Qantas Reward Seat Changes: More Points, Higher Fees from August 2025

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Qantas is making big changes to its Frequent Flyer program starting August 5, 2025. Travelers will need more points for Classic Reward seats and upgrades, while fees on international flights will rise.

What’s Changing?

•   More Points for Reward Seats

Flights will require 5-20% more Qantas Points. Examples:
• Sydney–Melbourne (Economy): 8,000 → 9,200 points
• Sydney–London (Business): 144,600 → 166,300 points
• Sydney–Tokyo (Business): 82,000 → 98,400 points
• Higher Fees on Classic Rewards
The extra cash fee (carrier charges) for international flights will increase.
• Example: Sydney–London (Business) fees jump from $473 to $648.
• Upgrades Will Cost More
Travelers will need more points to upgrade their seats.
• Example: Sydney–Los Angeles (Economy to Business) upgrade: 98,100 → 117,700 points.
• More Reward Seats Available
Qantas is adding one million extra reward seats, including:
• 800,000 seats on Hawaiian Airlines
• New Premium Economy seats on Air France, KLM, Finnair, and Iberia
• Jetstar Reward Changes
• Short-haul flights will cost fewer points (e.g., Sydney–Gold Coast: 6,400 → 5,700 points).
• Jetstar will allow Business Class upgrades on its Boeing 787 Dreamliners from 2026.
• More Points for Paid Flights
From July 2025, Qantas passengers will earn up to 25% more points on paid domestic flights.

What Should You Do?

•   Book Before August 2025 to lock in current rates.
•   Expect Higher Costs if redeeming points for premium seats.
•   Check Partner Airlines for more options but expect high demand.

These changes mark the biggest Qantas Frequent Flyer update in years. More seats will be available, but they’ll cost more points. If you’re a Qantas flyer, plan your redemptions wisely!

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For more details on the changes, visit the Qantas Newsroom https://www.qantasnewsroom.com.au/ or their official announcements.