Qantas announces huge sale on first, business class seats
Luxury travellers rejoice, Qantas has announced a sweeping sale on premium cabin fares across its international network.
From Thursday, travellers will be able to access more than 80,000 discounted first class, business class and premium economy seats across almost every one of Qantas' international destinations.
Using cash or points, customers can travel across Asia, the UK, South Africa, North and South America, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands, with some destinations fetching big discounts.
Travellers making their way to New Zealand can enjoy $999 premium economy seats on return flights from Sydney to Auckland.
Qantas international chief Cam Wallace said the airline had strong interest in premium travel options on its long-haul international flights.
'This sale is one we know our customers will love, with discounted premium seats across almost our entire international network, including over peak periods like the northern hemisphere summer and Christmas holidays,' Mr Wallace said.
With the sale extending out across those peak travel periods, Australians making their way to international family or seeking a global getaway over the holidays will have access to Sydney to London return premium economy flights from $3799 and Sydney to New York from $4299.
There are further benefits for those repeat Qantas customers.
'And for our frequent flyers, it's a fantastic opportunity to maximise their points with Classic Plus seats now on sale,' Mr Wallace said.
'It's another way we're providing great value and more choice for our members to fly in premium cabins to their favourite destinations.'
The sale runs until midnight Wednesday, June 18, unless sold out earlier.
Flights can be booked up until May 2026, with some selected dates blacked out.
The fares include baggage, in-flight entertainment and food and drinks.
The full list of routes on sale is available on the Qantas website.
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