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 fly a mix of Business and First Class from Australia to London with Cathay Pacific, for fewer Asia Miles than you'd need when redeeming Qantas Points for Business Class. Plus, Cathay has better award availability and lower taxes & charges!
Qantas Frequent Flyer provides a Loyalty Bonus each time you earn 500 status credits from Qantas or Jetstar flights, up to four times per membership year. You can currently choose between bonus points or status credits - but not for much longer.
Although Oman Air joined Oneworld in June, Qantas Frequent Flyer members still can't earn points or status credits flying with the Muscat-based airline. Why not?
Qantas' direct flights from Brisbane to Koror, Palau have been extended for another year. Tickets are now on sale, and there is lots of Classic Flight Reward availability.
Qantas has resumed actively upgrading lucky Platinum and Platinum One frequent flyers into empty Business and First Class seats.
Airline upgrades are rare but can still happen. Here are some useful pointers to improve your chances of securing an upgrade.
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer has introduced a new award chart for redemptions on budget airline Scoot. You can book Scoot awards for a very low number of KrisFlyer miles, but beware the lack of inclusions.
Although LATAM Airlines has left Oneworld, Qantas Frequent Flyer members can still earn & redeem points with the South American carrier. Qantas Gold, Platinum & Platinum One members also receive lounge access at selected airports.
Qantas has launched a new Partner Airline Upgrades program, which lets you request an upgrade with Qantas Points on almost any American Airlines flight.
QantasLink's Dash 8 fleet now consists exclusively of Q400 turboprops. When flying on these, your experience will be a bit different to flying on a larger jet aircraft.
Air Canada is jumping on the unpopular bandwagon of awarding status based on the amount of money you spend, following the likes of Virgin Australia and British Airways.
Australians and other non-US members of Mileage Plan have been ineligible for bonus miles during Alaska Airlines' most recent promotions. Is this a deliberate new policy?