Qantas Is Cracking Down on Points Buyers and Sellers—Here’s What You Need to Know
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If you’ve ever been tempted to buy or sell Qantas Points under the table, you’ll want to read this before making your next move.
With over 16 million members and billions of points in circulation, Qantas Points have become Australia’s unofficial second currency. But unlike your bank account, your Frequent Flyer balance isn’t protected from shady deals or rule-breaking. And Qantas is stepping up its efforts to shut down anything that smells even remotely off.
Can You Buy, Sell or Transfer Qantas Points?
Here’s the hard truth:
✅ You can buy Qantas Points—but only from Qantas itself.
❌ You can’t sell your Qantas Points to anyone.
🔁 You can transfer points to immediate family members (and yes, Qantas defines “family” pretty generously—but more on that below).
Mess around with these rules, and you risk losing every point you've earned—and your entire Qantas Frequent Flyer account could be shut down. No warning. No refund.
What Happens If You Break the Rules?
Qantas is actively monitoring for illegal point transfers, especially patterns that resemble buying and selling disguised as family moves. Got a cousin you’ve never met who suddenly wants 100,000 points? That might raise a red flag.
Qantas can and does go back through your account history. If they find any dodgy transfers—current or past—they can shut your account down permanently and wipe your entire balance. That includes points earned through flying, credit cards, shopping, and more.
So while that “mileage broker” on Facebook Marketplace might offer you a deal, the cost could be everything.
How Much Is a Qantas Point Really Worth?
It depends on how you redeem them, but values usually range between 0.5c and 7c per point. For example, Qantas will sell you:
1,000 points for $56 (5.6c/point)
150,000 points for $3,999 (2.6c/point)
On average? Around 4 cents per point.
Pro tip: You’ll sometimes see Qantas offering up to 50% off during points purchase promos. Wait for those deals to stretch your dollar further.
The Right Way to Top Up Your Points
Running short for a Classic Flight Reward or that elusive upgrade? You’ve got two safe options:
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Top-Up Points from Qantas
You can buy between 1,000–150,000 Qantas Points up to four times a year, directly through your Qantas Frequent Flyer account. It’s fast, legal, and most importantly—safe. -
Buy Wine, Get Points (Yes, Really)
The Qantas Wine Store often throws in massive bonus points with cases of wine. Sometimes it’s cheaper than buying points outright—and hey, you get a nice drop to enjoy while you plan your trip. Just note that it can take up to six weeks for the points to land.
Selling Qantas Points? Don’t Even Think About It
We get it—if there are buyers, there are probably sellers. But don’t let the supply-and-demand logic fool you.
Qantas strictly forbids selling points. Anyone caught selling—or trying to sell—Qantas Points can lose their account and their entire balance. No ifs, no buts.
That includes:
Advertising points for sale online
Selling under the guise of a “family transfer”
Using third-party brokers or shady Facebook groups
The risk isn’t worth the reward.
Legit Point Transfers: Family and Business Rewards
Want to send points to someone? Here’s how to stay on Qantas' good side:
Family Transfers: Qantas allows you to send points to immediate family—parents, siblings, in-laws, nieces, nephews, and even first cousins. Just make sure the relationship is real and you can prove it if asked.
Qantas Business Rewards: This is the hidden gem. If you’ve got a business account, you can transfer points to any Qantas Frequent Flyer member—no family ties required. Just a minimum of 3,000 points per transfer and no annual limit.
Final Thoughts
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Qantas is taking the misuse of points seriously, and the penalties are harsh. Stick to legit ways to earn and use your Qantas Points—bonus point promos, credit card offers, wine store deals, and proper transfers.
If you’re ever in doubt, reach out to us at Business Class Hacks. We live and breathe this stuff, and we’ll help you stay flying up front—without losing your hard-earned points.
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