Qantas Frequent Flyer has 17 million members, and the last time it increased the number of points required for a reward seat was in 2019.

Virgin Australia began its long-touted flights partnership with Qatar Airways on Thursday, a move expected to expand choice for Australian consumers while stepping up competition with Qantas.

Qantas tops 2025 world's safest airlines ranking according to safety, environment, and product-focused airline ranking platform 42kft.com.

The airline says it will increase the number of seats to North America significantly and expects its new premium cabins to draw customers from its major rival.

This is the first international flight of the Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia partnership, with the federal government and ACCC giving the green light to Qatar buying 25 per cent of Virgin Australia in February.

Arguably one of the most influential figures in our sector’s history, Joyce held the top job at Qantas for 15 years, and was previously in the same position at Jetstar.

Australian airline Qantas announced Wednesday it will shut down its loss-making budget carrier Jetstar Asia on July 31, citing rising operational costs, higher Changi Airport fees, and intense regional competition.

Luxury travellers rejoice, Qantas has announced a sweeping sale on premium cabin fares across its international network.