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Iberia vs Qatar Airways

Side-by-side policy and rating comparison — baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, lounges, and loyalty programmes.

Verdict

Qatar Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 9.0/10 vs 8.0/10 for Iberia. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Comparison data last updated 6 July 2026

Policy comparison

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Policy Iberia Qatar Airways
Cabin baggage IncludedIncluded
Checked baggage 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business23–32 kg by cabin (Economy 23 kg)
In-flight Wi-Fi PaidPartial (messaging/select routes)
Economy seat pitch 31–32"32"
Loyalty programme Iberia Plus (Avios)Privilege Club (Avios)
Lounge access Iberia Dali VIP Lounge MAD; oneworld Emerald/SapphireAl Mourjan / Al Safwa at DOH; oneworld Emerald
Changes & refunds Flex fares allow changes; Basic restrictedFlexible on published fares; fee + difference on restricted tickets

Individual profiles

Iberia

IB · Spain

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.0/10

Qatar Airways

QR · Qatar

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 9.0/10

Editorial profiles

Spain · IB/IBE · #1 in this comparison

Iberia

Your Iberia

#22 Global 4-Star
8.0 / 10
Quick Answer

Iberia scores 8.0/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.2/10), ranking #22 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Iberia a good airline?

Iberia scores 8.0/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #22 globally with a safety score of 9.2/10. Iberia is Spain's flag carrier and an IAG oneworld member, operating from Madrid with strong UK–Latin America connectivity via Terminal 4 and Avios-shared Iberia Plus loyalty. See full profile →

Overall 8.0 Excellent
Safety 9.2 Excellent Safety
Service 8.2 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.1 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.2
Seat Comfort
7.9
Food & Beverage
8.3
In-Flight Entertainment
7.6
On-Time Performance
8.0
Value for Money
8.1

Key facts

Hub
Madrid Barajas (MAD) & Barcelona (BCN)
Alliance
oneworld
Founded
1927
Fleet
130 aircraft
Region
europe
IATA / ICAO
IB / IBE

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business
In-flight Wi-Fi Paid Wi-Fi or messaging packages
Economy seat pitch 31–32"
Lounge access Iberia Dali VIP Lounge MAD; oneworld Emerald/Sapphire
Changes & refunds Flex fares allow changes; Basic restricted
Loyalty programme Iberia Plus (Avios)

Strengths

  • Madrid hub 7.9/10 with Dali VIP Lounge 8.3/10
  • Iberia Plus shares Avios with BA and Aer Lingus
  • Dense Latin America network from MAD Terminal 4S

Weaknesses

  • Short-haul product is basic on older A320s
  • MAD terminal transfers for some oneworld connections

Awards & recognition

  • oneworld member
  • Best hub for UK–Latin America via Madrid

Qatar · QR/QTR · #2 in this comparison

Qatar Airways

World's Best Airline 2025

#1 Global 5-Star
9.0 / 10
Quick Answer

Qatar Airways scores 9.0/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.8/10), ranking #1 globally. verified in-flight Wi-Fi averages 8 Mbps on measured routes. Catering: Halal standard on all routes; vegan and no-pork bespoke menus pre-ordered 24h ahead with high success on LHR–DOH

Is Qatar Airways a good airline?

Qatar Airways scores 9.0/10 (Exceptional) on FlightLogic, ranking #1 globally with a safety score of 9.8/10. Qatar Airways leads global rankings with exceptional Qsuite business class, award-winning cabin crew, and a modern widebody fleet serving 170+ destinations. See full profile →

Overall 9.0 Exceptional
Safety 9.8 Maximum Safety
Service 9.4 Cabin crew & ground
Value 8.5 Fare vs product
Star rating 5★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
9.4
Seat Comfort
9.2
Food & Beverage
9.0
In-Flight Entertainment
9.1
On-Time Performance
8.8
Value for Money
8.5

Key facts

Hub
Hamad International (DOH)
Alliance
oneworld
Founded
1993
Fleet
250 aircraft
Region
middle east
IATA / ICAO
QR / QTR

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 23–32 kg by cabin (Economy 23 kg)
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 32"
Lounge access Al Mourjan / Al Safwa at DOH; oneworld Emerald
Changes & refunds Flexible on published fares; fee + difference on restricted tickets
Loyalty programme Privilege Club (Avios)

Strengths

  • Qsuite business class with doors
  • Al Mourjan lounge at DOH
  • Excellent long-haul catering

Weaknesses

  • Economy density on some A320s
  • Occasional DOH connection delays

Awards & recognition

  • World's Best Airline 2025
  • Best Business Class
  • Best Airline in Middle East

FAQ

Which is better — Iberia or Qatar Airways?

Qatar Airways scores higher on FlightLogic at 9.0/10 vs 8.0/10 for Iberia. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Does Iberia or Qatar Airways include a carry-on bag?

Iberia: Included. Qatar Airways: Included.

Which has free Wi-Fi — Iberia or Qatar Airways?

Iberia: Paid. Qatar Airways: Partial (messaging/select routes).

Does Iberia include checked baggage?

Iberia checked baggage: 1×23 kg long-haul economy; 2×32 kg business.

Does Qatar Airways include checked baggage?

Qatar Airways checked baggage: 23–32 kg by cabin (Economy 23 kg).