Air Cargo Cut-off Times

Qatar Airways Cargo Cargo Cut-off Times

Qatar Airways Cargo (QR, AWB prefix 157) reference cut-off times for general cargo, perishables, pharma, dangerous goods, and live animals.

Airline
Qatar Airways Cargo
IATA code
QR
AWB prefix
157
Region
Middle East

Reference cut-off times for Qatar Airways Cargo. General cargo documents are due 4 hours before ETD and cargo 4 hours before ETD. Actual cut-offs vary by station and flight, so confirm them on your booking.

Cut-off times by cargo type

  • General cargo: documents 4 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD, accepted up to 72 hours before etd.
  • Perishables: documents 6 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD.
  • Pharmaceuticals: documents 6 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD.
  • Dangerous goods: documents 8 hours before ETD, cargo 6 hours before ETD.
  • Live animals: documents 48 hours before ETD, cargo 6 hours before ETD.
  • Valuable cargo: documents 6 hours before ETD, cargo 4 hours before ETD.

Notes

  • QR Express available for time-critical
  • QR Pharma for GDP-compliant shipments
  • QR Live requires advance veterinary docs

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Qatar Airways Cargo general cargo cut-off?

Documents: 4 hours before ETD. Cargo: 4 hours before ETD. Confirm for your station and flight.

What AWB prefix does Qatar Airways Cargo use?

AWB prefix 157.