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- 1. Book a free flight with Jetstar, Qantas or a partner airline
- 2. Upgrade to Premium Economy, Business or First Class
- 3. Book accommodation using Qantas Hotels
- 4. Explore tours, packages & travel experiences
- 5. Book a car rental via Avis or Budget
- 6. Shop at Qantas Marketplace or Kogan.com
- 7. Order your alcohol on Qantas Wine
- 8. Go to the movies for free
- 9. Get tickets for upcoming shows
How to redeem Qantas points
Building up a sizable number of Qantas points requires some effort and consistency. So, when it comes time to redeem them you should familiarise yourself with all of your options and consider what’s most important to you.
For example, would you prefer to get a free flight in economy or pay for a ticket and get an upgrade to business class? Is it better to save your points for your next big overseas trip or redeem them regularly to reduce your monthly expenses? With more redemption options than ever before, there are plenty of ways to enjoy your Qantas points.
The main redemption categories include:
- Flight rewards
- Hotel rewards
- Holiday packages
- Car rentals
- Qantas Marketplace
- Qantas Wine
- Leisure & entertainment.
Nine easy ways to redeem Qantas points
While earning Qantas points can feel like a game, the best part is redeeming them. Regularly log into Qantas Frequent Flyer to discover new partners, offers, and ways to use your points — just have your membership number and Qantas pin handy.
1. Book a free flight with Jetstar, Qantas or a partner airline
Use (and earn) points on every Qantas or Jetstar flight and with oneworld partner airlines. You can choose between Classic Flight Rewards (requiring fewer points but offering fewer options) and Classic Plus Flight Rewards (requiring more points, but providing better availability).
For example, booking a one-way economy flight from Sydney to Tokyo may cost around 31,500 Qantas points.
The Qantas Points Calculator is the best way to see how far your Qantas rewards will take you.
2. Upgrade to Premium Economy, Business or First Class
Upgrades are popular ways to redeem Qantas points for us Australians who travel 24+ hours to many destinations.
For example, upgrading a one-way economy flight from Sydney to London could cost around 87,700 points for premium economy or 130,800 for business class.
Keep in mind that upgrades aren’t just for international flights. You can also upgrade your economy ticket on domestic routes.
3. Book accommodation using Qantas Hotels
You can use a minimum of 5,000 Qantas points to book a hotel, interstate or abroad.
For example, two nights at a hotel in Sydney could cost anywhere between 25,407 and 372,008 points.
Redeeming this way works just like booking your flight — with the option to use points, cash or a combination of both.
🤓 Nerdy Tip
You can’t pay for an Airbnb with Qantas points, but you can book one through the Qantas website. Eligible members can earn 1 point per $1 spent.
4. Explore tours, packages & travel experiences
Are you more inclined to travel in a group or prefer an organised tour? Qantas provides carefully curated holiday experiences, flight and accommodation packages, and tours. If you pay with a mix of cash and points, you’ll earn points on the money spent on bookings. Some providers offer bonus points as well.
For example, if you book the Iconic Northern Lights Rail and Sail tour before 16 October, 2024 and only use points to cover half the cost, you could still earn 16,497 points — 3 points per $1 spent — on the portion paid in cash.
Keep an eye on the Qantas website for last-minute deals and new experiences closer to home.
5. Book a car rental via Avis or Budget
Use your Qantas points to hire a car through Avis or Budget and fill up at a BP service station on your next trip.
6. Shop at Qantas Marketplace or Kogan.com
Redeem your points for your favourite — or at least most frequently used — products in the Qantas Marketplace. The online store features over 1,200 brands and thousands of items, including electronics, clothing, kitchen accessories and appliances, and more.
You can also directly shop in-store or online with a handful of partners, including Kogan.com, to save money on the things you already buy, like necessary household items. Or, you can just treat yourself and others with gifts.
7. Order your alcohol on Qantas Wine
Skip a trip to BWS or Dan Murphy’s and order your favourite tipples online at Qantas Wine. Find your favourite Australian and international alcohol brands and discover new varieties. Check out discounts on mixed cases to score a deal.
For example, you could pick up a dozen popular bottles for 36,000 points.
8. Go to the movies for free
Sign up to HOYTS Rewards and link your Qantas Frequent Flyer to use your points for free movie tickets. Book your desired movie session online to redeem Qantas points.
9. Get tickets for upcoming shows
Link your Qantas Frequent Flyer for complimentary or discounted tickets to events and concerts offered via Ticketek, Australia’s biggest ticketing website. Search for upcoming or last-minute tickets for gigs, sporting events, theatre, and comedy shows.
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