The Qantas Hawaiian Airlines partnership is reshaping the way frequent travelers experience journeys across the Pacific, offering unprecedented access to flights, expanded loyalty benefits, and more flexible redemption options for Qantas Frequent Flyer members.
This new alliance, launched in phases through 2025, represents one of the most significant collaborations between major airlines in the region, meeting the evolving needs of travelers eager for value and convenience.
How the Qantas Hawaiian Airlines Partnership Works
At the heart of this partnership is customer empowerment. Qantas Frequent Flyers can now use their hard-earned Qantas Points to book reward seats on Hawaiian Airlines’ wide network, which includes all four main Hawaiian Islands, 15 key U.S. mainland cities (such as Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle, and Las Vegas), and 10 international destinations.
This integration is a game-changer for members seeking tropical escapes or convenient connections between Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, and the broader United States.
The codeshare agreement between the two airlines means travelers enjoy streamlined booking and consistent service. Whether booking a flight directly with Qantas or connecting through Hawaiian Airlines, travelers have more choices than ever before.
According to Qantas’ official newsroom and detailed coverage from sources like Executive Traveller and Travel and Tour World, members will have access to hundreds of thousands of Classic Reward seats every year, with Hawaiian Airlines routes now displaying QF (Qantas) flight numbers.
New Flights, More Flexibility
The timing of this alliance is ideal. Qantas recently beefed up its presence in the Pacific by launching a direct Melbourne–Honolulu route, tapping into high demand for Hawaiian getaways among Australians and Kiwis.
Hawaiian Airlines, on its part, flies non-stop between Honolulu and both Sydney and Auckland, using Airbus A330 aircraft known for lie-flat Premium Cabin seats, comfortable Extra Comfort rows, and spacious Main Cabin options.
This means a wide range of choices—whether you’re traveling for business, family, or a leisurely escape.
Reward seats are subject to availability, and taxes and fees apply, but daily redemptions already average 17,000 seats by Qantas members, including about 1,000 on premium international flights.
With Hawaiian’s network now fully accessible, more members will get opportunities to score those dream trips using points.
Earning Points and Status Credits
The Qantas Hawaiian Airlines partnership doesn’t just open the door to redeeming points; it also allows members to earn Qantas Points and Status Credits when flying on Hawaiian Airlines-operated flights with a QF flight number.
This boosts travel value for passengers—especially those who frequently shuttle between Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, and North America.
The partnership is supported by a robust bilateral codesharing model. This design ensures travelers benefit from improved connections within Hawaii and onward to cities across the mainland United States, including potential same-day connections to places like Las Vegas and Salt Lake City.
A Glimpse Into the Future: oneworld and Beyond
A key longer-term aspect of the partnership is Hawaiian Airlines’ upcoming entry into the oneworld alliance (planned for 2026), following its merger with Alaska Airlines.
The oneworld alliance is already home to major players such as British Airways, American Airlines, and Qantas. Hawaiian’s entry will mean even more reciprocal loyalty perks, shared status recognition, and the chance for Qantas members to use and earn points throughout a worldwide network.
Hawaiian Airlines’ reputation as one of the longest-serving Pacific carriers, paired with its focus on friendly hospitality and service, brings added value for Qantas members.
Sources like Qantas and Executive Traveller report the move is part of a broader trend: Classic Reward seat bookings across loyalty programs have doubled in just five years, highlighting relentless demand for flexible, points-based travel.
Why This Matters for Frequent Flyers
For those who travel often or dream of exploring the Pacific, this partnership ushers in a new era. Along with more flight options, improved seat comfort, and upgraded lounge access, frequent flyers get a bigger pool of routes, better availability, and more ways to use their points.
The partnership also signals a shift toward global integration, as airlines respond to changing traveler needs by deepening their loyalty programs and fostering strong alliances.
Conclusion
The Qantas Hawaiian Airlines partnership isn’t just an upgrade—it’s a strategic leap. By connecting networks and integrating loyalty benefits, both airlines are making it easier and more rewarding to travel between Australia, New Zealand, Hawaii, and America.
With more reward seats, greater flexibility, and the promise of even bigger benefits through oneworld, this partnership is set to change the way members use their points in 2025 and beyond.
For more in-depth information, visit Travel and Tour World or the Qantas newsroom.