The Great Qantas Frequent Flyer Rip-Off

Millions of Australians are Qantas Frequent Flyer members. We collect Qantas points in the hope of one day redeeming them for a free flight. Unfortunately, Qantas Classic Flight Rewards are not as rewarding as the name might suggest. When redeeming points for reward flights, airport & government taxes must be paid in addition to the … Continued

Emirates First Class to New Zealand for 54,000 Qantas Points

Emirates flies A380s between Australia and New Zealand on the Sydney-Christchurch route. On Emirates’ A380s, each First class passenger enjoys a private suite with sliding doors, as well as access to on-board showers and Emirates’ famous in-flight bar! Naturally, you’ll also be pampered with top-quality champagne and First class dining on board. Our Emirates First Class … Continued

Qantas’ New London & Auckland Flights Begin

Today marks a new era for both Qantas’ flagship kangaroo route and the ongoing partnership with Emirates. Later today, the first ever non-stop commercial flight from Australia to Europe will depart. The new QF9 service from Perth to London is scheduled to leave at 6.50pm local time. It will arrive in London over 17 hours later … Continued

Heavy Fine for Disruptive Qantas Passenger

A disruptive Qantas passenger who assaulted crew members has been fined more than $25,000 and banned from flying Qantas. The incident occurred on QF652, a redeye service from Perth to Brisbane, in July last year. The man attacked crew members after they confiscated a flask of alcohol that he had carried on board. The Airbus … Continued

Are Qantas Menus Becoming Too Healthy?

If you’ve flown Qantas lately, you may have noticed an increase in healthy food options like salads and celery sticks. But are Qantas in-flight and lounge menus becoming too healthy? While health-conscious frequent flyers may be rejoicing, others believe there is too much kale, polenta and cabbage slaw appearing on Qantas menus. An AFF member … Continued