--- title: "Qantas Review & Rating | FlightLogic" description: "Qantas review: FlightLogic editorial rating 8.1/10, safety score 9.6/10. Qantas combines Australian warmth with Project Sunrise ambitions, refreshed A380…" url: https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/qantas/ source: FlightLogic (flightlogic.co.uk) licence: "Content © Elite Digital AI Solutions Ltd. Cite the URL above and the page author." --- *Links marked * may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you. We do not provide financial advice. How we make money .* Airline review · QF # Qantas Spirit of Australia Photo: Adam Moreira / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0 Qantas combines Australian warmth with Project Sunrise ambitions, refreshed A380 cabins, and the strongest domestic network in Australia. Last updated 30 June 2026 Excellent · FlightLogic editorial rating ## Should I choose Qantas for my next long-haul work trip? 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. **FlightLogic score** 8.1/10 **Safety** 9.6/10 **Global rank** #13 **Wi-Fi policy** Partial / paid tiers ## Who should think twice about Qantas Scores mean naming who a carrier is NOT for. From our rated findings: - Premium pricing on kangaroo routes - Older 737 domestic fleet ## Pre-Trip Planning ## Passenger policies at a glance Baggage, Wi-Fi, legroom, and lounge access for Qantas — expand for the full matrix. ### View full policy matrix Baggage · Wi-Fi · lounges · changes | 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 | ## Awards & Recognition - World's Safest Airline (Top 10) - Best Long-Haul Premium Economy ## Airline Details **IATA Code** QF **ICAO Code** QFA **Hub** Sydney & Melbourne **Alliance** oneworld **Founded** 1920 **Fleet Size** 130 aircraft ## Strengths - Refreshed A380 upper deck - Qantas First lounges - Strong safety record ## Weaknesses - Premium pricing on kangaroo routes - Older 737 domestic fleet ## Day-of Travel Support ### Compare Qantas fares from the UK Search live prices on Qantas (QF) routes departing from British airports. 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[Affiliate policy](https://flightlogic.co.uk/how-we-make-money/#affiliate-links) ## Qantas travel facts Verified baggage allowances, punctuality, fleet, safety and loyalty facts for Qantas. ### Baggage & fees | 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 | [Full baggage & fees comparison](https://flightlogic.co.uk/airlines/baggage-fees/) · [Check your carry-on bag](https://flightlogic.co.uk/tools/carry-on-checker/) ### Punctuality 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](https://flightlogic.co.uk/methodology/). ### Fleet & cabins **Fleet size** 130 aircraft **Average age** Not available **Main types** B787-9, A330-200/300, B737-800, A380-800, A220-300 **Economy pitch** 31–32 in **Business seat** Fully flat 1-2-1 on B787/A330/A380 **Wi-Fi** Free on most domestic flights; not available on most international ### Safety **Registry status** IOSA-registered 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. ### Loyalty **Programme** Qantas Frequent Flyer **Currency** Points Tiers: Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Platinum One ### Rating history - Q3 2026 8.1/10 Current quarter Quarterly tracking began Q3 2026 — earlier scores were not archived. Travel facts last verified July 2026 · Sources: qantas.com baggage policy (via search, Jul 2026) · Cirium 2025 On-Time Performance Review (Jan 2026) · Fleet age unverified — no reliable published figure found; size from FlightLogic airline profile ## About Qantas 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. ## Editorial Qantas Reviews ## Verified reader reviews Coming soon We are building verified reader reviews for Qantas. Readers will be able to submit a review with proof of travel — a boarding pass or booking confirmation — emailed to [hello@flightlogic.co.uk](mailto:hello@flightlogic.co.uk?subject=Reader%20review%20%E2%80%94%20Qantas). Reader scores are published separately from FlightLogic editorial ratings and never change the editorial score. ## Qantas — Frequently Asked Questions ### Is Qantas a good airline? 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. ### What is Qantas's safety score? 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. ### What alliance is Qantas in? Qantas is a member of oneworld. ### Where is Qantas's hub? Qantas's primary hub is Sydney & Melbourne. The airline was founded in 1920 and operates approximately 130 aircraft. ## Similar Airlines