Qantas and Hawaiian Airlines Launch Reward Flight Partnership for Sydney, Melbourne, and Honolulu Routes

Qantas Frequent Flyer members can now use their points to book flights on Hawaiian Airlines, significantly expanding travel options between Australia and Hawaii. Starting June 5, 2025, this partnership will allow Qantas members to redeem their Qantas Points for flights across Hawaiian Airlines̢۪ extensive network, including travel to destinations in the U.S. mainland, Japan, and beyond. This partnership, announced as part of a broader strategic collaboration between the two airlines in January 2025, is set to provide more choices for members eager to visit Hawaii and explore other international destinations.

Hawaiian Airlines, renowned for its island-centric network, offers flights to all four major Hawaiian islands and maintains key connections to major U.S. cities and international routes. Through this new collaboration, Qantas Frequent Flyer members can access Hawaiian Airlines̢۪ services, further enhancing their ability to book reward flights to some of the most sought-after destinations in the Pacific region.

Hawaiian Airlines operates a comprehensive network, including services between all four major Hawaiian islands and connections to 15 mainland U.S. cities and 10 international destinations. Qantas Frequent Flyer members can now access these routes by redeeming their points for flights operated by Hawaiian Airlines with an Alaska Airlines (AS) flight number. To book, members should search for flights on the Qantas website, select ‘Rewards,' and enter their Frequent Flyer number during the booking process.

Additionally, members will earn Qantas Points and Status Credits on eligible Hawaiian Airlines flights operated with a Qantas (QF) flight number within Hawaii and to the mainland U.S. This integration provides more opportunities for frequent flyers to accumulate and utilize their points effectively.

The partnership between Qantas and Hawaiian Airlines is part of a broader strategic alliance announced in January 2025. As part of this collaboration, Hawaiian Airlines has entered into a bilateral codeshare agreement with Qantas, facilitating smoother connections between the two airlines' networks. This agreement is a step toward Hawaiian Airlines' planned entry into the oneworld alliance in 2026, which will further integrate its services with Qantas and other member airlines.

The integration aims to provide travelers with a more seamless network of flights across Hawaii and into mainland U.S., enhancing the overall travel experience for Qantas Frequent Flyer members.

According to Qantas, the number of Classic Reward seats booked with partner airlines has doubled in the last five years, highlighting the growing demand for diverse travel options. The addition of Hawaiian Airlines to the partner network is expected to further increase reward seat availability, offering members more flexibility and choice in their travel plans.

The expansion of reward seat options aligns with Qantas' commitment to enhancing the value of its Frequent Flyer program, providing members with more opportunities to redeem their points for flights to a broader range of destinations.

The partnership between Qantas and Hawaiian Airlines represents a major step forward for both airlines and their frequent flyers. With access to Hawaiian Airlines̢۪ extensive network, Qantas members can now enjoy more travel options, more flexibility, and enhanced opportunities to redeem their loyalty points. As Hawaiian Airlines looks toward joining the oneworld alliance in 2026, the partnership with Qantas will continue to grow, offering even more benefits to travelers and further strengthening the connection between Australia, Hawaii, and North America.

For Qantas Frequent Flyers, this new partnership with Hawaiian Airlines not only expands their global travel options but also enhances the value of their loyalty points. As the airline industry continues to evolve, these types of strategic alliances play a key role in providing greater flexibility and enhanced travel experiences for loyal customers, reinforcing the ongoing importance of loyalty programs in today̢۪s competitive aviation market.