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.
Privilege Club members now receive their Avios points after checking in for Qatar Airways flights - and up to two hours before departure!
As awful as it may be at the time, taking an overnight flight in Economy can be a good way to reset your expectations and remind yourself of how lucky you are to be able to fly up the front at other times.
Emirates will return to the Melbourne-Singapore route and add additional daily flights to Sydney and Brisbane in early 2023.
Qatar Airways passengers flying from Doha to Adelaide on QR988 are not allowed to leave Melbourne Airport during the overnight transit.
Virgin Australia Business Class can still be good value, but the days of dirt cheap airfares on domestic flights appear to be over.
For a limited time until 22 January 2023, you can redeem Qantas Frequent Flyer points for domestic Economy Class flights at a 30% discount.
Air Canada Aeroplan members can now redeem their points online for reward flights on Emirates, without fuel or carrier surcharges!
Virgin Australia will launch its long-awaited flights to Tokyo from Cairns, with daily Boeing 737-8 MAX services from 28 June 2023.
Many Velocity Frequent Flyer members had their family pooling plans cancelled due to an IT glitch, with action required to reinstate them.
KrisFlyer miles due to expire between January and June 2023 will now be extended for a further, final six months.
Your fare class is important as it determines the price and flexibility of your ticket, upgrade eligibility and the number of points earned.
A major airline is facing such extreme airport lounge overcrowding that it's eliminating access for its frequent flyers in international Economy Class.