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Do Qantas Frequent Flyer Points Expire? Policy & Rules
Everything you need to know about Qantas Frequent Flyer point expiration timelines, qualifying activity rules, 4-year hard caps, cancellation windows, and fee schedules.
Qantas Frequent Flyer Expiration & Cancellation Summary
Expiration Policy
Qantas points expire if there is no activity (earn or use) for 18 consecutive months
Cancellation Window
6,000 points per person per direction, 24+ hours before departure.
Change & Refund Fees
5,000 points
5 Ways to Prevent Qantas Frequent Flyer Points from Expiring
- Swipe a Co-Branded Card: Any purchase on an affiliated credit card generates points activity that resets your clock.
- Transfer Points: Transfer 1,000 points from a flexible credit card partner to trigger fresh account activity.
- Shop or Dine with Partners: Make a small purchase through the loyalty program's shopping or dining portal.
- Complete a Paid Stay or Flight: Even a 1-night inexpensive stay will generate qualifying activity.
- Redeem a Small Reward: Redeeming a fraction of points for a gift card or minor award also counts as activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Qantas Frequent Flyer redemption value, transfer rules, and policies:
Do Qantas Frequent Flyer points expire?
Qantas points expire if there is no activity (earn or use) for 18 consecutive months
What counts as qualifying activity to keep Qantas Frequent Flyer points active?
Qualifying activities include earning points via co-branded credit card spend, completing an eligible stay/flight, transferring points from a partner, using a dining/shopping portal, or purchasing points.
What is the cancellation policy on Qantas Frequent Flyer award bookings?
6,000 points per person per direction, 24+ hours before departure.
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