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Qantas status extension for Platinum frequent flyers
Many of the airline’s most frequent flyers will need 20% fewer status credits to keep their membership and perks to 2024.
United Airlines pulls back the curtain on latest first class
The Star Alliance carrier plans to roll out the seat across 200 aircraft in the coming years.
AMEX slashes Singapore, Emirates rates, adds Qatar Airways
You’ll need more American Express Membership Rewards points to bulk up your Singapore Airlines or Emirates accounts.
Business class to New York: Qantas vs Air New Zealand
We compare the new one-stop ‘long hop’ flights from Australia to New York.
EU261 / UK261 compensation for delayed, cancelled flights
These European and British consumer rights laws can help you claim up to $1000 from airlines for flight disruptions.
Qantas is once again flying between Melbourne and Hong Kong
Flights will initially jet off thrice-weekly before ramping up to daily from October.
Korean Air’s upcycling a 777 into exclusive luxury goods
Ever wanted to own a piece of aviation history? Korean Air is giving you a chance to do just that.
What to expect from Qantas’ unique A350 Wellbeing Zone
Stand, stretch and briefly socialise in this dedicated space on the Qantas A350.
Delta ramping up to double-daily from Sydney to LAX
The US carrier is going all out on the trans-Pacific hop, lifting its schedule in time for the Christmas rush.
23-hour marathon: Qantas restarts New York flights
The New York flights rely on Auckland as a springboard for a non-stop trek to the Big Apple.
What it’s like travelling with Korean Air
From service to seats, connectivity and more, the Korean flag carrier is five stars all the way.
Qantas confirms flights from Western Sydney airport
Qantas and Jetstar will be the first airlines to fly from the new 24-hour airport when it opens in late 2026.
Qantas gets ready to replace its A330s
The ageing jets are on the way out, with Airbus and Boeing vying to supply a new mid-size jet for the Flying Kangaroo.
Qantas early check-in at Singapore’s Changi Airport
How early can you check in for your Qantas flight from Singapore?
Air Canada plans ‘Book The Cook’ meals in business class
More choice is on the menu for Air Canada’s international business class passengers.
Airbus’ new Airspace concept is a thing of high-tech beauty
From touchscreen windows to 3D printed interiors, this is a glimpse of how travel could look in the near future.
Singapore Airlines unlocks free WiFi from nose to tail
KrisFlyer members can soon scroll to their heart’s content as unlimited Internet takes off on almost every flight.
Here’s why Air New Zealand has started weighing passengers
For the next five weeks, international flyers heading out from Auckland will be jumping on the scales.
