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.
The SQ321 accident is a good reminder to always keep your seatbelt fastened when seated. But airlines also need to take the seatbelt sign more seriously, to prevent complacency.
Virgin Australia is offering a surprise status match for the first 3,000 eligible frequent flyers of Qantas and other airlines to apply by 24 May 2024.
Finnair offers great value round-the-world tickets departing from Australia in Economy, Premium Economy and Business Class.
Qantas will launch non-stop flights from Brisbane to Manila from 28 October 2024, restoring a service it last operated in 2013.
When will Velocity Frequent Flyer members be able to redeem points again to fly with Hainan Airlines, Tianjin Airlines, Hong Kong Airlines and Capital Airlines?
You can now redeem Avios for Virgin Australia reward flights on the Qatar Airways website, opening up more ways to use Avios in Australia.
Qantas has agreed to compensate a combined $20 million to 86,597 customers that the airline now admits it "misled" by selling tickets on flights it had already decided to cancel.
Until 14 May 2024, earn between 5,000 and 30,000 bonus Qantas Frequent Flyer points per eligible booking with Qantas Hotels. Offer valid for stays up to 30 June 2024.
Singapore Airlines no longer offers the Star Alliance Round-the-World Award, but you can still circle the globe on a single KrisFlyer award ticket!
Get 15-20% bonus Velocity Frequent Flyer points when you manually transfer points from your credit card or opt-in to Auto Transfer between May-June 2024.
You could fly from Perth to Johannesburg in Air Mauritius Business Class, via Mauritius, for 80,000 Aeroplan points + $138.
It had so much potential, but ultimately Australian low-cost airline Bonza has failed and entered voluntary administration. We analyse the factors that led to this moment.