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Qatar Airways promo codes for March 2025 – how to get cheaper flights
Save 12% on flight bookings with these Qatar Airways discount codes
A taste of spring has us dreaming of getaways – boarding a plane to somewhere warm, where lazy days by the pool and refreshing dips in the sea await. If, like us, you’ve got the itch to book your next holiday, you’re in luck, as The Independent’s team of deal hunters have been working hard to bring you the best Qatar Airways discounts.
Grab your swimsuit and stock up on SPF, it’s time to book the holiday you’ve always dreamed of. Whether you’ve always wanted to visit Abu Dhabi or have been considering a trip to Thailand after watching the latest episode of The White Lotus, Qatar Airways has you covered with flights to America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Holidays to the likes of Cape Town, Dubai and New York don’t come cheap, which is why we’ve pulled together the very best Qatar Airways discounts below, ready to save you over 10 per cent on your next trip.
Top Qatar Airways discount codes
How to find Qatar Airways promo codes
Right now, you can get up to 12 per cent off economy flights to select destinations when logging into your Privilege Club account and booking before 31 March. If you're not a member yet, you can sign up for free, and aside from this deal, you'll become eligible for a variety of benefits – such as additional baggage, upgrades, discounts and more, as you climb the membership levels with each booking. The promotion is valid on flights to a select number of destinations, such as Ho Chi Minh City, Mumbai, Manila and Colombo. You'll collect Avios with your Qatar Airways booking, and get a generous baggage allowance of 40kg. Once you've logged into your Privilege Club account, enter the promotional code above before making a flight search, and you’ll save up to 12 per cent.
For those who are only just joining the Privilege Club now, we have an even better deal for you. When you register, you can redeem an exclusive code and earn up to 4,000 bonus Avios following your first flight.
Your Qatar Airways Privilege Club membership will offer you many other perks, too. You'll gain exclusive access to VIP events, enjoy rewards when shopping with brand partners and, of course, be able to book flights at discounted prices. Currently, there are a variety of fantastic promo codes to cut down costs, including savings of up to 12 per cent on spring travel, and a brilliant deal of up to eight per cent off Australia flights.
Always wanted to travel in luxury? Enjoy 12 per cent off business class trips departing before 31 December 2025, just redeem the code featured above and book before 31 March. Destinations include Sydney, Singapore, the Maldives, Beijing and Osaka, and you'll enjoy a whole new level of comfort on your flight. The type of business cabin and seat varies with each aircraft, so be mindful of this when booking. Select planes will be equipped with Qsuite – Qatar Airways’ business class suites that allow you to lie flat on a bed, sit up and work, or indulge in in-flight luxuries.
And, there’s up to 12 per cent off flights when you visit a UEFA Champions League match destination, so start looking for some tickets. It’s worth keeping an eye on Qatar Airways’ offers page, as the deals and discount codes change every month. For example, right now, you can get 10 per cent off last-minute holidays.
More ways to save on flights and holidays
If your dream holiday doesn’t fall in the discounted section of Qatar Airways’ getaways, you may still be able to save. If you join the airlines’ Privilege Club, you can start earning Avios today, along with having access to exclusive member-only offers, award flights and upgrades, and much more.
You may find Qatar Airways a little more purse-friendly with the Student Club, which gives you 10 per cent off when you join, 15 per cent off after your first journey and 20 per cent off after your second, along with extra baggage allowance, complimentary wifi and more.
In general, if you book a Qatar Airways holiday rather than just flights, you’ll save up to 30 per cent on your booking, from a choice of over 200,000 hotels worldwide and 10,000 tours.
Where to visit in 2025
If it were us jetting off on a Qatar Airways holiday this year (and trust us, we wish it was), we’d be considering booking Shanghai. Peppered with skyscrapers, history, incredible cuisine, enchanting architecture and fantastic nightlife, there’s so much to explore in this huge Chinese city. Another popular choice is Dubai – the most populous city in the United Arab Emirates and a major tourist destination.
Qatar Airways check-in and baggage allowance
The easiest way to check in to a Qatar Airways flight is by using the app, which comes with a range of benefits. You'll have access to a fast bag drop-off counter, too, so that you can spend more time relaxing in the airport. Online check-in for flights to and from the USA or Doha opens 24 hours before departure, or anywhere between 48 hours and 90 minutes prior to departure for all other flights.
Your baggage allowance will vary depending on the flight you book, and what class you’re travelling, but typically, flights to and from all destinations with economy lite fares includes 20kg of luggage, 25kg for standard fares, 30kg for economy convenience and 35kg for economy comfort. You’ll also always get one piece of 7kg hand luggage.
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