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Qantas and American Airlines

From lounge access to earning Qantas Points on eligible flights, the Qantas and American Airlines partnership ensures a seamless journey as you explore Australia, New Zealand and North America.

About American Airlines

 
American Airlines is a founding member of the oneworld Alliance, and one of North America's major airlines. Along with its subsidiary, American Eagle, it operates an extensive network within the United States and internationally.

With a fleet that includes both Airbus and Boeing aircraft, the airline offers a range of inflight amenities and entertainment, as well as quality food and beverage options across First, Business, Premium Economy and Economy classes.

Note: Inflight offerings differ between domestic and international flights. Visit American Airlines to find out what to expect for your flight.

Network

Together, Qantas and American Airlines offer the most comprehensive partnership network between Australia, New Zealand and North America, with non-stop, year rounds flights across the Pacific. Connect with Qantas codeshare flights operated by American Airlines throughout the United States and Canada.

Qantas operated flights between Australia, New Zealand and North America Qantas codeshare flights operated by American Airlines between Australia and North America Qantas codeshare flights operated by American Airlines within North America

Australia

Between Brisbane and:

  • Los Angeles

Between Melbourne and:

  • Dallas/Fort Worth
  • Honolulu (services commence May 2025)
  • Los Angeles

Between Sydney and:

  • Dallas/Fort Worth
  • Honolulu
  • Los Angeles
  • New York (JFK) via Auckland
  • San Francisco
  • Vancouver

Australia

Between Brisbane and:

  • Dallas/Fort Worth (seasonal service)

Between Sydney and:

  • Los Angeles
Fly between Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, New York, San Franciso and Vancouver and a range of destinations across the United States.

New Zealand

Between Auckland and:

  • New York (JFK)

New Zealand

Between Auckland and:

  • Dallas/Fort Worth (seasonal service)
  • Los Angeles (seasonal service)
Qantas and American Airlines network between Australia, New Zealand and North America

oneworld Alliance

American Airlines and its affiliates fly to more than 330 destinations in 60 countries. Find out where you can go and the benefits of travelling with oneworld. 

Explore where you can travel with Qantas and American Airlines

Before you fly

Lady looking at manage booking on a laptop

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

Benefits included for Qantas codeshare services operated by American Airlines

Business Economy
Platinum One/
Platinum
Gold  Silver Qantas Club Bronze
Standard complimentary seat selection via qantas.com
No   
No    No No No    No
Standard complimentary seat selection via American Airlines
Yes   Yes   Yes   No   No   No  
Complimentary Preferred seat selection via qantas.com  No   
No   No   No   No   No  
Complimentary Preferred seat selection via American Airlines No   No   No   No   No   No  
Online check-in via qantas.com when your first flight is operated by Qantas
No No    No No No    No
Online check-in via airline partner when your first flight is operated by American Airlines
No No    No No No   
No
Pre-flight meal selection
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 American Airlines

At the airport

lady walking through airport terminal

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 American Airlines

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
N/A 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 QF codeshare services operated by American Airlines

Lounge access

Couple in Qantas Club enjoying a drink

Eligible customers and their guests booked on a Qantas flight number on the codeshare routes can access the following lounges. In addition to the codeshare services, Qantas Platinum and Gold Frequent Flyers travelling with American Airlines are able to access lounges across the American Airlines network per the oneworld policy.

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

Customers booked on an American Airlines flight number should refer to Amercian Airlines for their lounge eligibility and access policy.

Benefits included for Qantas codeshare services operated by American Airlines
Business Economy
Lounge access

Platinum One/
Platinum

Gold  Silver Qantas Club
Bronze
Sydney International
Yes Yes    Yes    No    Yes  
No   
Auckland  Yes    Yes    Yes    No    Yes  
No   
Los Angeles
Yes    Yes    Yes    No    Yes  
No   
All American Airlines Admirals Clubs
Yes    Yes    Yes    No    Yes  
No   
Benefits included for QF codeshare services operated by American Airlines

Qantas Frequent Flyers

Couple enjoying cocktails

Qantas Frequent Flyerscan earn more Qantas Points and Status Credit by booking the codeshare flight. In addition to the codeshare services, Qantas Frequent Flyers can earn Qantas Points and Status Credits as well as redeem flights across the American Airlines network.

You can use your Qantas Points on American Airlines for Classic Flight Rewards and Points Plus Pay

Airline code When booked as a Qantas codeshare flight When booked as an American Airlines flight
Earn Qantas Points Yes Yes
Earn Status Credits Yes Yes
Classic Flight Rewards No Yes
Points Plus Pay Yes Yes  
Benefits available to QFF on American Airlines

Support

child travelling alone

Special requests

To benefit from the following special requests, choose a flight operated by Qantas or contact American Airlines 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

>International flights remain subject to government and regulatory approval.

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