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.

Plane taking off from Haneda Airport Tokyo

The Qantas Classic Rewards With No Taxes or Charges

When redeeming Qantas points for Classic Rewards on domestic Japan Airlines flights, there are no taxes or carrier charges payable whatsoever.
21 December, 2023

Best Uses of 20,000 Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Miles

These are the best value ways for Australians to spend 20,000 Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles, ensuring they don't expire.
19 December, 2023

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 19, 2020: Banner of Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) flagship headquarters office in Brisbane Central Business District on Queen Street. There are people standing on the street.

Changes to CommBank Card Travel Insurance Activation

CommBank is making it harder for customers to access the complimentary travel insurance that comes with its credit cards by adding an additional activation requirement.
18 December, 2023

Singapore Airlines Business Class on the Airbus A350 regional configuration

Singapore Airlines A350 Business Class Review

We review the excellent Singapore Airlines Airbus A350-900 regional Business Class experience on SQ278 from Adelaide to Singapore.
15 December, 2023

The Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Gold Lounge at T3 of Changi Airport

How to Get a Singapore Airlines Status Match

If you already have status with another airline, you may be able to request a KrisFlyer Elite Gold status match from Singapore Airlines.
15 December, 2023

Entrance to the Rex Lounge in Melbourne Terminal 4

Rex Removes Lounge Access on Upgrades

Rex is no longer offering lounge access to passengers who successfully upgrade from Economy to Business Class using BidUp.
13 December, 2023

Less than Half of Qantas Points Are Earned from Flying

Of the 175 billion Qantas points earned by Qantas Frequent Flyer members in the last financial year, more than half were from non-flying activities.
11 December, 2023

Virgin Australia's new 737 design lacks a cabin divider between business and economy class

Virgin’s Refurbished Boeing 737 Has An Extra Row of Seats

The first of Virgin Australia's refurbished Boeing 737-800s has entered service, sporting an extra row of Economy Class seats.
8 December, 2023

No boarding announcements sign in a silent airport lounge

Pros & Cons of Silent Airport Lounges & Terminals

Many airports and airport lounges no longer make any announcements. Is the silent airport trend a good one, or does it come with downsides?
7 December, 2023