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.
Economy Class flying can be enjoyable if the seat is comfortable and the service is great. It really depends on these 9 factors!
Booking a round-the-world trip with Qantas Points is difficult, but not impossible. Here are 5 real-life examples of itineraries you can actually book online in 2026.
Emirates now offers Premium Economy reward seats and upgrades with Skywards miles, but you can't book a seat using Qantas Points... yet.
Online reviews have made it much easier for travellers to research hotels, restaurants, airlines and tour companies. But they've also changed the travel experience - and not always for the better.
Qantas Frequent Flyer members can now redeem their points for Emirates Premium Economy Classic Reward seats, becoming the first partner program to access these awards!
If you change your mind about a Qantas flight booking, you can cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. You can also fix small mistakes at no cost on the day of booking.
Excellent communication makes all the difference when a flight is disrupted. My recent Virgin Australia flight, which diverted shortly after take-off, is a great example of that.
Hong Kong airport is home to some of the best airline lounges for Oneworld alliance travellers. We go through all of them in our guide.
Given the ongoing flight disruptions caused by the Iran War, many Australians are now looking for routes from Australia to Europe that avoid the Middle East. We take a closer look at the options.
Flying soon on Qantas flight QF3 from Sydney to New York via Auckland? Our guide explains what to expect on this premium Qantas international route.
These are the airlines that continue to offer the 3-3-3, or 9-abreast, layout in their Boeing 777 Economy Class cabins.
Qantas has launched a Flight Reward Finder tool that makes it easy to find Classic Reward availability. We take a deep dive into how it works.