Qeshm Air operates on a weight-concept baggage system across its domestic Iranian routes and regional international flights. Standard Economy Class passengers receive a free checked baggage allowance of 20 kg on domestic flights within Iran and 25 kg to 30 kg on international flights. Travelers are also permitted one carry-on bag weighing between 5 kg and 7 kg, alongside one compact personal item.
Baggage Allowance Snapshot
Qeshm Air uses the weight concept for all regular flights. Your free allowance depends on your route and cabin class rather than a strict number of bags.
What can change: Seasonal tour operator charters, aircraft type, codeshare partners, and cabin class can modify the free baggage limit stated on your ticket.
Official Source Verification
Baggage rules can vary by fare, cabin, route, operating carrier, traveler status, and purchase channel. BaggageBase separates published rules from practical guidance.
How BaggageBase Checks This Information
BaggageBase monitors air travel rules, international civil aviation standards, and airport handling notices across the Middle East. Because Qeshm Air (IATA: QB) does not run a public online baggage calculator, our team reviews electronic passenger tickets, ground-handling reports from Tehran Mehrabad (THR) and Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), and station notices at regional hubs like Dubai (DXB) and Istanbul (IST).
When exact dimensions or fees are not published uniformly across booking systems, we mark them as route-dependent. This helps you avoid unexpected repacking fees or cargo diversions at the departure gate.
Qeshm Air Carry-On Baggage Allowance
Qeshm Air allows passengers to bring hand luggage into the cabin if it fits inside the overhead storage bin or beneath the seat in front of you.
- Number of Cabin Bags: 1 standard piece per passenger.
- Cabin Baggage Weight Limit: Usually 5 kg to 7 kg for Economy Class. Business Class passengers, where available, may receive an allowance up to 10 kg.
- Cabin Bag Dimensions: Standard regional airline racks accommodate pieces within 115 total linear centimeters (roughly 55 x 40 x 20 cm). Because exact three-dimensional limits are not published as a single rule for all Qeshm Air fleet types, review standard international carry-on size standards before choosing a rigid suitcase.
- Personal Item: You can carry one compact personal accessory, such as a handbag, camera bag, laptop pouch, or infant diaper bag.
Carry-on weight is enforced at airport check-in and departure gates. On smaller regional jets such as the Fokker 100 or Avro RJ, cabin storage space fills up quickly. If your bag is heavier than permitted, read our guide on airline carry-on weight limits to prepare for potential gate-check procedures.
| Cabin Class | Permitted Cabin Pieces | Weight Limit | General Size Benchmark | Personal Item Included? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy Class | 1 bag | 5 kg – 7 kg (ticket-dependent) | ~115 cm total (55 x 40 x 20 cm) | Yes (1 small item) |
| Business Class | 1 bag | Up to 10 kg (where offered) | ~115 cm total (55 x 40 x 20 cm) | Yes (1 small item) |
Qeshm Air Checked Baggage Allowance (Weight Concept)
Most North American and European airlines use the piece concept (such as one bag up to 23 kg). In contrast, Qeshm Air uses the IATA Weight Concept.
Under this system, your ticket gives you a total weight pool. You can bring more than one suitcase as long as the combined weight stays within your ticketed limit and no single bag exceeds international handling safety caps.
Domestic Flights Within Iran
For domestic routes connecting cities such as Tehran, Mashhad, Shiraz, Isfahan, Kish Island, and Qeshm Island:
- Economy Class: 20 kg per passenger.
- Business Class: 30 kg per passenger (available on select routes).
International Regional Flights
For international services connecting Iran with destinations in Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Iraq:
- Economy Class: 25 kg to 30 kg depending on the specific route and ticket tariff.
- Business Class: 35 kg to 40 kg where premium cabins are available.
If you are comparing flights between Iran and regional hubs like Istanbul, you can check the Turkish Airlines baggage policy to see how allowances differ across regional carriers.
| Route Category | Cabin Class | Standard Free Allowance | Maximum Weight Per Single Bag | Excess Bag Model |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Domestic (Iran) | Economy Class | 20 kg | 32 kg | Charged per excess kg |
| Domestic (Iran) | Business Class | 30 kg | 32 kg | Charged per excess kg |
| International | Economy Class | 25 kg – 30 kg (route-dependent) | 32 kg | Charged per excess kg |
| International | Business Class | 35 kg – 40 kg (where offered) | 32 kg | Charged per excess kg |
| Infant (All Routes) | No seat (Under 2 years) | Up to 10 kg | 10 kg | 1 stroller checked free |
Note: Airport baggage handlers will not accept any single piece of luggage that weighs more than 32 kg (70 lbs). This limit protects workers from injury. If a single suitcase exceeds 32 kg, you must repack its contents into two bags.
Excess Baggage and Airport Overweight Rates
If your checked baggage weighs more than the allowance printed on your ticket, you must pay an excess baggage fee at the airport before you can receive your boarding pass.
How Excess Fees Work
- Per-Kilogram Rate: Qeshm Air charges for every kilogram of excess weight. There is no flat fee per bag.
- Rate Calculation: On domestic flights, the per-kg rate is normally set to a small percentage (around 1% to 1.5%) of the standard adult one-way ticket price for that route.
- Variable International Rates: International fees depend on the departure airport, destination distance, and station currency. Exact static tables are not published online.
Payment Methods and Station Rules
- Departures Inside Iran: Excess charges are calculated in Iranian Rials (IRR). You must pay at the airport bank window or airline cashier using an Iranian bank debit card (Shetab card) or local cash.
- Departures Outside Iran (e.g., Dubai, Istanbul): You must pay excess charges at the local airport handling desk using local currency (such as AED or TRY) or major international currencies (USD/EUR) in cash or by international card, depending on local terminal vendor rules.
Traveling with Infants and Children
Qeshm Air provides dedicated allowances for families traveling with young children:
- Infants Under 2 Years (Lap Child): An infant traveling without an assigned seat receives a free checked luggage allowance of up to 10 kg.
- Strollers and Pushchairs: You can check one fully collapsible stroller, pram, or infant car seat free of charge. You can check it at the main desk or hand it over at the boarding gate.
- Children 2 Years and Older: Children traveling on standard child-fare tickets occupy their own seat and receive the full adult checked and carry-on baggage allowances.
Sports Equipment, Musical Instruments & Fragile Goods
You can travel with special items on Qeshm Air flights, provided you notify the airline or your travel agent before departure.
Sporting Gear
- Ski and Golf Equipment: On most scheduled flights, sporting equipment like golf bags or skis counts toward your total free checked weight.
- Exceeding Your Allowance: If your sports gear pushes your total luggage weight over your ticket limit, you must pay the standard per-kilogram excess rate.
- Protective Packaging: All sporting goods must be packed inside durable, padded travel bags or hard cases to prevent damage during transit.
Musical Instruments
- Small Instruments in the Cabin: Instruments such as violins or flutes can be brought into the cabin instead of your regular carry-on item, as long as they fit in the overhead locker and weigh no more than 5 kg to 7 kg.
- Bulky Instruments (Cabin Seat): If you wish to transport a fragile cello or large stringed instrument in the passenger cabin, you must purchase an extra passenger seat in advance.
- Checked Instruments: Large instruments placed in the cargo hold must be packed in a rigid, heavy-duty flight case.
Baggage Irregularities: Delays, Loss, and Damage
If your luggage does not arrive on the carousel or arrives damaged, complete these steps before leaving the airport:
- Find Baggage Services: Visit the Qeshm Air handling counter inside the baggage reclaim hall before you clear customs.
- File a Property Irregularity Report (PIR): Complete the missing or damaged bag form. Keep your copy of the PIR with its unique tracking reference code.
- Save Your Tags: Keep your boarding pass and all luggage claim tags attached to your ticket folder.
- Time Limits for Claims:
- Report damaged bags within 7 days of your flight.
- Report delayed bags immediately upon arrival. Written claims for expenses or loss must be sent within 21 days from the date the bag is delivered to you.
Qeshm Air Baggage Checklist
Follow these steps before heading to the airport to avoid baggage delays and check-in fees.
- Check your ticket endorsement. Find the baggage box on your booking receipt to confirm whether your allowance is 20 kg, 25 kg, or 30 kg.
- Weigh your cabin bag at home. Keep your rollaboard under 5 kg to 7 kg so gate agents do not require you to check it.
- Keep individual bags under 32 kg. Repack contents across two bags if any single bag exceeds 32 kg, as airport safety rules strictly prohibit heavier pieces.
- Prepare airport payment options. Have local cash or a compatible payment card ready at the airport counter in case your total checked weight is over the limit.
- Label every bag clearly. Put contact details with your destination address and phone number on both the outside tag and inside your luggage.
- Keep valuables in your personal item. Pack electronics, prescription medicine, cash, and travel documents inside your under-seat bag rather than in checked luggage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the checked baggage allowance on Qeshm Air domestic flights?
Economy Class passengers on domestic flights inside Iran usually receive 20 kg of free checked luggage. Business Class passengers receive 30 kg where available.
How much baggage can I check on an international Qeshm Air flight?
Standard international Economy tickets generally include 25 kg to 30 kg of free checked baggage. The exact limit depends on your route and is shown directly on your e-ticket.
What are the carry-on baggage limits on Qeshm Air?
Qeshm Air allows one piece of hand baggage weighing between 5 kg and 7 kg with standard combined dimensions of about 115 cm (55 x 40 x 20 cm), plus one small personal item like a handbag.
Can family members pool their baggage allowance on Qeshm Air?
Yes, passengers traveling together on the same booking reservation can pool their total weight allowance at check-in. However, no single suitcase can weigh more than 32 kg.
How are excess baggage fees charged by Qeshm Air?
Qeshm Air charges for excess baggage on a per-kilogram basis at the check-in desk. Rates are calculated based on your route distance and ticket fare, payable in local currency at the airport.
What is the infant baggage allowance on Qeshm Air?
An infant under two years old without a separate seat is allowed up to 10 kg of checked baggage. You can also check one collapsible baby stroller at no extra charge.
What happens if a single suitcase weighs over 32 kg?
Ground handling staff will reject any single bag that exceeds 32 kg for safety reasons. You must split your items into multiple bags or send the cargo via freight before flying.
Can I bring sports equipment on Qeshm Air?
Yes, items like ski gear and golf bags are accepted and count toward your free checked weight allowance. If their weight exceeds your ticketed limit, standard per-kg excess rates apply.
Baggage rules can vary by route, service, and booking type, and the operating transport company's official rules prevail.
