Author: Matt Graham

Matt Graham

The editor of Australian Frequent Flyer, Matt's passion for travel has taken him to more than 100 countries… with the help of frequent flyer points, of course! Matt's favourite destinations (so far) are Germany, Brazil, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. His interests include aviation, economics & foreign languages, and he has a soft spot for good food and red wine. You can connect with Matt by posting on the Australian Frequent Flyer community forum and tagging @Mattg.

Qatar Airways Qsuite Business Class

Qatar Airways Increases “Reward Fees” to Australia

Qatar Airways Privilege Club has quietly increased the surcharges payable when you redeem Avios on many of its flights, including to Australia.

Madrid Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas (Las Ventas Bullring) aerial view with historical buildings in Spain.

Europe 2025 Early Bird Sales on Now

Many airlines including Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Air France are now offering 2025 Europe Early Bird airfare deals. Get in quick to secure a great price!

Jetstar cabin crew in front of a Dreamliner

Guide to Jetstar’s Fare Bundles

Jetstar has updated its fare bundles, removing the Economy Max option and changing the inclusions on other bundles. As a result, some Jetstar fares now earn fewer Qantas points & status credits.

Emirates A380 Business Class

How to Upgrade Emirates Flights with Skywards Miles

Upgrades are one of the best ways to spend Emirates Skywards miles. Our guide explains how to upgrade with miles on Emirates flights.

Restaurants in front of the main mosque in Shkodër, Albania

Australians Are Flocking to Eastern Europe

More Australians than ever before are travelling to Eastern Europe. Why are destinations like the Balkans becoming so popular with tourists?

Malaysia Airlines Airbus A350-900 at Kuala Lumpur International Airport

New One-Stop Option to France with Qantas Points

Malaysia Airlines will launch direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Paris in March 2025, and there are Classic Rewards available to book with Qantas Points.

Iberia A350 view landing in Madrid

How to Predict If Your Flight Will Have Turbulence

Turbli provides turbulence forecasts for any upcoming commercial flight based on real-time weather information. You can also view the routes with the highest average turbulence.

QantasLink Airbus A220-300 lands at Canberra Airport

Overview of QantasLink Airbus A220 Routes

QantasLink's new Airbus A220s are in service, flying from Melbourne to destinations including Canberra, Brisbane and Hobart. Here's a full list of A220 routes.

Qantas A330-200 at Melbourne Airport

Qantas to Replace Jetstar on Melbourne-Honolulu

Qantas will launch non-stop flights from Melbourne to Honolulu from 1 May 2025, flying three times per week using Airbus A330-200s.