Airlines, miles, and points is the most popular topic at Australian Frequent Flyer. In this category, we provide expert tips, insider tricks, and facilitate discussions about Qantas, Virgin Australia, non-Australian airlines, and global airline alliances. From earning and redeeming frequent flyer points to maximising elite status benefits, we aim to help you get the most out of your travel. We also cover every step of the journey – from planning and booking flights to experiencing the flight itself, and finally, arriving at your destination. Whether you're a seasoned traveller or just starting to explore the world of frequent flyer programs, you'll find valuable advice to elevate your travel experience. See below for articles on airlines, miles and points.
An alarmingly high number of Velocity Frequent Flyer members have had their accounts hacked and points stolen in recent months.
Airlines may lock frequent flyer accounts when they suspect fraudulent activity. This is what happens next, and what you need to do if you can't access your account.
Last Friday morning, Qantas sold First Class tickets to Los Angeles for just $4,299 return. The airline isn’t exactly honouring them… but there is a silver lining.
Red Planet panel members can earn Qantas Frequent Flyer points by completing surveys. Here's how it works.
Scammers have bought Qantas' US phone number in Australia. If you call the US phone number but you're in Australia, you'll probably get scammed.
Access to the excellent Etihad Airways First Class Lounge in Abu Dhabi, with its brilliant service, would have to be one of the top perks of Virgin Australia Platinum status.
In recent months, Qantas has been actively upgrading Platinum and Platinum One frequent flyers into empty Business and First Class seats.
It's inevitable that airline loyalty programs increase award costs from time to time, but to do so without giving advance notice is poor form.
Qatar Airways has become the first airline to serve caviar in Business Class, adding the delicacy to its menu from Sydney and Melbourne.
AFF Editor Matt Graham explains why he originally started collecting frequent flyer points as a teenager - and got completely hooked.
Virgin Australia has ordered eight brand new Embraer E190-E2 jets to be based in Perth. They'll start arriving in October 2025.
We take a close look at the Business Class seats found on Cathay Pacific's Airbus A350s, A330s, A321neos and Boeing 777s.