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.
In this beginner's guide, we'll show you the different ways you can earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points - getting you closer to your next reward.
Thanks to Airlink's partnership with Qatar Airways, you can now redeem Avios to fly to Saint Helena - the remote British Overseas Territory where Napoleon famously died. I did, and cannot recommend it enough.
Wondering what to do with 10,000 Qantas Frequent Flyer points? Our guide explains what you can get, in order from best to worst value.
The relationship between Qantas and Malaysia Airlines is thawing, with both airlines adding codeshares and Qantas Frequent Flyer improving its earn rates on some Malaysian flights. But there are some catches...
Domestic Qantas Business airfares are consistently priced around $200 higher than Virgin Australia. Is Qantas just greedy, or does the market truly value Qantas' product more highly?
Qantas Frequent Flyer has reduced the value you get when redeeming Qantas Points for Classic Plus rewards in international premium cabins.
Jetstar will install Business Class seats on its new Airbus A321XlR fleet. Once these new planes arrive, you'll even be able to upgrade into these seats using Qantas Points.
Qantas has reversed its unpopular decision not to let double status credits count towards lifetime status after a swift backlash from the frequent flyer community.
See how much you'll have to pay when redeeming Qantas Points for Classic Flight Rewards with our complete list of Qantas carrier charges. We've updated this list following the recent price increase.
Qantas is giving double status credits on flights booked from 28 August until 3 September 2025, but these don't count towards lifetime status.
Frequent flyers have lots of small micro-hacks that make air travel just that little bit easier - like knowing how to melt the frozen butter that comes with most Economy meals, or how to raise the armrest on the aisle. What's your best trick?
Singapore Airlines is making changes to its KrisFlyer program, including increasing the miles needed for award flights and upgrades from 1 November 2025.