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Qantas and British Airways

Fly with Qantas and British Airways between Australia, Singapore, the United Kingdom and Europe, and enjoy the benefits of our partnership.

Network

Fly non-stop between Australia and Europe, or via Singapore, connecting with British Airways’ impressive network of flights between the United Kingdom and continental Europe.

Qantas operated flights between Australia, Singapore and Europe Qantas codeshare flights operated by British Airways within the United Kingdom and Europe British Airways operated flights within the United Kingdom and Europe

Australia

Perth - non-stop flights to/from:

  • London (LHR)
  • Paris (CDG)
  • Rome (FCO) - seasonal service

Melbourne - direct flights to/from:

  • London (LHR) via Perth

Sydney - direct flights to/from:

  • London (LHR) via Singapore
  • Paris (CDG) via Perth
  • Rome (CDG) via Perth

Connect in Singapore for flights between London (LHR) and:

  • Brisbane
  • Darwin
  • Melbourne
  • Perth
  • Sydney

Singapore

Between Singapore and:

  • London (LHR)

Within the United Kingdom

Between London (LHR) and:

  • Aberdeen 
  • Belfast
  • Edinburgh 
  • Leeds Bradford

Within Europe

Between London (LHR) and:

  • Croatia: Zagreb
  • France: Marseilles, Toulouse
  • Germany: Basel, Berlin
  • Italy: Pisa
 Connect with destinations across the British Airways network.
Qantas and British Airways network between Australia and Europe

Before you fly

There is a range of benefits available that can be booked ahead of your trip when flying on a Qantas codeshare flight with British Airways. Visit Manage booking if you require further information.

Benefits included for Qantas codeshare services operated by British Airways

 Business Economy
Platinum One/
Platinum		 Gold  Silver Qantas Club Bronze
Seat selection (paid or complimentary) via qantas.com
 No     No    No No No    No   
Seat selection (paid or complimentary) via British Airways
 No  
 No No  
 No No    No  
Online check-in via qantas.com when your first flight is operated by Qantas
 Yes Yes    Yes    Yes Yes    Yes
Online check-in via airline partner when your first flight is operated by British Airways
 No  
 No  
 No  
 No
No  
 No
Special meal request
 Yes    Yes    Yes    Yes    Yes    Yes
Purchase additional / excess baggage prior to departure
 No    No    No    No No    No
Benefits included for services operated by British Airways
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At the airport

The operating carrier is responsible for checking in customers travelling on Qantas codeshare services. Check your itinerary to locate the departure terminal and ensure you check in with the operating carrier.

Benefits included for Qantas codeshare services operated by British Airways
 Business Economy
Platinum One/
Platinum		 Gold  Silver Qantas Club
 Bronze
Baggage Through Check from Qantas operated flight
 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Boarding Pass Through Check from Qantas operated flight
 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
Extra checked baggage allowance
 No   Yes Yes No No No
Priority airport check-in
 Yes Yes Yes Yes No No
Priority boarding
 Yes Yes Yes No No No
Priority baggage handling
 Yes Yes Yes No No No
Benefits included for services operated by British Airways at the airport
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Lounge access

Eligible customers and their guests booked on a Qantas flight number on the codeshare routes can access the following lounges. 

For more details on Qantas’ lounge access policy, visit lounge access eligibility 

Benefits included for Qantas codeshare services operated by British Airways
 Business Economy
Lounge access

 Platinum One/
Platinum		 Gold  Silver Qantas Club
 Bronze
Sydney (Qantas lounge) Yes    Yes    Yes    No    Yes    No   
Singapore (Qantas lounge) Yes Yes Yes No Yes No  
The BA Galleries Yes Yes Yes No No No
Lounge benefits included for QF codeshare services operated by British Airways
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Qantas Frequent Flyers

Qantas Frequent Flyers can maximise Qantas Points and Status Credit earn by booking the codeshare flight (‘QF’ airline code) where possible. You can also earn Qantas Points and Status Credits on eligible fares and flights with the British Airways 'BA' airline code.

You can use your Qantas Points on British Airways for Classic Flight Rewardsand Points Plus Pay

Airline code When booked as a Qantas codeshare flight When booked as a British Airways flight
Earn Qantas Points Yes Yes  
Earn Status Credits Yes Yes  
Classic Flight Rewards No Yes  
Points Plus Pay Yes Yes  
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Support

Special requests

To benefit from the following special requests, choose a flight operated by Qantas or contact British Airways directly:

  • assistance for children travelling alone,
  • medical assistance,
  • transporting oxygen for medical purposes, and
  • transport on a stretcher.

Missed connections

Sometimes things don't go to plan, and we recognise the impact delays and missed connections can have. In the event this happens to you, below is some key information.

If you missed a connection due to the late arrival of your aircraft, the delivering carrier is responsible for ensuring you make your final destination.

Lost baggage

If your baggage doesn't arrive on the same flight as you, contact the Arrival Service desk of the delivering carrier in the arrivals hall.

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Important information

Disclaimer: ~You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program to earn and redeem Qantas Points. A joining fee may apply. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership, Status Credits and the earning and redemption of Qantas Points are subject to the Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer: ^ Classic Flight Rewards are available on Qantas, Jetstar and partner airlines. Seats are subject to capacity controls, availability is limited, and some flights may not have any Classic Flight Rewards available. Taxes, fees and carrier charges are payable to Qantas (excluding any amounts payable to third parties at the airport) by an Accepted Payment Card in addition to the points required on Classic Flight Reward flights. Qantas Points required and taxes, fees and carrier charges are subject to change and quoted at the time of booking. For more information, visit Classic Flight Rewards

Disclaimer: # Points Plus Pay is available on any flight with a Qantas (QF), Jetstar (JQ), Jetstar Asia (3K) or Jetstar Japan (GK) flight number and selected partner airlines when travelling on a Qantas fare, as long as there is a seat available for sale. The Qantas Points required include taxes, fees and carrier charges (excluding any amounts payable to third parties at the airport), are subject to change and are quoted at the time of booking - a minimum number of points applies. Qantas Points may not be earned on some fare types or on some oneworld® Member Airline or airline partner flights. For more information, visit Points Plus Pay

Disclaimer: * Qantas Points and Status Credits (where applicable) are earned on Eligible Flights with a Qantas or applicable oneworld® Member Airline or Airline Partner flight number on your ticket. Qantas Points and Status Credits may not be earned on some fare types and booking classes. For full details see the Qantas Frequent Flyer program Terms and Conditions and Airline Earning Tables