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Japan Airlines will upgrade its Sydney-Tokyo flights to a Boeing 777-300ER from June 2024, bringing with it the reintroduction of First Class to Sydney. You can even book a seat using Qantas points!
It's in everyone's interests that sick passengers defer their travel, but airlines will only waive change fees on a case-by-case basis.
It would be good if Points Club Plus members had the choice between either a Qantas Club membership or four transferrable lounge invitations.
QantasLink has taken delivery of its first of three Airbus A319 jets, which will be based in Perth and fly to destinations within WA.
There are five Virgin Australia Velocity Platinum status benefits that I particularly value, including complimentary Economy X seat selection.
When redeeming Qantas points for Classic Rewards on domestic Japan Airlines flights, there are no taxes or carrier charges payable whatsoever.
Regional Express has launched its long-awaited loyalty program Rex Flyer, with members now able to earn and redeem points for flights.
These are the best value ways for Australians to spend 20,000 Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles, ensuring they don't expire.
The American Airlines Instant Status Pass is your shortcut to Oneworld status! Get elite AAdvantage status for four months, and extend it by completing a challenge.
If you already have status with another airline, you may be able to request a KrisFlyer Elite Gold status match from Singapore Airlines.
Rex is no longer offering lounge access to passengers who successfully upgrade from Economy to Business Class using BidUp.
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.