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Airline review · QF
Spirit of Australia
Qantas combines Australian warmth with Project Sunrise ambitions, refreshed A380 cabins, and the strongest domestic network in Australia.
Last updated 30 June 2026
Qantas scores 8.1/10 (safety 9.6/10), ranking #13 globally — Wi-Fi is paid or route-dependent. Baggage: 1×23 kg international economy. Economy seat pitch: 31"; loyalty programme: Qantas Frequent Flyer. Full passenger policy tables, category scores, and the fares search follow below.
Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings:
Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Qantas — expand for the full matrix.
| 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 |
Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Qantas.
| Cabin bag | 1 piece 56 × 36 × 23 cm · Up to 7 kg |
|---|---|
| Checked bag (economy) | Weight concept 30 kg on most international routes; piece concept to Americas |
| Checked bag (business) | 40 kg weight concept; 2 × 32 kg to Americas |
| Seat selection | Free standard selection on most fares |
| Change fee | Varies by fare; flexible fares free, saver fares fee + fare difference |
76.51%
on time — Full year 2025 (arrivals within 15 min)
Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) — Asia-Pacific #9
Punctuality is 20% of the FlightLogic score — see our methodology.
IOSA-registered; CASA oversight; no fatal passenger accidents in the jet era
FlightLogic editorial safety score: 9.6/10 — our own assessment, separate from IOSA registry status.
Tiers: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Platinum One
Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived.
Qantas combines Australian warmth with Project Sunrise ambitions, refreshed A380 cabins, and the strongest domestic network in Australia.
Key strengths: Refreshed A380 upper deck. Qantas First lounges. Strong safety record. Areas for improvement: Premium pricing on kangaroo routes. Older 737 domestic fleet.
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Qantas scores 8.1/10 overall on FlightLogic (4-Star) — an editorial expert rating, not an aggregate of consumer reviews. Strengths include Refreshed A380 upper deck; Qantas First lounges.
Qantas scores 9.6/10 on FlightLogic's safety index — calculated separately from passenger experience using IOSA certification, accident history, fleet age, and regulatory compliance.
Qantas is a member of oneworld.
Qantas's primary hub is Sydney & Melbourne. The airline was founded in 1920 and operates approximately 130 aircraft.
