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How to Change a Qantas Flight — Fees & Rules
How to Change a Qantas Flight — Fees & Rules — Summary
Change a Qantas booking: change fees, fare difference rules, same-day change and standby, the 24-hour rule, and what happens if you no-show.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Change fees: Sale fares are restricted; Flex changes free plus fare difference..
- Same-day changes and standby: Subject to inventory, and constrained by once-daily route frequency..
- The 24-hour rule: DOT 24-hour rule applies to tickets sold in the US..
- If you miss the flight: No-show forfeits restricted fare value..
Change fees
Sale fares are restricted; Flex changes free plus fare difference.
Same-day changes and standby
Subject to inventory, and constrained by once-daily route frequency.
The 24-hour rule
DOT 24-hour rule applies to tickets sold in the US.
If you miss the flight
No-show forfeits restricted fare value.
Which fare you bought matters
Economy Sale — Restricted changes and no refund. Economy Flex — Priced well above Sale. Business Suite — A380 First is a separate and much smaller cabin available on limited routes.
Fastest way to make the change
qantas.com and the Qantas app handle changes, seats and bags.
Qantas changing your flight — common questions
Does Qantas charge a change fee?
Sale fares are restricted; Flex changes free plus fare difference.
Can I cancel a Qantas flight within 24 hours?
DOT 24-hour rule applies to tickets sold in the US.
What happens if I miss my Qantas flight?
No-show forfeits restricted fare value.
More Qantas help
Booking Qantas? Talk to a US travel consultant.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.