✈️ Unlocking Easier Flights to Australia with Avios

Exciting news for Avios collectors in the UK: Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways are partnering to offer direct flights from major Australian cities to Doha, significantly increasing award inventory to Australia. These flights will feature Qatar Airways' renowned Qsuites, providing a luxurious business class experience. Learn how this partnership will make it easier to book flights to Australia using Avios and get tips on planning your trip and building your Avios balance. Host Jack shares his expertise and personal experience with Qsuites, and discusses the implications of this partnership for UK-based travellers.

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Welcome to Smart With Points, the podcast where we dive into the world of travelling with miles and points. I'm your host, Jack, and today we're discussing some exciting news that's going to make it a lot easier for Avios collectors in the UK to get to Australia. Virgin Australia has just announced a partnership with Qatar Airways, and starting June 2025, they'll be operating direct flights from Sydney, Brisbane, and Perth to Doha using Qatar Airways' Boeing 777s equipped with their renowned Qsuites. Melbourne will join the party later in the year. Now, if you're like me and you've tried to book Australia flights using Avios through BA, you know how frustrating it can be to see those award seats vanish within minutes of release. But these new routes operated by Virgin Australia and bookable through Qatar Airways are going to significantly increase the available award inventory to Australia, which is one of the most challenging destinations to secure using points. I've had the pleasure of experiencing Qsuites myself on several occasions, and I can tell you it's one of the finest business class products in the sky. The privacy and comfort they offer make them ideal for these ultra-long-haul routes to Australia. And the best part? They should even be equipped with Starlink. So, what does this mean for you? Well, if you're planning trips to Australia in 2025 and beyond, I'd recommend making a note of which routes have the most flights so you can plan your journey, and building your Avios balance now to be ready when seats are released. This partnership represents a significant expansion of options for UK-based travellers, and I'm looking forward to seeing how it develops. If you've been struggling to find award seats to Australia, I'd love to hear your thoughts on these new routes. Before we go, don't forget to check out our Smart Redemptions tool, which can help you quickly identify routes and pricing options for your next trip. And if you need to top up your Avios balance, our Balance Booster calculator can find you the best price by comparing all current offers. Thanks for tuning in to this episode of Smart With Points. If you want to stay up to date with the latest news and tips on travelling with miles and points, be sure to subscribe to our podcast on all major platforms or visit our website at smartwithpoints.co.uk.