Jetstar

Jetstar is a low-cost carrier that is part of the Qantas Group. You can redeem Qantas points to fly with Jetstar, as well as earning Qantas points and status credits when you purchase certain bundles with your Jetstar ticket. Below you can find our recent articles on Jetstar.

Jetstar Refunds Erroneous Change Fees

Is Jetstar the World’s Worst Airline?

It’s been an embarrassing week for Jetstar after the airline was ranked last in an international survey comparing more than 70 airlines. The abysmal ranking earned Jetstar just one star out of five in the survey conducted by Choice in conjunction with Consumers International. But is Jetstar really the worst airline in the world? The … Continued

4 May 2017 Jetstar
Qantas First Lounge, Sydney

Enjoy International Lounges on Domestic Flights

Flying internationally is often a markedly improved experience, compared to taking a domestic flight. The aircraft used on international routes are often more comfortable than planes designed for short-haul flying. The lounges in international terminals are also significantly better – especially if you happen to enjoy access to the Qantas First class lounge in Sydney or … Continued

28 Jan 2017 Jetstar

Jetstar Price Bait

Jetstar has been accused of blatantly misleading customers by advertising cheap airfares that don’t exist. After clicking on a Jetstar advertisement for $169 flights to Hawaii, one member was unable to find a single flight available at that price. In fact, the lowest airfare our member could find was double the rate initially shown. While Jetstar … Continued

11 Aug 2016 Jetstar

Jetstar Business vs Qantas in Economy

Jetstar Business Class is not exactly renowned as a top-notch premium product. But is it worth considering when the price is only a little higher than Qantas’ asking price for a seat in Economy? This is the dilemma faced by one member currently researching flights to Hawaii. Qantas Business Class is too expensive, and our … Continued

17 Nov 2015 Jetstar

Free Seat Selection on Jetstar

Like most low-cost airlines, Jetstar does not give much away for free. This includes seat selection. Choosing your seat of choice on a Jetstar flight typically costs at least $5 for a regular seat or even more for an “extra legroom” or “up-front” seat. But there is a trick to get the seat you want … Continued

18 Jul 2015 Jetstar

Jetstar awarding Qantas points on NZ domestic flights

Qantas points will now be earned domestic flights within New Zealand that are operated by low-cost subsidiary Jetstar. As of last week, Jetstar flyers on all New Zealand domestic flights will earn at least 400 Qantas points, even on the cheapest Starter fares. Unfortunately passengers on starter fares will not earn status credits, however points … Continued

29 Jun 2015 Jetstar

Cash Lost on Jetstar Booking?

Our member has noticed a dramatic price drop in tickets to Honolulu which they booked at the start of the year. The price for the four tickets flying Jetstar has dropped by $1600 in just a matter of months. Our frustrated member is Qantas Gold and is seeking our views on whether they have any … Continued

12 Mar 2015 Jetstar

Getting Help from the Airline Customer Advocate

If you’ve ever been involved in a dispute with an airline, you probably know how frustrating it can be. Airlines are often unwilling to do the right thing by the customer and as a passenger, it’s often easy just to give up. But did you know that there is an advocate that may be able … Continued

21 Feb 2015 Jetstar

Jetstar Carry-on cutbacks

As the peak Christmas travel season approaches, some travellers are in for something of a shock. For those trying to avoid those extra baggage charges by smuggling the kitchen sink on board, the time is up. Not only are the airlines taking a more serious approach to policing carry on luggage, some are even changing … Continued

4 Nov 2014 Jetstar

License to travel (not)

This week Jetstar’s ”unaccompanied minor policy” has come under fire by our members. Jetstar has a policy that children who are not yet attending secondary school are regarded as unable to travel independently. Two 14 year old girls were denied boarding as they did not have adequate proof that they were in attendance at secondary … Continued

25 Sep 2014 Jetstar

Why fly Jetstar?

It sounds like a mission statement for a team starting a new business. Why will people buy our services? But it’s not a team of business owners asking the question. It’s one of our members and the topic is Jetstar. Unless the reason is for timing, scheduling or connections, why fly Jetster? I have done … Continued

20 May 2014 Jetstar