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Qantas vs Turkish Airlines

Side-by-side policy and rating comparison — baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, lounges, and loyalty programmes.

Verdict

Turkish Airlines scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.6/10 vs 8.1/10 for Qantas. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Comparison data last updated 6 July 2026

Policy comparison

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Policy Qantas Turkish Airlines
Cabin baggage IncludedIncluded
Checked baggage 1×23 kg international economy20–30 kg international
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial (messaging/select routes)Partial (messaging/select routes)
Economy seat pitch 31"31–32"
Loyalty programme Qantas Frequent FlyerMiles&Smiles
Lounge access Qantas Club / First loungesMiles&Smiles lounges IST; Star Alliance Gold
Changes & refunds Red eDeal restricted; Flex allows changesFlexible most intl fares

Individual profiles

Qantas

QF · Australia

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.1/10

Turkish Airlines

TK · Turkey

Expert Editorial Review

FlightLogic score: 8.6/10

Editorial profiles

Australia · QF/QFA · #1 in this comparison

Qantas

Spirit of Australia

#10 Global 4-Star
8.1 / 10
Quick Answer

Qantas scores 8.1/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.6/10), ranking #10 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Qantas a good airline?

Qantas scores 8.1/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #10 globally with a safety score of 9.6/10. Qantas combines Australian warmth with Project Sunrise ambitions, refreshed A380 cabins, and the strongest domestic network in Australia. See full profile →

Overall 8.1 Excellent
Safety 9.6 Maximum Safety
Service 8.5 Cabin crew & ground
Value 7.5 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.5
Seat Comfort
8.3
Food & Beverage
8.0
In-Flight Entertainment
8.2
On-Time Performance
8.0
Value for Money
7.5

Key facts

Hub
Sydney & Melbourne
Alliance
oneworld
Founded
1920
Fleet
130 aircraft
Region
asia pacific
IATA / ICAO
QF / QFA

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 1×23 kg international economy
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 31"
Lounge access Qantas Club / First lounges
Changes & refunds Red eDeal restricted; Flex allows changes
Loyalty programme Qantas Frequent Flyer

Strengths

  • Refreshed A380 upper deck
  • Qantas First lounges
  • Strong safety record

Weaknesses

  • Premium pricing on kangaroo routes
  • Older 737 domestic fleet

Awards & recognition

  • World's Safest Airline (Top 10)
  • Best Long-Haul Premium Economy

Turkey · TK/THY · #2 in this comparison

Turkish Airlines

Widen Your World

#6 Global 4-Star
8.6 / 10
Quick Answer

Turkish Airlines scores 8.6/10 on FlightLogic (safety 9.2/10), ranking #6 globally. in-flight Wi-Fi is paid or partial on most long-haul routes. Special meals require pre-order on long-haul.

Is Turkish Airlines a good airline?

Turkish Airlines scores 8.6/10 (Excellent) on FlightLogic, ranking #6 globally with a safety score of 9.2/10. Turkish Airlines offers the most countries served by any carrier, a stunning new Istanbul hub, and a compelling business class product at competitive fares. See full profile →

Overall 8.6 Excellent
Safety 9.2 Excellent Safety
Service 8.7 Cabin crew & ground
Value 9.0 Fare vs product
Star rating 4★ FlightLogic tier
Rating basis Editorial FlightLogic methodology

Score breakdown

Customer Service
8.7
Seat Comfort
8.5
Food & Beverage
9.1
In-Flight Entertainment
8.0
On-Time Performance
8.2
Value for Money
9.0

Key facts

Hub
Istanbul (IST)
Alliance
star alliance
Founded
1933
Fleet
400 aircraft
Region
europe
IATA / ICAO
TK / THY

Passenger policies

Cabin baggage Included — standard carry-on allowance applies
Checked baggage 20–30 kg international
In-flight Wi-Fi Partial — free messaging or select routes/cabins only
Economy seat pitch 31–32"
Lounge access Miles&Smiles lounges IST; Star Alliance Gold
Changes & refunds Flexible most intl fares
Loyalty programme Miles&Smiles

Strengths

  • 130+ country network
  • Miles&Smiles stopover program
  • Excellent Turkish cuisine

Weaknesses

  • IST walking distances between gates
  • Occasional baggage delays at peak season

Awards & recognition

  • Best Airline in Europe
  • Best Business Class Catering Europe

FAQ

Which is better — Qantas or Turkish Airlines?

Turkish Airlines scores higher on FlightLogic at 8.6/10 vs 8.1/10 for Qantas. Policy comparison below covers cabin baggage, checked bags, Wi-Fi, and seat pitch.

Does Qantas or Turkish Airlines include a carry-on bag?

Qantas: Included. Turkish Airlines: Included.

Which has free Wi-Fi — Qantas or Turkish Airlines?

Qantas: Partial (messaging/select routes). Turkish Airlines: Partial (messaging/select routes).

Does Qantas include checked baggage?

Qantas checked baggage: 1×23 kg international economy.

Does Turkish Airlines include checked baggage?

Turkish Airlines checked baggage: 20–30 kg international.