Qantas’ frequent spenders who travel on reward flights often are set to lose out when the airline cuts its popular Points Club program, as well as Green Tier, in late 2026. It’s part of a wider overhaul that also includes changes to elite status tiers.
Point Hacks understands that the two programs will go offline sometime in October or November 2026. However, members who have already earned those tiers will be able to keep their benefits for the remainder of their current membership year.
Notably, with the removal of the Points Club, the ability to earn Status Credits on Reward flights will become harder. We quizzed Qantas Loyalty CEO Andrew Glance on this, and he says they’re keenly aware of it.
“We are looking for a new home for that benefit. We’re aware that it’s a much-loved benefit and will look at a way to implement it again in the future,” he said.
Some benefits will appear elsewhere
For frequent travellers, the loss of the Points Club will be felt the most. Members are currently able to earn Status Credits on Qantas-operated Classic Flight Rewards, which would normally earn nothing. Points Club Plus members also have the ability to rollover 100 Status Credits each year, and also enjoy complimentary Qantas Club membership.
The status rollover will appear in a new form, launching as a permanent benefit in 2027. However, instead of a fixed 100 SC rollover, members will instead earn 50% of any excess Status Credits earned over their threshold. Former Green Tier tasks may also appear as new options to earn Status Credits on the ground.
The vouchers currently offered in Points Club might also become a new status tier perk for Silver members and higher, also starting from 2027.
Overall, Qantas says it’s trying to simplify its program, though it seems many of us have grown used to the benefits of Points Club (and Green Tier).
Over to you – how will these changes affect you?
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I love points club +. I will miss her when she’s gone 🙁