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How to Change a Qantas Flight — Fees & Rules

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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..
AirlineQantas
IATA CodeQF
TopicChanging Your Flight
Last reviewed2026-07-31

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.

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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.