Airline status ensures an enjoyable experience when flying with the airline putting you ahead of the crowd when trying to get an upgrade, complimentary lounge access and other benefits.
We compare the lifetime status tiers offered by 22 airlines including Qantas, and explain how to earn it.
Fiji Airways is now a full member of Oneworld, meaning more consistent elite benefits and a switch to the AAdvantage frequent flyer program. You can also now use Fiji Airways as part of a Qantas Oneworld Classic Flight Reward.
Qantas may have its challenges, but there's lots to like about Australia's national carrier. Here are 18 things Qantas does particularly well.
We've put together a list of the best status runs that you can book to take full advantage of Qantas' new double status credits offer, which is running until 18 March 2025. Happy booking!
Virgin Australia sells VA-marketed codeshare flights on several partner airlines including Singapore Airlines and Air Canada. When booking these, you'll often pay more for a less seamless experience.
Hawaiian Airlines will end its partnership with Virgin Australia on 30 June 2025, as it prepares to form a new partnership with Qantas.
Qantas Platinum members can enjoy access to the Qantas First Lounges when flying on Jetstar domestic flights that depart from international terminals. With flights available for as little as $29, this can be a great deal... assuming Jetstar doesn't cancel your flight.
In this case study, I explain exactly how I earned the 1,200 status credits required to renew Qantas Platinum status in my 2025 membership year - and how much it cost.
SkyTeam Elite Plus members will finally be able to access selected lounges when flying on domestic tickets from 1 April 2025.
Earn up to 125 bonus status credits and 50,000 Velocity points when you book and fly at least six flights via Virgin Australia Business Flyer by 31 March 2025.
When you fly a Oneworld Connect airline like Fiji Airways, you only get a limited and confusing sub-set of the usual Oneworld alliance benefits.
AFF editor Matt Graham shares his strategy for earning Diamond Elite status in the IHG One Rewards hotel loyalty program each year.