How to book QF LHR-GLA?

[kgreenuq]

I've tried to book a QF flight LHR-GLA, using the Qantas AU site. I get a message telling me (logically) that I'll be transferred to the Qantas UK site -- and that I can only book the flight using Qantas Classic Rewards points (i.e., I can't just pay for the flight outright). Does anyone know why I'm restricted to payment by points? I could just book through BA, but I assumed I'd get a better haul of FF points if I was able to book a codeshare. What am I doing wrong? Grateful for any help.

 

[levelnine]

In general, you can't book flights on other carriers as standalone cash flights (ie BA LHR-GLA). Can only be booked in connection with a Qantas flight (eg SYD-SIN-LHR-GLA).

 

[kgreenuq]

Okay, ta -- but I could book direct with BA?

 

[levelnine]

Okay, ta -- but I could book direct with BA?

With a QF flight number? No
With a BA flight number? Yes

 

[kgreenuq]

Thanks. I do have a booking SYD-LHR but it's a DSC and I'm unwilling to make any changes for fear of potential loss of SCs. I'll book through BA. Thanks for your help.