Qatar Airways

Airline Information

• IATA code: QR
• Country: Qatar
• Hub: Doha Hamad
• Alliance: oneworld
• Tier: Full-Service
• Customer support: 1-877-777-2827

Cabin Classes

• Economy Class: Qatar Airways economy is consistently rated among the world's top 3. Seats on the A350 have 32 inches of pitch in a 3-3-3 layout, with 17.8-inch seat width. The Oryx One IFE system features a large 13.3-inch touch-screen with USB and HDMI ports. Complimentary meals, alcohol, and a 23 kg checked bag are included. The new Economy Smart cabin (2024) introduces wireless charging.
• Business Class (Qsuite): Qsuite is Qatar Airways' flagship Business Class product, found on A350 and select 777 aircraft. Each seat has a private sliding door creating a fully enclosed suite, a 75-inch flat bed, 21.5-inch IFE display, and an adjustable privacy panel between adjacent seats. 'Double Suite' and 'Quad Suite' configurations allow adjacent seats to be opened into a shared social space — ideal for couples and groups. Includes Al Safwa First Lounge access at DOH (Qsuite is treated as a First Class-equivalent product at the lounge).
• First Class: Qatar Airways First Class is available on select Boeing 777 routes as four private suites in a 1-1 layout with a 87-inch flat bed, a separate ottoman, a 26-inch IFE screen, and a 16-inch vanity mirror. The Al Safwa First Class Lounge at Doha Hamad is widely rated as the world's best airport lounge, with a dedicated spa, gourmet restaurant, and a cinema room.

Privilege Club (Qmiles) Loyalty Program

Elite tiers: Burgundy (entry), Silver (300 Qpoints/year), Gold (700 Qpoints), Platinum (1,400 Qpoints)

Privilege Club uses a dual currency: Qmiles (earned per flight, redeemable for tickets and upgrades) and Qpoints (used for tier qualification). Platinum members receive guaranteed cabin upgrades when space is available, lounge access regardless of class, and a 75% bonus on Qmiles earned. Qmiles are also earnable on oneworld partners including American Airlines, British Airways, and Japan Airlines. The Privilege Club Visa card in some markets offers bonus Qmiles on everyday spend.

In-Flight Wi-Fi

Available on all Qatar Airways long-haul aircraft

Cost: Complimentary for Business and First Class; from $10 USD for 1 hour in Economy (various packages available)

Qatar Airways offers high-speed satellite Wi-Fi via Viasat and Inmarsat on its fleet. Business and First Class passengers receive complimentary access. Economy packages include 15-minute, 1-hour, and full-flight options. Coverage is reliable on most long-haul routes. Speeds support messaging and email reliably; video calls are possible on Business and First on newer aircraft.

Pro Tips

• Doha Hamad International has a minimum connecting time of 45 minutes for most oneworld connections — significantly shorter than European hubs like Frankfurt (60 min) or London Heathrow (90 min). Use this aggressively when connecting to Asia, Africa, or Europe; Qatar's hub is geographically excellent for bridging continents.
• Qsuite is available on the A350 and select 777 routes — always check the aircraft before booking. Not all Qatar Airways Business Class routes have Qsuite; older 777s and some A330s have a non-suite product. The Qatar website shows the cabin product by route at the point of booking.
• If you have Qsuite connecting through Doha, arrive early for the Al Safwa First Class Lounge — it is open to Qsuite passengers on most routes and is widely considered the world's best airport lounge. The spa offers complimentary treatments on a first-come basis.
• Qatar Airways often releases award space at 5–10 days before departure for last-minute travelers. Qmiles redemptions can be significantly cheaper than cash fares on this timeline, especially for transatlantic Business Class when award pricing drops to partner-rate levels.

Frequently Asked Questions