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flydubai vs Qatar Airways: Carry-On Policy Comparison
Side-by-side comparison of cabin bag size limits, weight allowances, personal item rules, and baggage fees.
Strictest overall
Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways has the more restrictive published size or weight allowance.
The row highlights show which airline is more restrictive for each field. The overall result uses published dimensions first and weight second. The enforcement row is an editorial estimate and never changes the objective result.
flydubai source
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| Policy | flydubai | Qatar Airways | Strictest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabin bag size | 55×38×20 cm | 50×37×25 cm | Qatar Airways |
| Cabin bag weight | 10 kg | 7 kg | Qatar Airways |
| Cabin bags allowed | 1 | 1 | Tied |
| Personal item | Not included | Included | flydubai |
| Personal item size | — | — | — |
| Editorial enforcement estimate | strict | moderate | flydubai |
| Overweight fee (online) | Must check | 0 USD | — |
| Oversize fee (online) | — | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
Which is stricter — flydubai or Qatar Airways?
Qatar Airways has the more restrictive objective size or weight allowance in this comparison.
What is the carry-on size limit for flydubai?
flydubai allows a carry-on bag of 55×38×20 cm with a weight limit of 10 kg in economy class.
What is the carry-on size limit for Qatar Airways?
Qatar Airways allows a carry-on bag of 50×37×25 cm with a weight limit of 7 kg in economy class.
Does flydubai allow a personal item?
The current flydubai record does not list a separate universal personal-item allowance.
Does Qatar Airways allow a personal item?
The current Qatar Airways record lists a personal item. Check the selected fare and official source because inclusion can vary.
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