
 
Discover the transit hub that’s in a class of its own – the Business Class Premium Terminal. With exquisite dining, dedicated duty-free shopping, and space beyond your imagination, the halfway point will become a destination in itself.

At the World Travel Awards held in Dubai in May 2009, Qatar Airways’ Business Class was voted Best in the Middle East for the fourth year running with the airline’s Cabin Crew also being named best in the region.

Lounges

You will have access to the following lounges:
Melbourne - TBA.
London - United Airline lounge.
Paris - Air France lounge.
Rome -  British Airline lounge.


Checked Baggage & Carry-on Guide

Carry-on Baggage Allowance

Please be aware that in few instances, governments & airports could apply more stringent conditions.

First Class Business Class Economy Class
All Flights 2 pieces not exceeding 15kg (50 x 37 x 25 cm) 2 pieces not exceeding 15kg (50 x 37 x 25 cm) 1 piece not exceeding 7kg (50 x 37 x 25 cm)

Checked Baggage Allowance

First Class Business Class Economy Class
All Flights 40 kg 30 kg 20 kg
Transatlantic
Flights		 2 pieces, each not exceeding 32 kg with maximum dimension of 158 cm 2 pieces, each not exceeding 32 kg with maximum dimension of 158 cm 2 pieces, each not exceeding 23 kg with maximum dimension of 158 cm
  • The dimension of each piece of checked baggage should not exceed 158 cm (total dimension = length + height + width). Please note that we cannot accept a bag heavier than 32kg (70lbs). 
  • Transatlantic travel refers to travel to and from the Americas on Qatar Airways.


Online Check-in

Available 36 hours before your flight departure time
Qatar provides Online Check-in.
This service allows you to check-in, choose your seat and print your boarding pass. Online check-in will save you time spent queuing at the airport.
You can Check-in online between 36 hours to 90 minutes before your flight departs.

Airports available for Online Check-in

Middle East & Africa Abu Dhabi, Alexandria, Algiers, Amman, Bahrain, Beirut, Cairo, Cape Town, Casablanca, Dammam,*Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Johannesburg, Kuwait, Lagos, Luxor, Muscat, Nairobi, Riyadh, Sanaa, Tehran, Tripoli and Tunis
Asia Ahmedabad, Bali, Bangkok, Beijing, Cebu, Chennai, Colombo, Delhi, Dhaka, Guangzhou, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Jakarta, Karachi, Kathmandu,*Kuala Lumpur, Kochi, Lahore, Maldives, Manila, Mumbai, Osaka, Peshawar, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore and Thiruvananthapuram
Europe Athens,*Berlin,*Frankfurt, Geneva, Istanbul,  London Gatwick, *London Heathrow, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Moscow,*Munich,*Paris, Rome,*Stockholm, Vienna and Zurich

*Airport authorities in Berlin, Doha, Frankfurt, London Heathrow, Kuala Lumpur, Munich, Paris and Stockholm have enabled customers to use mobile boarding pass.

This service is not available for passengers travelling to Houston, New York or Washington. Other airports that Qatar Airways operates from will be available soon.

Information correct as of 5Sep, 2009

Call us today on 1300 308081 or send
Overseas callers, please call +61 2 9299 0088