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Qantas Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes
Qantas Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes — Summary
Every Qantas fare brand compared: what is included, what is restricted, and which cheap fare ends up costing more once you add a bag.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Economy Sale: Includes: Two checked pieces on US routes.
- Economy Flex: Includes: Free changes and refundability.
- Business Suite: Includes: A fully flat seat with direct aisle access, two checked pieces and lounge access.
- Cabins on board: Qantas operates: Economy, Premium Economy, Business, First Class (A380)..
Economy Sale
Includes: Two checked pieces on US routes. Watch out for: Restricted changes and no refund.
Economy Flex
Includes: Free changes and refundability. Watch out for: Priced well above Sale.
Business Suite
Includes: A fully flat seat with direct aisle access, two checked pieces and lounge access. Watch out for: A380 First is a separate and much smaller cabin available on limited routes.
Cabins on board
Qantas operates: Economy, Premium Economy, Business, First Class (A380).
How fare choice affects baggage
One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg in Business and First. Qantas enforces cabin bag weight more actively than US carriers. US routes allow two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy. Qantas enforces the cabin bag weight limit more actively than US carriers, so the checked allowance is where the flexibility sits.
How fare choice affects changes
Sale fares are restricted; Flex changes free plus fare difference.
Qantas fare classes explained — common questions
What is the cheapest Qantas fare and what does it exclude?
Economy Sale. Includes: Two checked pieces on US routes. Restriction: Restricted changes and no refund.
Which Qantas fare includes a checked bag?
US routes allow two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy. Qantas enforces the cabin bag weight limit more actively than US carriers, so the checked allowance is where the flexibility sits.
More Qantas help
Booking Qantas? Talk to a US travel consultant.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.