Qantas has today announced a major expansion of their Qantas Frequent Flyer program in New Zealand, allowing Kiwis to earn more Qantas Points from everyday purchases on the ground.
On Friday (November 15, 2024), Qantas announced a major expansion of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program in New Zealand, allowing Kiwis to earn more Qantas Points from everyday purchases on the ground. New Zealand members of other airline loyalty programs are also invited to fast track their status with Qantas, and for those yet to join Qantas Frequent Flyer, the join fee will be waived for New Zealand residents. Starting December 2, 2024, Qantas Frequent Flyers will be able to convert their ‘Everyday Rewards’ points into Qantas Points. Everyday Rewards points can be earned by making everyday purchases at Woolworths supermarkets, bp petrol stations, Petstock stores and other retailers across New Zealand. Additionally, Kiwis will earn 50 percent more Qantas Points when converting with Everyday Rewards.
In Friday’s announcement, Qantas Loyalty’s CEO, Andrew Glance, said,
“With New Zealand home to the most members outside of Australia, it’s important that we continue to grow the program and expand the ways that members can earn points and redeem them on great travel experiences. The new partnership with Everyday Rewards will deliver more benefits outside of flying. Now, an everyday activity like grocery shopping or filling up the car will help Kiwis get closer to their dream holiday.”
New Zealand residents who are top tier members of other airline loyalty programs can also switch to Qantas Frequent Flyer and fast track their status to Gold in the new year. Customers who hold gold or higher equivalent status with other airlines can fast track to Qantas Gold by earning 100 Status Credits in 90 days on flights with Qantas, Jetstar and partner airlines. Usually, Gold Status is obtained by earning 700 Status Credits in a membership year. Additionally, participating members will enjoy complimentary access the carrier’s network of Qantas Club Lounges and extra checked baggage during the 90 day fast track offer.
Further commenting on the status fast track opportunity, Qantas Loyalty’s CEO, Andrew Glance, added,
“It’s not every day that frequent flyers have the opportunity to fast track their status to Qantas Gold, so this is a great opportunity for travellers. Many made the switch back in 2020 and we know there are more Kiwis travelling with Qantas and Jetstar who want to unlock great benefits like priority check-in and boarding, extra baggage allowance and of course access to hundreds of lounges across the Qantas and oneworld network.”
Registrations for Gold Status Fast Track will close on January 14, 2025, with the 90-day travel period starting on January 15, 2025. For more information, please click here. Some examples of how eligible members could earn 100 Status Credits include booking a return trip from Auckland to New York with Qantas, two return trips from Christchurch to Sydney with Qantas, or five return trips from Dunedin to Auckland with Jetstar domestically.
Later this month, Qantas Frequent Flyer will remove the NZ $60 join fee on their website, which will make the program more accessible to Kiwis. Qantas Frequent Flyers can earn points on all Qantas flights, Jetstar New Zealand domestic flights and select Jetstar international flights. Additionally, points can be earned and redeemed with over 45 partner airlines, including Emirates, Cathay Pacific and American Airlines. New Zealand residents can join the program for free by clicking here.
Source: Qantas