Qantas Is Setting Aside Whole Planes for Points Bookings in 2027

Qantas has announced a year of "Points Planes" for 2027, according to 2PAXfly. On these flights, every seat is bookable at fixed Classic Reward rates, including Business and First where those cabins are offered. The outlet says dozens of flights are planned, with Paris, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Hong Kong and Vancouver named among the destinations.

The first release, available from November 6, covers 10 return services, or 20 one-way flights. It includes Tokyo in January for ski season, Paris around Valentine’s Day, and Hobart during school holidays.

The article prints sample one-way rates. Sydney to Paris via Singapore is 63,500 points in Economy or 166,300 in Business. Sydney or Melbourne to Tokyo is 36,200 in Economy or 98,400 in Business. Melbourne to Hobart is 9,200 in Economy or 19,300 in Business. Taxes, fees and carrier charges are extra.

There is a caveat. Availability is limited to selected flights and dates, not a general increase in premium Classic Reward seats. No total seat count is given. The outlet notes that premium seats on the first Points Plane, in 2019, sold out within minutes, so members who want one should be ready when seats are released.

Sources: 2PAXfly, Qantas