Fly carbon neutral
We know travel is an essential part of life, and aviation is a hard-to-abate sector. We're committed to reducing the impact of aviation by driving change both within and outside the industry.
Travelling responsibly
Carbon offsetting allows us to help compensate for these emissions by purchasing credits that remove, reduce or avoid emissions in the atmosphere from projects outside the aviation sector.
With our Fly Carbon Neutral program, we've done the hard work for you, by calculating the emissions for each route we fly. When making your booking on this website or the Qantas App, you can easily 'tick-the-box' to offset your share.
Your contributions are used to purchase carbon credits from accredited projects that meet our internal requirements for integrity and quality, both in Australian and worldwide, particularly those that support positive and social outcomes for Indigenous and regional communities.
All carbon offset projects sourced by the Group are subject to several layers of scrutiny and strict standards from global accredited registries for projects based outside of Australia, and the Australian Government's Clean Energy Regulator and the principles set out in the Australian Government's Climate Active Carbon program for Australian projects. Qantas doesn't profit from Fly Carbon Neutral – every dollar is directly funding carbon offsetting projects.
Three more reasons to offset your flights
Support the planet
Your contribution is used to fund verified carbon offsetting projects with benefits to communities and nature.
Do good, feel good
By choosing to Fly Carbon Neutral you can help support communities as well as take action on climate change.
Plus for residents of Australia, choosing to Fly Carbon Neutral will count towards achieving Green Tier status.
Where does your money go?
Your contributions are used to fund a range of projects including savanna burning projects run by Arnhem Land Fire Abatement, the April Salumei Rainforest Conservation project based in Papua New Guinea, and World Vision's Clean Cookstoves project based in Ethiopia.
Fighting fire with fire
Northern Australia is prone to extreme and dangerous wildfires. Every year Indigenous rangers use traditional fire management practices to conduct early season dry burns, preventing larger uncontrolled wildfires. Our investment in these projects help to not only significantly reduce emissions but supports Indigenous economic development through our commitment in our Reconciliation Action Plan.
Image credit: David Hancock
Rainforest conservation
Large hectares of tropical rainforest in Papua New Guinea contains is under threat of deforestation and degradation. Our investment in this project helps to protect rainforest that would otherwise be cleared - securing vital wildlife habitat, supporting local communities, and preventing the release of millions of tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions each year.
Image credit: TEM
Energy-efficient cooking stoves
Increasing energy needs in developing countries are contributing to deforestation, reducing a forest's ability to absorb carbon from the atmosphere. Our investment funds the distribution of energy-efficient cook stoves to farming families in rural Ethiopia that currently use open fires to cook. The cook stoves reduce air pollution, emit less black soot and methane, and reduce deforestation.
Image credit: TEM
Find out more
Earn and use Qantas Points
You can choose to offset your flights using points or money when booking a domestic or international flight departing from Australia. If you use money, you can also earn points.
Our Qantas Group commitments
Learn how we're working to minimise the impact we have on the environment at every step.
Frequently asked questions
Read our FAQs for more information on how your purchase can support accredited climate offset programs.
Important information
See full carbon offsetting terms and conditions
Disclaimer: ^ You must be a Qantas Frequent Flyer to earn and use Qantas Points. A joining fee may apply. Membership and points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions Members will earn 10 Qantas Points per A$1 equivalent spent on carbon offsetting for eligible flights booked at qantas.com. The points awarded are based on the Australian dollar equivalent amount quoted at the time of booking, and are only awarded when you use cash to participate in the Fly Carbon Neutral program. The points awarded will be rounded up to the nearest point. Qantas Points can be split between two or more members within the same booking, as long as each member provides their Qantas Frequent Flyer membership number when booking. Points will be credited within eight weeks of the booking date. Any payment made for carbon offset is non-refundable even when bookings are changed or cancelled.
Disclaimer: * To be recognised for the Green Tier activity, Qantas Frequent Flyer members must tick ‘Fly Carbon Neutral’ on eligible flights during the booking process or in My Account. Fly Carbon Neutral offsets made from 26 November 2021 will count towards achieving Green Tier. Your carbon offset will be recognised as a Green Tier activity within eight weeks after purchase.