Yes — Jetstar flights earn Qantas Points, but only on the eligible fare classes: Starter Plus, Starter Max, Starter Flex and Business Class.The cheapest Jetstar fare, the basic Starter fare, earns zero Qantas Points and zero Status Credits, but adding a Plus or Max bundle at booking unlocks the earn. Jetstar is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Qantas Group, so the earn and the redeem are fully integrated through your Qantas Frequent Flyer number — there is no separate Jetstar program to join, and the old standalone Jetstar rewards currency was folded into Qantas Frequent Flyer in 2026. This guide answers 'do Jetstar flights earn Qantas Points' end to end, with the fare classes, the earn rates, the Status Credits, the redemption, and everything you need to book the rest of your Sydney trip — flights, hotels, car rentals, eSIMs, bikes and Sydney GetYourGuide tours. For the broader guide to flying into Sydney, see ourSydney travel guides.
The short version: if you book a basic Jetstar Starter fare, you earn nothing. If you add a Plus or Max bundle, or you book a Starter Flex or Business Class fare, you earn Qantas Points on the base fare at around 1 Point per $1 spent, and on the Max, Flex and Business fares you also earn Status Credits toward Silver, Gold and Platinum status. You add your Qantas Frequent Flyer number at booking or at check-in, and the Points land in your account within a few days of the flight. You can also redeem Qantas Points on Jetstar flights, both as a Classic Reward and with Points Plus Pay, which makes Jetstar one of the best value redemptions in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program. This guide walks through the fare classes, the earn rates, the redemption, and all the onward bookings for your Sydney trip. Use the search above to see live Jetstar and Qantas fares.
Jetstar Fares & Qantas Points Earn
The basic Starter fare is the only Jetstar fare that earns nothing — it is a carry-on-only no-frills fare, and the trade-off is the low price. Every fare above Starter earns Qantas Points, and the Starter Max, Starter Flex and Business Class fares also earn Status Credits, so they are the ones to book if you are chasing or holding a Qantas tier. Most frequent flyers add a Plus or Max bundle at booking to unlock the earn, since the bundle also adds a checked bag and a seat selection.
Do Jetstar Flights Earn Qantas Points? — Key Facts
Do Jetstar flights earn Qantas Points?
Yes — on Starter Plus, Max & Flex fares
Do they earn Status Credits?
Yes — on Starter Max, Flex & Business only
Earn rate (Economy)
~1 Qantas Point per $1 spent (Max/Flex)
Cheapest earning fare
Starter Plus (adds Points to a basic fare)
Starter (basic)
No Points, no Status Credits
Business Class earn
Full Points and Status Credits
Booking channel
Add Qantas FF number at booking or check-in
Redeem on Jetstar
Yes — Classic Rewards & Points Plus Pay
Jetstar rewards currency
Qantas Points (Jetstar Rewards closed 2026)
The Fare Classes That Earn
Jetstar sells its Economy fares as 'Starter' bundles, and the earn depends on which bundle you book. The basic Starter fare is the cheapest fare, carry-on only, no extras, and it earns zero Qantas Points and zero Status Credits. The Starter Plus fare is a bundle you add to a Starter fare — it adds a checked bag, seat selection and the Qantas Points earn, but it does not earn Status Credits. The Starter Max fare adds all of that plus fare flexibility and Status Credits, and the Starter Flex fare is the most flexible Starter fare with the best earn. Jetstar Business Class is a separate cabin with a lie-flat seat on some aircraft, and it earns Qantas Points and Status Credits at a higher rate than the Economy fares.
The earn rate on an eligible Jetstar Economy fare is around 1 Qantas Point per $1 spent on the base fare, excluding taxes, fees and the cost of the bundle. So a $150 Starter Max fare might earn around 100 to 120 Qantas Points, and a $400 Business Class fare might earn around 400 to 500 Qantas Points plus a good number of Status Credits. You add your Qantas Frequent Flyer number at booking on the Jetstar website, in the passenger details step, or at online check-in, or through Manage Booking after you have booked. If you forget to add it before you fly, you can claim the missing Points up to 12 months later through the Qantas website, as long as the fare was eligible. The Points are credited to your account within a few days of the flight.
~1 Pt/$1
Economy earn rate
Max & Flex
Status Credit fares
3,600 Pts
Redeem from (1-way)
Redeeming Qantas Points on Jetstar
You can also redeem Qantas Points on Jetstar flights, both as a Classic Reward (Points-only) and with Points Plus Pay (a mix of Points and cash). A one-way Jetstar Classic Reward on a short domestic route starts from around 3,600 Qantas Points one-way, one of the lowest redemption floors in the Qantas network, which makes Jetstar one of the best value redemptions in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program. Availability is usually better than on Qantas metal, especially on the busy Sydney to Melbourne and Sydney to Brisbane routes, because Jetstar flies a high frequency of A320 and A321 aircraft.
To redeem, search for Jetstar flights on the Qantas website under the 'Book a flight' section and toggle the 'Use Points' option, or book a Jetstar flight on the Jetstar website and apply your Points at checkout via Points Plus Pay. Points Plus Pay lets you use any number of Points to offset the cash fare, so you can use a small Points balance to knock down the price of any Jetstar flight, even on a basic Starter fare. The old standalone Jetstar rewards currency was folded into Qantas Frequent Flyer in 2026, so all earn and redeem now flows through your Qantas Frequent Flyer number — one number, one balance, one set of Points, whether you fly Qantas or Jetstar.
Jetstar & Sydney: The Home Base
Jetstar at Sydney (SYD)
Jetstar operates domestic and short-haul international flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD), with the domestic terminal a short walk or train from the city. The Qantas Group owns Jetstar, so Qantas Frequent Flyers can use the Qantas Lounge at Sydney before a Jetstar flight if they hold Silver, Gold or Platinum status or a Business Class ticket.
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney is the home base of both Qantas and Jetstar, with a high frequency of Jetstar domestic flights to Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Perth, and Jetstar international flights to Bali, Fiji, Japan, Singapore and Honolulu. The city is a 20-minute train ride from the airport, with trains every few minutes.
Because Sydney is the Jetstar and Qantas home base, it has the highest frequency of Jetstar flights in the network, which means the best availability for both earning and redeeming Qantas Points. Whether you are flying a cheap Starter fare to the Gold Coast or a Business Class fare to Bali, you can add your Qantas Frequent Flyer number and earn Points on the base fare. And once you land back in Sydney, the city opens up — the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, Bondi Beach, Darling Harbour and the Blue Mountains are all within an hour of the airport.
Tips for Earning Qantas Points on Jetstar
- Yes — Jetstar flights earn Qantas Points, but only on the Starter Plus, Starter Max, Starter Flex and Business Class fares, not the cheapest Starter fare
- The basic Starter fare earns zero Qantas Points and zero Status Credits — it is a carry-on-only no-frills fare
- Add a Plus or Max bundle to a Starter fare at booking to unlock the Qantas Points earn on that flight
- Jetstar Starter Max and Starter Flex fares earn both Qantas Points and Status Credits, so they count toward Silver, Gold and Platinum status
- The earn rate on an eligible Jetstar Economy fare is around 1 Qantas Point per $1 spent on the base fare (excluding taxes and fees)
- Business Class on Jetstar earns Qantas Points and Status Credits, and usually earns at a higher rate than the Starter fares
- Add your Qantas Frequent Flyer number at booking or at online check-in — if you forget, you can claim missing Points up to 12 months later via the Qantas website
- You can also redeem Qantas Points on Jetstar flights, as a Classic Reward or with Points Plus Pay, which makes Jetstar one of the best value redemptions in the Qantas program
- A one-way Jetstar Classic Reward on a short domestic route starts from around 3,600 Qantas Points one-way, one of the lowest redemption floors in the Qantas network
- Book your Jetstar flight on the Qantas website (under Jetstar flights) to ensure the earn and the redemption are credited to your Frequent Flyer account automatically
- Jetstar is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Qantas Group, so the Qantas Points earn and the redemption are integrated end-to-end — no separate program to join
- The old Jetstar rewards currency was folded into Qantas Frequent Flyer in 2026, so all earn and redeem now flows through your Qantas FF number
Jetstar & Sydney in Pictures
A preview of the Jetstar and Sydney trip — the Jetstar A320 taking off from Sydney at sunrise, the Qantas Frequent Flyer card with a Jetstar boarding pass, the Sydney Opera House at sunset, the Harbour Bridge with ferries, Bondi Beach, and Darling Harbour at dusk.
Sydney Flights
Search live Jetstar and Qantas fares into and out of Sydney, with real-time availability on every domestic and international departure. Compare the Starter fares with the Max and Business fares to see the points earn trade-off.
Sydney Hotels
Book a hotel in the Sydney CBD, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour or Bondi Beach — from the Park Hyatt to budget hostels, with the best locations for the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and the beaches.
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Book a car in Sydney — the easiest way to explore the Blue Mountains, the Hunter Valley and the South Coast, with pick-up at Sydney Airport or in the CBD. Note that Australia drives on the left.
Australia eSIM
Install an Australia eSIM before you fly so you have data, maps and messaging the moment you land at Sydney — no airport SIM queue and no roaming charges on the way to the city. Coverage is excellent on 4G and 5G networks across NSW.
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See Sydney the local way — ride the Sydney Harbour Bridge cycleway, the Bondi to Bronte coastal ride, or the Centennial Park loop. Pack a helmet (mandatory in Australia), sunscreen and a water bottle, and book a bike online ahead of time.
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Once you land at Sydney, the city opens up like a postcard. Climb the Sydney Harbour Bridge, walk the Opera House forecourt, take the ferry to Manly, surf Bondi, eat fish and chips at Darling Harbour, take a day trip to the Blue Mountains, the Hunter Valley wineries or the Jenolan Caves, and walk the Bondi to Coogee coastal trail. Browse and book top-rated Sydney experiences below, all with free cancellation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Jetstar flights earn Qantas Points?
Yes — Jetstar flights earn Qantas Points, but only on the eligible fare classes. The basic Starter fare earns zero Qantas Points and zero Status Credits. The Starter Plus fare earns Qantas Points but not Status Credits, and the Starter Max, Starter Flex and Business Class fares earn both Qantas Points and Status Credits. The earn rate on an eligible Jetstar Economy fare is around 1 Qantas Point per $1 spent on the base fare (excluding taxes, fees and the cost of the bundle), and Business Class earns at a higher rate. You add your Qantas Frequent Flyer number at booking or at online check-in, and the Points are credited to your account after you fly. If you forget to add your number, you can claim missing Points up to 12 months later through the Qantas website. Because Jetstar is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Qantas Group, the earn is fully integrated — there is no separate Jetstar program to join.
Which Jetstar fares earn Qantas Points?
The Jetstar fares that earn Qantas Points are the Starter Plus, Starter Max, Starter Flex and Business Class fares. The basic Starter fare — the cheapest Jetstar fare, carry-on only, no extras — earns zero Qantas Points and zero Status Credits. The Starter Plus fare adds the Qantas Points earn to a basic Starter fare (it is a bundle you add at booking), but it does not earn Status Credits. The Starter Max fare adds both Qantas Points and Status Credits, plus a seat selection, a checked bag and fare flexibility, and the Starter Flex fare is the most flexible Starter fare with the best earn. Jetstar Business Class earns both Qantas Points and Status Credits at a higher rate. So the short answer is: if you book a basic Starter fare, you earn nothing, and if you add a Plus or Max bundle, or you fly Business, you earn Qantas Points.
How many Qantas Points do you earn on a Jetstar flight?
On an eligible Jetstar Economy fare (Starter Plus, Max or Flex) you earn around 1 Qantas Point per $1 spent on the base fare, excluding taxes, fees and the cost of the bundle. So a $150 Starter Max fare might earn around 100 to 120 Qantas Points, depending on the breakdown of fare versus taxes. Business Class earns at a higher rate, often around 1 Qantas Point per $1 plus a multiplier, so a $400 Business Class fare might earn around 400 to 500 Qantas Points and a good number of Status Credits. The exact earn depends on the fare bucket and your Frequent Flyer tier — Silver, Gold and Platinum members sometimes earn a small bonus. The Points are credited to your account within a few days of the flight, and you can track them in the Qantas app or on the Qantas website.
Do Jetstar flights earn Qantas Status Credits?
Yes — but only on the Starter Max, Starter Flex and Business Class fares. The basic Starter fare and the Starter Plus fare earn Qantas Points but do not earn Status Credits. Status Credits are what move you up the Qantas tier ladder from Bronze to Silver, Gold and Platinum, and they are earned on the more flexible and the premium fares. So if your goal is to qualify or re-qualify for Silver, Gold or Platinum status, book a Starter Max, Starter Flex or Business Class fare on Jetstar, not a basic Starter or a Starter Plus. The Status Credit earn on a Jetstar flight is usually lower than on an equivalent Qantas flight, so Jetstar is a useful top-up, but Qantas metal is usually the faster route to a tier.
Can I redeem Qantas Points on Jetstar flights?
Yes — you can redeem Qantas Points on Jetstar flights, both as a Classic Reward (Points-only) and with Points Plus Pay (a mix of Points and cash). A one-way Jetstar Classic Reward on a short domestic route starts from around 3,600 Qantas Points one-way, one of the lowest redemption floors in the Qantas network, which makes Jetstar one of the best value redemptions in the Qantas Frequent Flyer program. To redeem, search for Jetstar flights on the Qantas website under the 'Book a flight' section and toggle the 'Use Points' option, or book a Jetstar flight on the Jetstar website and apply your Points at checkout via Points Plus Pay. Availability is better than on Qantas metal, especially on the busy Sydney-Melbourne and Sydney-Brisbane routes, because Jetstar flies a high frequency of A320 and A321 aircraft.
Does the basic Jetstar Starter fare earn Qantas Points?
No — the basic Jetstar Starter fare earns zero Qantas Points and zero Status Credits. The Starter fare is the cheapest Jetstar fare, carry-on only, no extras, and it is excluded from the Qantas Points earn. If you have booked a Starter fare and you want to earn Qantas Points, you can upgrade the fare to a Starter Plus, Starter Max or Starter Flex fare at any time before the flight, through the Manage Booking page on the Jetstar website, which unlocks the earn. If you fly the Starter fare as booked, you earn nothing, but you still get the low fare. Many frequent flyers accept the zero earn on a cheap Starter fare because the fare saving is worth more than the Points forgone.
Do I need to be a Qantas Frequent Flyer to earn on Jetstar?
Yes — to earn Qantas Points on a Jetstar flight you need a Qantas Frequent Flyer number, and you need to add it to your booking. Qantas Frequent Flyer membership is free to join online at the Qantas website, and you get your number immediately. Once you have your number, add it at booking on the Jetstar website (in the passenger details step), or at online check-in, or through Manage Booking after you have booked. If you forget to add it before you fly, you can claim the missing Points up to 12 months later through the 'Claim missing Points' page on the Qantas website, as long as the fare was eligible (Starter Plus, Max, Flex or Business). You cannot earn Qantas Points on a Jetstar flight without a Qantas Frequent Flyer number.
Is the old Jetstar rewards program still open?
No — the old standalone Jetstar rewards currency was folded into Qantas Frequent Flyer in 2026, so all Jetstar earn and redeem now flows through your Qantas Frequent Flyer number. There is no separate Jetstar program to join, no separate Jetstar points balance, and no separate rewards login. If you had a balance in the old Jetstar program, it was migrated across to your Qantas Frequent Flyer account. This makes the earn and the redeem much simpler — one number, one balance, one set of Points, whether you fly Qantas or Jetstar. Just add your Qantas Frequent Flyer number to every Jetstar booking and the Points are credited automatically.
Book Your Jetstar & Sydney Trip
Do Jetstar flights earn Qantas Points? Yes — on the Starter Plus, Max, Flex and Business fares, at around 1 Point per $1 on the base fare, with Status Credits on the Max, Flex and Business fares. Once you know your Sydney dates, the rest is one batch of bookings: the Jetstar or Qantas flight into Sydney, a hotel in the CBD or Bondi, a Sydney car rental, an Australia eSIM and any Sydney tours you want to lock in ahead. Start below.