AustraliaoneworldQantas Frequent FlyerInternational Airlines Serving the US
Qantas Overview & Policy Summary
Qantas connects Los Angeles, San Francisco, Dallas and New York to Australia, including the Dallas–Sydney route which is among the longest in the world. It is a oneworld partner of American Airlines, so AAdvantage miles earn and redeem across the network — and AAdvantage is generally the cheaper way for US travellers to book Qantas premium cabins.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Carry-on: One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg in Business and First.
- First checked bag: US routes allow two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy.
- Changes: Sale fares are restricted; Flex changes free plus fare difference..
- Check-in: 24 hours before departure..
Qantas help topics
Detailed answers on the ten things travellers ask most after booking.
Qantas at a glance
Baggage
One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg in Business and First. Qantas enforces cabin bag weight more actively than US carriers.
Full baggage rulesQantas Frequent Flyer
Points expire after 18 months of inactivity; any earning activity resets it.
Loyalty programme guideQantas fare types
| Fare | Includes | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|
| Economy Sale | Two checked pieces on US routes. | Restricted changes and no refund. |
| Economy Flex | Free changes and refundability. | Priced well above Sale. |
| Business Suite | A fully flat seat with direct aisle access, two checked pieces and lounge access. | A380 First is a separate and much smaller cabin available on limited routes. |
Hubs
- Sydney (SYD)
- Melbourne (MEL)
- Brisbane (BNE)
- Perth (PER)
Airbus A380 and A330 and Boeing 787 widebodies. Qantas is the world's third-oldest airline still operating.
Popular routes
- Los Angeles (LAX) → Sydney (SYD)
- Dallas (DFW) → Sydney (SYD)
- San Francisco (SFO) → Sydney (SYD)
- New York (JFK) → Sydney (SYD) via LAX
Qantas frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest way to book Qantas business class with miles?
Usually American AAdvantage rather than Qantas Frequent Flyer. Qantas adds meaningful carrier charges to its own award tickets, while AAdvantage partner pricing on the same Qantas seat is frequently lower. Compare both.
How strict is Australian biosecurity?
Very. All food, plant material, wooden items and animal products must be declared on arrival, and undeclared items attract substantial on-the-spot fines. When in doubt, declare — declaring costs nothing.
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