Book Qatar Airways Flights
Qatar Airways is one of the youngest mainstream carriers in the world, but in its short lifespan has managed to build a reputation as a multi-award winning global airliner under CEO Akbar Al Baker. Most recently, Qatar Airways won the Skytrax Award for 2011 Airline of the Year, not to mention awards for best airport lounges in the Middle East, and Aviation Company of the Year in 2010.
Qatar Airways flies from South Africa to its main hub at Doha International Airport; from Doha you can get excellent connections to Europe, Asia, Australia and the Americas.

Check In
As with most international flights from South Africa, check in for Qatar Airways flights opens 3 hours before departure and closes at least 1 hour before takeoff. Boarding gates for Qatar Airways flights usually close 20 minutes before the plane departs.
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If you’re flying Qatar Airways from Johannesburg (JNB) then proceed to the check in counters at the International airport (Terminal A), upper level, O.R. Tambo Airport
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For Qatar Airways flights from Cape Town (CPT), checks in counters are located in the upper deck, International Departures Terminal, Cape Town International Airport
Baggage Allowance
Baggage allowance for Qatar Airways flights is stipulated as follows:
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Economy Class – 23kg
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Business Class -30kg
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First Class – 40kg
As Qatar Airways baggage allowance can vary by route and cabin class, it’s always best to check your airline ticket for the exact info.
For carry-on luggage, Qatar Airways allows Economy Class passengers to take one piece onboard and it can’t weigh more than 7kg. Business and First Class passengers are treated to a two piece, 15kg carry-on luggage allowance.

Qatar Airways Online Flight Bookings in South Africa
From humble beginnings on a Boeing 767 wing borrowed from Kuwait Air, Qatar Airways now operates its own modern fleet of 104 aircraft. With orders already in for 10 A380’s (which should be in operation by 2013), it’s no wonder Qatar Airways is currently one of the fastest growing international airlines in the world.
Qatar Airways flies to more than 100 destinations worldwide, offering superior levels of service and efficiency to a loyal passenger base in every corner of the world. Book your Qatar Airways flights in South Africa with Travelstart and compare airline ticket prices with other airliners flying from South Africa to the Middle East and beyond.
See also: Emirates Airlines | Etihad