Do you need to cancel your Qantas flights? Are you wondering what compensation you are entitled to when you do? Then you're in the right place! In this article we'll break down how you can cancel Qantas flights and if you will receive a refund when you do.
Cancelling flights has never been easier at Alternative Airlines. If you have booked your Qantas flights with us then all you need to do is log into our Manage My Booking Portal. Here, you'll see the options to cancel or make changes to your booking. You are then entitled to a potential refund if your cancellation meets Qantas' refund guidelines.
If you want to protect your booking in the case of an emergency then Cancellation Protection could be right for you. Cancellation Protection guarantees you a full refund (minus a small admin fee) when you cancel your Qantas flights due to an emergency circumstance. Emergencies such as court summons, vehicular failure or personal injury are all covered, along with a variety of other conditions. For a full list of applicable circumstances read our full Refund Protect Terms and Conditions.
There are some situations where you might want to cancel your flight for non-emergency reasons. If so, you might want to add our new ancillary package, Cancel For Any Reason, to your Qantas flights. Cancel For Any Reason allows you to cancel your flights for whatever reason you like and receive 70% of your bookings total value as a refund, no questions asked, no hidden fees. Your refund will automatically be sent to you 30 days after your cancellation is finalised.
We're here to help! If you need any assistance or additional information when cancelling your Qantas flights then don't hesitate to get in touch.
Qantas' cancellation policy changes based on the route you have booked with your tickets. In order to understand what set of rules apply to you please find your chosen flights in Qantas Fare Types list. Find the appropriate listing for your route and ticket class, then you will be able to see what rules your cancellation is subject to. Administration fees for cancellations vary from 150 to 800 Australian dollars.
Emergencies have a habit of cropping up out of nowhere at the worst possible time. If you're anxious your travel plans might be disrupted then you should add Cancellation Protection to your Qantas booking. With Cancellation Protection you will be able to receive a full refund (subject to a small admin fee) when you cancel your Qantas flights due to an emergency circumstance. This means that if the unthinkable happens and your car breaks down or you get injured before your flight, you are covered. For a full list of circumstances which are covered, read our Refund Protect terms and conditions.
If you need to cancel your flights for other reasons, typical tickets might not offer you a refund. That's where our new ancillary package, Cancel For Any Reason can save you some money. With Cancel For Any Reason you are entitled to a refund valued at 70% of your bookings total cost. Book your Qantas flights with confidence, knowing you have the freedom to cancel whenever you like, no questions asked. Note: Cancel For Any Reason coverage is valid until 48 hours before your scheduled departing flight, and compensation claimed will be automatically distributed 30 days after cancellation is completed.
Yes, however Qantas may apply an administration fee on flights cancelled within 24 hours for regular passengers. The amount deducted depends on your route and ticket class. Passengers with Frequent Flyer status with Qantas are allowed to cancel flights booked within 24 hours without paying a cancellation fee.
It is important to note that you if booked your Qantas flights through Alternative Airlines and you would like to cancel your flights within 24 hours you must contact us within our hours of operation (9am - 5pm GMT) so that we can process your request before the 24 hour window has elapsed. Any requests submitted outside of our hours of operation are not guaranteed to be processed before expiring.
Looking for advice when cancelling your Qantas Flights? Our friendly Customer Service team are always happy to help. Don't hesitate to reach out if you need any advice or support.
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Yes, and its easier than ever. If you booked through Alternative Airlines you can cancel your Qantas flights simply by navigating to our Manage My Booking interface. Frequent Flyers with Qantas have a 24 hour window during which they will not need to pay a cancellation fee. It is important to remember that if you book with Alternative Airlines and would like to cancel your flights within the 24 hour window you must contact us during our hours of business. (9AM - 5PM GMT)
Alternative Airlines make cancelling your Qantas flights easy. All you have to do is head to our Manage My Booking Page and you can cancel your Qantas booking in just a couple of clicks. Alternatively, you can get in touch with our friendly Customer Service team who will be happy to assist you cancel your flights.
Get a full refund through Cancellation Protection:
Cancellation Protection keeps your refund safe if you need to cancel due to an emergency situation. Adding it to your booking can give you peace of mind in the hectic run up to your trip abroad. Cancellation Protection guarantees you a full refund when an emergency causes you to cancel.
Get a partial refund through Cancel For Any Reason:
Cancel For Any Reason allows you to cancel whenever you want, no questions asked, and receive 70% of your bookings total value as a refund. Worried your plans might change? Then Cancel For Any Reason might be the solution for you.
Qantas have different policies depending on your ticket class and your route of travel. To find out whether a cancellation fee or cancellation restrictions apply to your booking, please read Qantas' Fare Rules.
Absolutely! Qantas' cancellation policies can be confusing, and a real headache on top of other travel plans. Cancel For Any Reason gives you total freedom to cancel whenever you want, no questions asked, and get a substantial refund.
