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.
Velocity Frequent Flyer launched its highly-anticipated lifetime Gold status tier in October 2025. "Forever Gold" can be yours by earning 12,000 lifetime status credits - but there's a catch.
Airline seats and hotel rooms are perishable goods, yet travel companies usually raise prices at the last minute - even if many seats or rooms remain unsold. Why?
When writing a complaint to an airline, you're more likely to get the desired outcome if you keep it succinct, take out the emotion and clearly state what you want.
If you're flying Qantas from Samoa, Tonga or Palau, eat beforehand and bring your own snacks as there is limited food available on board - even in Business Class.
There will be 227 flights per week from 11 cities across Australia to Bali's Denpasar Airport, on eight different airlines. Here's an overview of all your options for flights to Bali.
Airlines collect lots of data about their customers and loyalty program members, yet they offer irrelevant deals and poor personalisation.
Qantas now offers extra-legroom Economy Plus seats for free to Gold & Platinum frequent flyers, or for a fee to anyone else.
How does Jetstar compare to Air New Zealand when flying domestically in New Zealand? Is it worth paying the premium for Air New Zealand? We took two flights to find out.
Rather than losing once-loyal flyers who didn't requalify for Velocity status under the new program rules, Virgin Australia is giving some people complimentary status extensions.
Instead of holding Platinum status with either Qantas or Virgin Australia, could it make better sense to get Gold status with both airlines for a similar amount of flying (and spend)?
Stuck with an Airpoints balance? These are the best ways to redeem Air New Zealand Airpoints Dollars on Qantas domestic and Star Alliance partner flights.
These are the best value ways for Australians to spend 20,000 Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles, ensuring they don't expire.