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Qantas and Airlink

From Africa’s breathtaking wildlife and vibrant cultures to Australia’s awe-inspiring landscapes that captivate the soul, let Qantas and Airlink take you there.

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Airlink is Southern Africa's leading airline, operating a comprehensive network of more than 45 destinations in 15 countries across the African continent.

Network

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Travel between Australia and South Africa with us, and connect with Qantas codeshare flights operated by Airlink to destinations within Africa.
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Between Perth, Sydney and Johannesburg

Between Johannesburg and:

South Africa: Bloemfontein, Cape Town, Durban, East London, George (Western Cape), Hoedspruit (Kruger National Park), Kruger Mpumalanga, Port Elizabeth, Skukuza (Kruger National Park).

Botswana: Gaborone, Maun

Namibia: Windhoek, Walvis Bay

Zambia: Livingstone, Lusaka

Zimbabwe: Bulawayo, Harare, Victoria Falls

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Map showing Qantas flights between Australia and South Africa, and Airlink flights within Africa.

Qantas Frequent Flyer

As a Qantas Frequent Flyer, you can experience a range of benefits on eligible Airlink flights including earning Qantas Points and Status Credits.~

Earn Qantas Points and Status Credits

To earn Qantas Points and Status Credits, find an eligible Airlink flight with a Qantas (QF)+ flight number and enter your Frequent Flyer number when you book.* Qantas Points and Status Credits will be added to your account within 15 days after your flight.

To see how many Qantas Points you could earn, follow the ‘how-to’ steps for our Airline Earning Tables.

Learn about Status Credits
View our Airline Earning Tables

Use Qantas Points

You can use a combination of Qantas Points and cash with Points Plus Pay for Airlink flights.#

Learn about Points Plus Pay

Before you fly

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There is a range of benefits available that can be booked ahead of your trip when flying on a Qantas codeshare flight with China Airlines.
Visit Manage booking for more information
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Seat selection (paid or complimentary) via qantas.com
Seat selection (paid or complimentary) via Airlink
Online check-in via qantas.com when your first flight is operated by Qantas
Online check-in via airline partner when your first flight is operated by Airlink
Special meal request
Purchase additional/excess baggage prior to departure

At the airport

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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.
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Qantas Club
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Extra checked baggage allowance
Priority airport check-in
Priority boarding
Priority baggage handling

Lounge access

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Eligible customers and their guests booked on a Qantas flight number on the codeshare routes can access the following lounges.

Customers booked on a Airlink flight number should refer to Airlink for their lounge eligibility and access policy.

Find out about Qantas' lounge access policy

Find out about Airlinks' lounge access policy

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Business
Economy
Lounge access
Platinum One/Platinum
Gold
Silver
Qantas Club
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Perth and Sydney (Qantas lounge)
Airlink partner lounges in South Africa

Support

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Special requests

To benefit from the following special requests, choose a flight operated by Qantas or contact Airlink directly:

  • assistance for children travelling alone,
  • medical assistance,
  • transporting oxygen for medical purposes, and
  • transport on a stretcher.
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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, the following 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.

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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.

Search flights

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Important information