# Australia

42 signals tagged Australia (region).

## Accor and KrisFlyer add 50% two-way conversion bonus to Sept 30

Sep 13 · 2 sources · Accor Live Limitless, Singapore Airlines, Accor, ALL Accor, KrisFlyer, NAB Rewards, NAB Rewards Business Signature Card, NAB Rewards Platinum Card, NAB Rewards Signature Card, NAB

Conversions between ALL Reward points and Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer miles carry a 50% bonus through 30 September 2026.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/all-accor-and-singapore-airlines-offer-50-conversion-bonus-through-september-30)

## EgyptAir plans Cairo to Sydney via Singapore in early 2027

Sep 10 · 2 sources · EgyptAir, Star Alliance, Australia, Egypt, Singapore, route network, airline, loyalty program, new route

EgyptAir has announced its first Australia service from Cairo to Sydney via Singapore covering 9,044 miles in early 2027 on a new Airbus A350.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/egyptair-to-launch-cairosydney-flights-via-singapore-in-early-2027)

## KrisFlyer takes 15% off Saver awards through 20 September

Sep 9 · 1 source · Singapore Airlines, Scoot, KrisFlyer, Australia, Singapore, promotion, airline, loyalty program, promo

Anyone with KrisFlyer miles can book Singapore to Los Angeles economy Saver awards for 37,400 miles one way through 20 September 2026.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/krisflyer-global-redemption-sale-15-off-economy-and-premium-economy-awards)

## ALL Accor+ Explorer raises fees by up to 14% on 1 October 2026

Sep 4 · 1 source · Accor Live Limitless, Accor, ALL Accor, ALL Accor+ Explorer, Australia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Philippines

Members who keep auto-renewal on by 30 September 2026 retain the current ALL Accor+ Explorer rate for one more year as fees rise worldwide on 1 October 2026.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/all-accor-explorer-raises-membership-fees-worldwide-effective-october-1-2026)

## GHA Discovery extends double D$ at new Minor hotels to 30 Nov 2026

Sep 1 · 1 source · Anantara, Avani, Colbert Collection, GHA Discovery, Minor Hotels, Oaks, Tivoli, Australia, Croatia, Germany

Registered GHA Discovery members earn double DISCOVERY Dollars at new Minor hotels booked and completed from 1 September through 30 November 2026.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/gha-discovery-doubles-discovery-dollars-for-stays-at-new-minor-hotels-through-no)

## Qantas will begin retiring A380s in 2028, four years early

Aug 31 · 3 sources · Qantas, Malaysia Airlines, THAI, Qantas Frequent Flyer, Australia, US, Western Australia, airline, loyalty program, credit card

Qantas will replace its 485-seat A380s with 238-seat A350-1000s, dropping economy seats by about 60 percent.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/qantas-accelerates-a380-retirement-to-2028-citing-maintenance-costs-and-a350-del)

## Qantas doubles points or status credits on bookings to 2 September

Aug 26 · 1 source · Qantas, Airlink, Alliance Airlines, Eastern Australia Airlines, Finnair, National Jet, Sunstate Airlines, Australia, promotion, airline

Qantas Frequent Flyer members who register can earn double points or double status credits on eligible flights booked from 26 August to 2 September 2026.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/qantas-double-status-credits-or-points-offer-book-by-sep-2-for-travel-through-au)

## Accor adds a $30 dining voucher on Explorer signups to Sep 7

Aug 17 · 1 source · Accor Live Limitless, Accor, ALL Accor+, ALL Accor+ Explorer, Australia, Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia

Accor Live Limitless is attaching a $30 dining voucher to Accor+ Explorer memberships purchased and activated from August 17 through September 7, 2026.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/all-accor-explorer-f-b-certificate-promotion-august-17-september-7-2026)

## United Premier Gold perks mixed on Virgin Australia in Melbourne

Aug 17 · 1 source · United Airlines, Virgin Australia, MileagePlus, United Premier Gold, Australia, airline, loyalty program

Lounge access and an extra bag mostly worked for United Premier Gold on a Virgin Australia flight from Melbourne, but priority check-in and boarding failed.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/united-premier-gold-elite-benefits-on-virgin-australia-domestic-flights)

## HSBC shuts Australia Star Alliance card on 18 November 2026

Aug 15 · 1 source · Star Alliance, HSBC Star Alliance Credit Card, Star Alliance Rewards, HSBC, Australia, loyalty program, policy change, airline, credit card, program change

Australian holders of the HSBC Star Alliance Credit Card can earn points on eligible spend through 17 November 2026 before the card closes the next day.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/hsbc-star-alliance-credit-card-closes-on-november-18-2026)

## Accor doubles Reward points on 10 Sofitel family stays to Dec 31

Aug 12 · 1 source · Accor Live Limitless, Sofitel, ALL - Accor Live Limitless, Australia, Brazil, France, Germany, promotion, hotel, loyalty program

Accor Live Limitless members who register earn double Reward points on up to 10 Sofitel Family Rate stays from 2 March 2026 through 31 December 2026.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/all-accor-sofitel-family-offer-with-double-points-through-december-31-2026)

## Targeted: Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles match from $129

Aug 10 · 1 source · SkyTeam, Vietnam Airlines, Lotusmiles, Australia, China, India, Japan, promotion, airline, loyalty program

Members of 50 frequent flyer programs can buy a Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles match from $129 on Statusmatch.com.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/vietnam-airlines-status-match-to-lotusmiles-elite-tiers)

## Qatar Airways still hands out pajamas on long-haul business flights

Aug 6 · 1 source · Qatar Airways, American Airlines, United Airlines, Qantas, Virgin Atlantic, Emirates, EVA Air, Gulf Air, Oman Air, Africa

Qatar Airways usually provides pajamas on long haul and overnight medium haul flights while United Polaris limits them to flights over 14 hours on request.

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/which-airlines-offer-pajamas-in-business-class)

## Oman Offers Free 14-Day Visa to Nationals of Over 100 Countries

Aug 4 · 1 source · Oman Air, Oneworld, Australia, Canada, GCC, Japan, Oman, Schengen Area, UK, US

Oman is introducing a free 14-day visa for nationals of more than 100 countries to boost tourism. Eligible travelers need a confirmed hotel, insurance, and sufficient funds

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/oman-offers-free-14-day-visa-to-nationals-of-over-100-countries)

## Turkish Airlines 20% Off International Return Flights September 1 – November 30, 2026

Jul 27 · 1 source · AJet, Turkish Airlines, Australia, Baku, Bukhara, China, Colombo, Indonesia, Iraq, Japan

Turkish Airlines is offering 20% off economy return fares for travel between September 1 and November 30, 2026. Passengers must use promo code TIME2FLY when booking between July 27 and August 3

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/turkish-airlines-20-off-international-return-flights-september-1-november-30-202)

## Qatar Airways Offers Up to 12,000 Bonus Avios on Doha–Australia Flights

Jul 22 · 1 source · British Airways, Qatar Airways, Avios, Qatar Privilege Club, Australia, Doha, Middle East, promotion, airline, loyalty program

Qatar Airways is offering up to 12,000 bonus Avios for flights between Doha and Australia. Book by July 29, 2026, for travel until March 31, 2027

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/qatar-airways-offers-up-to-12-000-bonus-avios-on-dohaaustralia-flights)

## Amex and ALL Accor Expand Partnership to 12 Countries with Status Match and Points Transfer

Jul 22 · 1 source · ALL Accor, Accor, Accor Live Limitless, American Express Membership Rewards, Amex Platinum, American Express, Australia, Austria, Canada, France

American Express and ALL Accor announced a global partnership rolling out in 2026 across 12 countries, offering Amex Platinum members ALL Accor Gold status and a new Membership Rewards points transfer option

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/amex-and-all-accor-expand-partnership-to-12-countries-with-status-match-and-poin)

## Delta Unadvertised Award Sale: Australia Roundtrip From 25,000 Miles

Jul 18 · 1 source · Delta, Delta Air Lines, SkyMiles, Chase, Australia, promotion, airline, loyalty program, credit card, promo

Delta is offering an unadvertised award sale for roundtrip flights to Australia starting at 25,000 SkyMiles, discovered by Thrifty Traveler Premium

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/delta-unadvertised-award-sale-australia-roundtrip-from-25-000-miles)

## TSA and CBP Launch Two New Pilot Programs to Speed Up International Connections

Jul 16 · 1 source · American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, CBP, International Remote Baggage Screening, One Stop Security, TSA, Australia

TSA and CBP have launched 'One Stop Security' (skipping security re-check) with UK partners and 'International Remote Baggage Screening' (direct bag transfer) with Australia and South Korea partners on select airline routes

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/tsa-and-cbp-launch-two-new-pilot-programs-to-speed-up-international-connections)

## ALL Accor+ Explorer Refer-a-Friend Promotion: July 6 – August 28, 2026

Jul 7 · 1 source · Accor, Accor Live Limitless, ALL Accor+ Explorer, Australia, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines

Accor is running a refer-a-friend promotion for ALL Accor+ Explorer memberships through August 28, 2026. Both referrer and referee receive a local F&B voucher, with values varying by country (e.g., AUD 50 in Australia, SGD 40 in Singapore)

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/all-accor-explorer-refer-a-friend-promotion-july-6-august-28-2026)

## Thai Airways CEO Vows Stricter Crew & Passenger Screening After Drug Smuggling Scandal

Jun 30 · 1 source · Thai Airways, Australia, policy change, airline, devaluation, safety & operations, service policy change

Thai Airways is reviewing crew regulations and tightening security controls after a flight attendant was arrested for smuggling heroin in Melbourne, potentially leading to stricter screening for crew and passengers

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/thai-airways-ceo-vows-stricter-crew-passenger-screening-after-drug-smuggling-sca)

## Thai Airways Flight Attendant Arrested for Smuggling 1kg Heroin into Australia

Jun 29 · 2 sources · Thai Airways, Australia, Bangkok, Melbourne, other, airline, safety & operations, other relevant news

A Thai Airways flight attendant was arrested by Australian Border Force after 1kg of heroin was found in the lining of her 12 tote bags at Melbourne Airport

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/thai-airways-flight-attendant-arrested-for-smuggling-1kg-heroin-into-australia)

## Accor ALL Adds Revolut & RewardPay Partners, Updates BRB & Rakuten Ratios

Jun 21 · 1 source · ALL Accor, Accor, Accor Live Limitless, Bank of Brasilia, Rakuten, RevPoints, RewardPay, Revolut, Australia, New Zealand

Accor ALL introduces Revolut and RewardPay as new conversion partners. Existing ratios for Bank of Brasilia (4,000 BRB to 1,000 ALL) and Rakuten (2,000 Reward to 2,500 Rakuten) have improved

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/accor-all-adds-revolut-rewardpay-partners-updates-brb-rakuten-ratios)

## Qantas Launches Nonstop Sydney to London A350 Flights in October 2027

Jun 17 · 2 sources · Qantas, Australia, London, New York, Sydney, UK, route network, airline, new route

Qantas will launch nonstop Sydney-London flights in October 2027 using A350-1000ULR aircraft, cutting travel time by four hours compared to one-stop services

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/qantas-to-launch-sydney-london-nonstop-in-oct-2027-followed-by-new-york)

## Philippine Airlines to Join oneworld Alliance, Effective 2027

Jun 8 · 5 sources · Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, EVA Air, Fiji Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, JAL, Japan Airlines

Philippine Airlines accepted an invitation to join the oneworld alliance, becoming its 16th member. Full integration is expected in 2027, allowing Mabuhay Miles members to earn/redeem across the alliance and access oneworld Priority lounges

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/philippine-airlines-invited-to-join-oneworld-alliance)

## Accor+ 'Red Hot Rooms' June 2026: 40-50% Off Select Properties in APAC and UAE

Jun 5 · 1 source · ALL Accor+, Accor, Accor Live Limitless, Red Hot Rooms, Asia, Asia-Pacific, Australia, Cambodia, China, Hong Kong

Accor+ subscribers can access 40-50% discounts on 'Red Hot Rooms' across Asia-Pacific and the UAE for June 2026, with specific booking deadlines varying by property

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/accor-red-hot-rooms-june-2026-40-50-off-select-properties-in-apac-and-uae)

## Qatar Airways Privilege Club 30% Conversion Bonus From Select Financial & Hotel Partners June 1 – 30, 2026

Jun 2 · 2 sources · Aer Lingus, British Airways, Emirates, Iberia, JetBlue, Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia, Accor, Accor Live Limitless, Hyatt

Qatar Airways is offering a 30% bonus Avios on transfers from select hotel and financial partners. The promotion runs from June 1 through June 30, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/qatar-airways-privilege-club-offers-30-transfer-bonus-on-citi-thankyou-points-th)

## Qantas & Philippine Airlines Launch Reciprocal Earn & Redeem Miles

May 28 · 1 source · Philippine Airlines, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Qantas Frequent Flyers, Australia, Boracay, Cebu, Manila, Middle East, Palawan

Qantas and Philippine Airlines have launched a partnership allowing Qantas Frequent Flyers to earn and redeem Classic Reward miles on PAL flights, including 15 new island destinations

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/qantas-philippine-airlines-launch-reciprocal-earn-redeem-miles)

## 30% Transfer Bonus: IHG, Accor, and Shangri-La Points to Virgin Velocity

May 20 · 2 sources · Virgin Australia, Accor, Accor Live Limitless, Choice Hotels, Choice Privileges, IHG, IHG One Rewards, Shangri-La, ALL, Shangri-La Circle

Holders of IHG, Accor, and Shangri-La points can transfer to Virgin Velocity with a 30% bonus, enhancing the value of hotel points for airline awards

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/30-transfer-bonus-ihg-accor-and-shangri-la-points-to-virgin-velocity)

## Qantas 20% Classic Flight Rewards Sale: Book by May 25 for Travel Through May 2027

May 20 · 1 source · Qantas, Australia, promotion, airline, route network, app & tech, promo

Qantas is offering 20% off Qantas Points for domestic Classic Flight Rewards. Bookings must be made by May 25, 2026, for travel between June 1, 2026, and May 9, 2027

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/qantas-20-classic-flight-rewards-sale-book-by-may-25-for-travel-through-may-2027)

## Choice Privileges Earns 8,000 Bonus Points for Every Two Stays (May 13 – July 7, 2026)

May 12 · 2 sources · Choice Hotels, Choice Privileges, WoodSpring Suites, Australia, Global, New Zealand, promotion, hotel, loyalty program, award redemption

Choice Privileges members earn 8,000 bonus points for every two qualifying stays, up to 32,000 points total. Registration is required by July 6, 2026, with stays completing by July 7, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/choice-privileges-earns-8-000-bonus-points-for-every-two-stays-may-13-july-7-202)

## IHG Asia-Pacific Mid-Year Sale: Up to 30% Off for Stays Through December 2026

May 12 · 1 source · Crowne Plaza, Even Hotels, Holiday Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Hotel Indigo, IHG, IHG One Rewards, InterContinental, Kimpton, Regent Hotels

IHG is offering up to 20% off public rates and an additional 10% for IHG One Rewards members on stays in Asia-Pacific. Bookings must be made by June 9, 2026, for travel between May 19 and December 20, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/ihg-asia-pacific-mid-year-sale-up-to-30-off-for-stays-through-december-2026)

## Earn up to 25,000 bonus AAdvantage miles on flights to Australia and New Zealand

May 8 · 1 source · American Airlines, Qantas, AAdvantage, Australia, New Zealand, United States, promotion, airline, loyalty program, award redemption

American Airlines AAdvantage members can earn up to 25,000 bonus miles on eligible nonstop flights to Australia and New Zealand. Registration is required by May 31, 2026, with travel completion by March 31, 2027

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/earn-up-to-25-000-bonus-aadvantage-miles-on-flights-to-australia-and-new-zealand)

## GHA Discovery Launches Paid Status Match for Titanium and Platinum Through 2027

May 8 · 3 sources · American Airlines, JAL, Singapore Airlines, Capella, Capella Hotels & Resorts, Corinthia, GHA Discovery, Global Hotel Alliance, Kempinski, Radisson Hotel Group

GHA Discovery offers a paid status match to Titanium ($150) or Platinum ($100) via statusmatch.com, valid through Dec 31, 2027. Applications close April 6, 2026, with $50-75 in Discovery Dollars included

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/gha-discovery-paid-status-match-to-titanium-or-platinum-launched)

## Qantas Double Status Credits or Points on Domestic & Trans-Tasman Flights

May 5 · 1 source · Air New Zealand, Airlink, Alliance Airlines, Eastern Australia, National Jet, Network Aviation, Qantas, Sunstate Airlines, Qantas Frequent Flyer, Australia

Qantas offers double Status Credits or Qantas Points for eligible domestic and Trans-Tasman flights. Members must register by May 11, 2026, and book between May 5-11 for travel through August 31, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/qantas-double-status-credits-or-points-on-domestic-trans-tasman-flights)

## Virgin Australia Velocity Double Miles for United Airlines US-Australia Flights June 1 – October 31, 2026

Apr 29 · 1 source · United Airlines, Virgin Australia, Velocity, Australia, US, promotion, airline, loyalty program, award redemption, partnership

Velocity members earn double miles on United-operated flights between the US and Australia. Registration is required by May 12, 2026, for travel between June 1 and October 31, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/virgin-australia-velocity-double-miles-for-united-airlines-australia-flights-jun)

## Accor ALL Adds Amex MR Partners in AU/NZ, Removes Standard Chartered in Brunei/UAE

Apr 29 · 1 source · ALL (Accor Live Limitless), Accor, Accor Live Limitless, Amex Membership Rewards, Standard Chartered Rewards, American Express, Standard Chartered, Australia, Brunei, Middle East

Accor's ALL program has updated its financial partners, adding American Express Membership Rewards for Australia and New Zealand while ending partnerships with Standard Chartered in Brunei and the UAE

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/accor-all-adds-amex-mr-partners-in-au-nz-removes-standard-chartered-in-brunei-ua)

## Singapore KrisFlyer Spontaneous Escapes: 30% Off Award Tickets to Asia

Apr 15 · 3 sources · Scoot, Singapore Airlines, Amex Membership Rewards, Capital One, Chase Ultimate Rewards, Citi ThankYou, KrisFlyer, American Express, Chase, Citi

Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer offers 30% off award tickets to select Asian and Australian destinations. Bookings must be made by April 30, 2026, for travel May 1-31, 2026

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/singapore-krisflyer-spontaneous-escapes-30-off-award-tickets)

## American Airlines Expands Business Class Mattress Pads to All Flagship and Hawaii Routes

Mar 20 · 1 source · American Airlines, Flagship Business, Asia, Australia, East Asia, Hawaii, India, Middle East, New Zealand, loyalty program

American Airlines is rolling out mattress pads to all international Flagship branded business class flights and flights to Hawaii starting late March 2026, expanding on the summer 2025 rollout

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/american-airlines-expands-business-class-mattress-pads-to-all-flagship-internati)

## American Airlines Offers Confirmed Systemwide Upgrades for August Premium Economy International Travel

Mar 17 · 1 source · American Airlines, AAdvantage, Systemwide Upgrades, Asia, Australia, Europe, Middle East, South America, United States, promotion

American Airlines is confirming Systemwide Upgrades (SWUs) for eligible premium economy international tickets booked by March 18, 2026, for travel in August 2026, provided business class seats are for sale

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/american-airlines-confirms-systemwide-upgrades-for-premium-economy-bookings-by-m)

## British Airways to Launch Fifth-Freedom London-Melbourne via Kuala Lumpur in January 2027

Mar 17 · 1 source · British Airways, Australia, Kuala Lumpur, London, Melbourne, route network, airline, new route

British Airways will launch a second daily flight to Melbourne via Kuala Lumpur starting January 9, 2027, using a Boeing 787-9 with 215 seats

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/british-airways-to-launch-fifth-freedom-melbourne-flights-via-kuala-lumpur-start)

## St. Regis Queenstown to Open Late 2027, Marking Brand Debut in Australia and New Zealand

Mar 5 · 1 source · Air New Zealand, Marriott Bonvoy, St. Regis, St. Regis Queenstown, Australia, New Zealand, Queenstown, hotel, airline, hotel opening

Marriott announced the St. Regis Queenstown, a 145-key luxury hotel opening in late 2027 in central Queenstown, New Zealand. It will be the first St. Regis property in the ANZ region

[Full signal](https://thetravelsignal.com/s/st-regis-queenstown-new-zealand-opening-late-2027)

Canonical URL: https://thetravelsignal.com/tag/australia