$450 J class SYD-MEL is a cheap fare. It is usually over $700 OW and can be more. So, this is going to be very interesting. 

Across all major routes, QF are being outplayed by the likes of UA, SQ, CX to the point of being an insignificant minor player. This is far from being a ‘national carrier’. 

Did my IHG application in March. Not a word since. Still on base level. 

P.s. The VA website is really good too. 

Thanks for the article. Made me stop and think about being welded as a QF loyal customer.  We looked at flying to Perth in May in business. Same days, same times, same 737 - VA $4600 v QF $10,530. 2 PAX return.  They have got to be kidding themselves! QF is 230% more than VA for essent...