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QFF SC earn on CX "Light" Fare - **Complex**
Feb 21, 2024, 01:14 PMThank you quantumreality for the exceptionally helpful answer, that link you provided is absolutely perfect. I will keep that in my back pocket for future flights, as I travel with AA and AS often and have never really been able to get my head around their fare buckets as they relate to QFF. Real...
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QFF SC earn on CX "Light" Fare - **Complex**
Feb 19, 2024, 09:59 PMHi ET folks, complex question:The Qantas QFF calculator appears incapable of computing the SC earn on CX for any economy fare below "flexible economy". It simply will not display an "economy" or "discount economy" output.I am considering flying MEL-HKG-NRT return on CX economy, paid "Light" fare ...
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Why is Qantas Shopping so slack crediting points?
May 09, 2022, 03:09 PMI use the Qantas Shopping browser extension, which purportedly helps members earn points when they make purchases online through their partner retailers. I used it for two years during the pandemic, and regularly made purchases through Apple, Country Road, David Jones, BWS, etc. On each occasion ...
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Do Jetstar bundles still attract QF status credits?
May 09, 2022, 02:15 PMDo Jetstar "Starter Plus" bundles still attract QF status credits?The terms and conditions for "Starter Fare with Plus Bundle" read as follows:"Starter Fare with Plus Bundle passengers are eligible to earn Qantas Points and Status Credits, subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer Terms and Conditions...
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QFF Points Redemption Calculator/Table for Pre-COVID International Routes
Aug 25, 2021, 11:12 AMAs per title.I would like to view points required for Classic Flight Rewards on typical (pre-pandemic) Qantas international routes.The QFF "Use Points" calculator, currently running on the Qantas website, shows only redemption options for flights as they operate today, during the pandemic. (For e...
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Can banks rescind QFF points already issued to your Qantas account?
Jan 20, 2021, 11:04 AMThis is a hypothetical question, resulting from a chat I was having with a fellow traveller.While Qantas themselves can obviously adjust your points balance, we pondered if banks (and other third-party points providers) had the ability to request or insist that Qantas revoke / claw back QFF point...
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Which spa treatment at the Qantas first class lounge?
Oct 31, 2018, 03:52 PMThe harsh cabin environment on longhaul flights makes your skin very dry, so you might opt for a facial massage. They'll use a range of products that moisturise and protect skin from the surprisingly brutal effects of recycled air conditioning. Unlike a neck or back massage, a facial treatment is...
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Entire economy cabin on domestic narrow-body was allocated with an empty seat...
Oct 30, 2018, 10:22 PMThe title really says it all. I’m currently sitting in steerage on QF637 (BNE-MEL), and witnessing a curious thing I’ve not seen before.We are on a B737 (great wifi) with about a two-thirds full load. For almost the entirety of the plane, pax have been allocated with an empty middle s...
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Qantas' miserly approach to upgrades
Sep 25, 2018, 11:36 AMI agree that a seat-only upgrade would be a really nice move from Qantas, however I think this perk should be:(A) unadvertised(B) reserved for Platinum and above(C) limited to elevation from one class tier only to the next, e.g. economy to premium economy, or PE to Business(D) all upgrading cappe...
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Contact Qantas Check in counter at LAX
Jul 04, 2018, 02:10 PMHi there,This question is raised frequently; please see the following link:https://www.ausbt.com.au/community/view/42/6990/early-bag-check-at-laxRelevant excerpt:TSA restrictions mean luggage can only be checked-in 4 hours before you travel. Additionally, the check-in counters at TBIT are close...
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Qantas lounge dress code at international lounges?
Jun 12, 2018, 12:33 PMInternational does not adopt similar guidelines; they have a far more relaxed approach to guest attire. I suspect this is largely to conform with oneworld partner policies. The international lounges have a greater volume of partner elites that wouldn't know the dress codes / have different cultur...
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Aircraft Tugs
Jun 05, 2018, 11:25 AMThe decision to engage tugs is a matter of airport safety and liability, not fuel economics. You'll see tugs more often at busy, dense airports that don't have the luxury of space.For planes to maneuver on the ground they must engage thrust in their engines, which in turn causes turbulent air (je...
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Lounge Access - Melbourne
Jun 04, 2018, 10:35 AMQantas MEL int'l business lounge is your best bet for catering, but is otherwise a VERY grim affair. If you find it to be too busy, definitely head to AMEX for some peace and quiet.
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Lounge Situation at SFO with QF
Jun 04, 2018, 09:51 AMOriginally Posted by JA With the new QF flight to Melbourne starting later this year, has there been any update about the lounge situation for Qantas Business passengers travelling from San Francisco, or is everyone still directed to the Air France lounge? Qantas Business pax are also entitled t...
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Hong Kong transit - which Cathay Pacific lounge to visit?
May 29, 2018, 03:43 PMAbsolutely agree that Pier First Class is the go to, they offer an incredible menu, drinks, nap suites, beautiful shower suites, and massage.BUT...If you've never had an actual bath at an airport, I recommend going to the Wing First Class and asking for a cabana suite. It's an experience not to b...