Author: Matt Graham

Matt Graham

The editor of Australian Frequent Flyer, Matt's passion for travel has taken him to more than 100 countries… with the help of frequent flyer points, of course! Matt's favourite destinations (so far) are Germany, Brazil, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan. His interests include aviation, economics & foreign languages, and he has a soft spot for good food and red wine. You can connect with Matt by posting on the Australian Frequent Flyer community forum and tagging @AFF Editor.

Jetstar move to Terminal 2 at Perth Airport

Jetstar Moving to Terminal 2 at Perth Airport

Qantas frequent flyers and Qantas Club members flying Jetstar from Perth Airport will effectively lose lounge access from 2 September 2024, when Jetstar moves to Terminal 2.

Qantas boarding group signage at a gate at Brisbane Airport

Qantas Rolls Out Boarding Groups

Qantas has introduced boarding groups on domestic flights, starting this week with Boeing 737 and Airbus A330 flights departing Brisbane.

Cathay Pacific A350-1000 at Sydney Airport

20-50% Bonus Points on CommBank Awards Transfers

CommBank Awards members can earn a 20-50% bonus when transferring points to an eligible airline or hotel partner program until 30 June 2024.

PARKROYAL Hotel Melbourne Airport

The Best Hotels at Melbourne Airport

PARKROYAL is the best Melbourne Airport hotel, followed by Holiday Inn. Mantra is also a good value option a short drive away from Tullamarine Airport, and two new Accor hotels will soon open near Terminal 4.

British Airways and easyJet planes at London Gatwick Airport

Competing with Low-Cost Carriers: Cutting Costs vs Growing Revenue

When low-cost carriers steal their passengers, full-service legacy airlines can either try to compete or price or offer a more premium experience. Airlines don't always make the right decision.

Qantas cabin crew giving orange juice to a couple on an Airbus A220 in economy

QantasLink Airbus A220 Economy Class Review

QantasLink's brand new Airbus A220-300 is now gracing the skies on routes like Melbourne-Canberra. We review the Qantas A220 Economy Class experience.

Singapore Airlines Boeing 777-300ER First Class

Velocity Unlikely to Restore Singapore First Class Rewards

Velocity Frequent Flyer hasn't restored Singapore Airlines First Class reward seats since COVID-19. They probably won't because Singapore Airlines isn't releasing any to airline partners.

A Rex Boeing 737-800 at Melbourne Airport

Rex Adds Much-Needed Trans-Con Competition

Rex will launch direct flights from Melbourne and Adelaide to Perth from 28 June 2024, adding much needed pressure on trans-continental airfares.

Qantas and Virgin Australia 737s

A Newbie’s Guide to Australian Frequent Flyer Programs

Are you a complete newbie to the frequent flyer points game in Australia? Our beginner's guide explains everything you need to know to get started!