Flying with Qantas (QF) as a British Airways Executive Club member offers a fantastic opportunity to earn both Avios and Tier Points. This guide will help you understand exactly how many Avios and Tier Points you can collect, whether you are looking to buy a ticket or already have one.
Earning Avios on Qantas Flights
The amount of Avios you earn depends on the cabin class of your ticket and your fare type. Here’s how it breaks down:
Avios Earned as a Percentage of Miles Flown
- Economy Lowest (M, K, L, N, G, Q, S, V, O): 25% of miles flown
- Economy Flexible (Y, B, H): 100% of miles flown
- Premium Economy (W, T, R): 100% of miles flown
- Business (J, C, D, I): 125% of miles flown
- First (F, A): 150% of miles flown
Note: Unlike some other airlines, there is no minimum Avios you can earn on a Qantas flight.
Example Calculation
If you fly 3,000 miles in first class (F, A), you will earn:
3,000 miles * 150% = 4,500 Avios
If you fly 3,000 miles in the lowest economy class (M, K, L, N, G, Q, S, V, O), you will earn:
3,000 miles * 25% = 750 Avios
To find out the distance of your flight, you can use the Great Circle Mapper tool. This tool allows you to enter your departure and destination airports to calculate the flight distance.
Collecting Tier Points on Qantas Flights
The number of Tier Points you earn varies based on the fare class. For an exact calculation, you can use the British Airways Flight Calculator.
Tier Points Earned by Cabin Class
- Economy (Discounted): Typically fewer Tier Points, varies by fare
- Economy (Flexible): Standard allocation
- Premium Economy: Higher allocation than economy
- Business: Higher allocation reflecting the premium cabin
- First: Highest allocation
The British Airways 2,000-Mile Rule
British Airways has a 2,000-mile rule where flights under 2,000 miles earn different Tier Points compared to those over 2,000 miles, with a few exceptions. For instance, short-haul flights typically earn fewer Tier Points than long-haul flights, even in the same cabin class.
Important Note on Avios Tier Bonuses
When flying with Qantas, you will not receive an Avios tier bonus based on your British Airways Executive Club status. This means that Bronze, Silver, and Gold members will not receive anything extra on top of the mileage percentages quoted above. It’s a key detail to consider when planning your travels and maximizing your Avios collection.
Eligible Flights for Avios and Tier Points
Executive Club Members can collect Avios on:
- Flights marketed and operated by Qantas or Qantas Airlines affiliates under the QF designated code.
- Flights marketed by Qantas but operated by Jetstar booked as oneworld fare in L class only.
- Flights marketed by Qantas or Qantas Airlines affiliates and operated by Qantas, a Qantas affiliate, British Airways, or another oneworld carrier.
Summary
Whether you’re planning to buy a ticket or already have one, understanding the Avios and Tier Points you can earn on Qantas flights helps you make informed decisions. Check your ticket class and use the British Airways Flight Calculator to determine the exact earnings. Happy flying!
