If they add a return sector after the devaluation, I believe that the points should be recalculated for the entire itinerary according to the new prices.
What if they had a return flight booked (in economy) but later find a business class award available. Could they switch to that flight and just pay what the point difference would be under the pre-August 2025 award chart?
I doubt it, as it's still processed as a recalculation.
The taxes and fees recalc is a different process, as this specifically refers to the change in award chart pricing. So if you make a booking prior to 5 August, you'll pay the old award rates on that PNR. Taxes and fees would be recalculated regardless if you add a flight on, but they're not changing in value for the same thing i.e. SYD-SIN in Y costs more points, but the taxes are consistent.
I cleaned our my books balance on the weekend - on partner flights!!!!
I think that's a glitch. Use the multi-city tool and it still shows 8K.
I'm thinking the same thing. But I believe the qantas system will re-calculate based on the points cost on the date of changing the booking. So will have to pay the difference in points (new cost - original cost) + 5000 point change fee.
Are you sure? The website says this, but I'm not sure what to make of it:
What's the maximum validity of an award flight? If i book for July 2026 now (maximum forward date available) can I later change it to November 2026?
One year from the scheduled departure date of the first flight of the classic award itinerary.
Do note that after you have flown the first departure changes are not permitted for partner airlines.
