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.
You can now redeem Aegean Airlines Miles+Bonus miles for Emirates Economy and Business Class flights, and there's crazy good value to be found.
Qatar Airways Privilege Club is offering a 50-70% bonus when you buy Avios for a limited time. This could be a good opportunity to stock up.
Velocity Frequent Flyer now lets you "Pay with Points" for food & drink purchases on board Virgin Australia flights. But is this good value?
Departing from Sydney every afternoon, Qantas flight QF1 is the airline's flagship "kangaroo route" to London via Singapore. This guide explains everything you need to know about this Airbus A380 flight.
South African Airways has refused to provide advertised status benefits including priority check-in at its home airport to a Velocity Gold member.
Qantas Platinum and Platinum One frequent flyers can request the release of additional Classic Flight Reward seats on Qantas flights.
Qantas has not offered all-day check-in at Sydney Airport since 2020, unless you're flying with hand luggage only. If you have checked luggage, the earliest you can check in is around six hours before departure.
Buying Aegean Miles+Bonus miles during a promotion could be good value, especially when redeeming for certain types of Star Alliance award flights.
Cathay Pacific will resume flights from Adelaide to Hong Kong in November 2025, with a seasonal 3x weekly A350 service. There are currently lots of reward seats available, including in Business Class.
Qantas will open a temporary international Business Lounge at Sydney Airport in a crew briefing room, as it finally starts work on the major lounge refurbishment it first announced in 2018.
Australia's public servants booked 20% more Qantas domestic flights than the monthly average during Qantas' latest Double Status Credits promotion.
You can upgrade your Virgin Australia flight using Velocity points, by bidding for a paid upgrade or as a Velocity Platinum member.