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.
Etihad Airways and Virgin Australia will end their frequent flyer partnership in June 2025 leaving Qatar Airways as Virgin's sole Middle Eastern partner airline.
Fiji Airways is launching flights to its sixth Australian city, with direct flights between Nadi and Cairns commencing on 10 April 2025.
For a while, some of the wines served in Virgin Australia's airport lounges have tasted pretty bad. But the airline is finally refreshing its wine list with some new options.
Most passengers don't take the time to compliment great service, so airlines love it when customers do. They often pass on the feedback to the employee and their manager.
Qantas award flights are once again available to book on the Alaska Airlines website after mysteriously disappearing three weeks ago.
Not a single Qantas reward seat has been available to book through Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan for more than two weeks.
The Qantas Points Calculator and booking engine incorrectly shows some routes as earning zero points and status credits. Here's what you'll actually earn.
Velocity Platinum frequent flyers receive four complimentary Business Class upgrades on Virgin Australia flights with UpgradeMe Platinum. Here's how it works.
Etihad has some great Business Class sale fares available from Singapore to Madrid from AUD3,154 return. Book by 30 November 2024.
One unorthodox strategy to maintain your airline status, without spending as much, is to let yourself drop down and then upgrade again at the start of every second year.
Velocity Frequent Flyer will increase the number of points needed to upgrade Virgin Australia Flex tickets on 18 November 2024. Until then, there's a limited window to lock in some great-value upgrades.
Singapore Airlines has finally fixed an error where its website was overcharging for KrisFlyer Advantage award tickets to and from Cairns.