Airlines, miles, and points is the most popular topic at Australian Frequent Flyer. In this category, we provide expert tips, insider tricks, and facilitate discussions about Qantas, Virgin Australia, non-Australian airlines, and global airline alliances. From earning and redeeming frequent flyer points to maximising elite status benefits, we aim to help you get the most out of your travel.
We also cover every step of the journey – from planning and booking flights to experiencing the flight itself, and finally, arriving at your destination. Whether you’re a seasoned traveller or just starting to explore the world of frequent flyer programs, you’ll find valuable advice to elevate your travel experience.
See below for articles on airlines, miles and points.
You can currently redeem Qantas points to fly with 26 partner airlines. This is exactly the same number as in 2005, but the list of airlines looks very different now compared to two decades ago.
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Iberia owes me €400 (~AU$700) in EU261 compensation after delaying me over 12 hours. But the airline has stonewalled every attempt to claim this – and it has form in doing so.
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Cathay changed its award flights prices in 2025, but at the same time it stopped publishing award charts. Our unofficial tables show how many Asia Miles you’ll now need for a flight.
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When you earn lifetime airline status, you get to keep your status level forever… but airlines often reduce the benefits of each tier over time as they introduce new levels above the existing ones.
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Qatar Airways lounge access rules can be confusing, as the airline sometimes sends passengers to different lounges based on their class of travel or status.
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