With card payment surcharges being banned from 1 October 2026, airlines including Qantas are expected to raise airfares to recover the revenue they won't be able to collect from payment fees.
Qantas has quietly shelved its plans to develop a separate First Class Lounge in London, instead choosing to refurbish the lounge with a dedicated dining area for First Class, Platinum and Platinum One travellers.
Qantas has begun using automated boarding gates as a trial at Sydney Airport Terminal 3. The smart gates allow passengers to board without a staff member to scan them onto the flight.
You don't necessarily need to spend money to earn Qantas Points! Here are six ways to earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points - and stop your balance from expiring - for free.
You can now book flights on Philippine Airlines across their network with your Qantas Points, unlocking a new option for travel across the Philippines as well as one-stop to Asia and the USA.
When flying with Qantas, you may be eligible to buy a Lounge Pass for access to the Qantas Club or Business Lounge. Prices range from around $25 to $84 per pass, depending on the lounge.
Qantas double status credits (or points) is back for May 2026! However, only Qantas domestic and Trans-Tasman flights flown by 31 August 2026 are eligible for this offer.
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.