MrsWF needs cheap QFF squiggles

[wandering_fred]

So am looking to get 4 segments PER-DPS-SIN-KUL-SIN ahead of a exJapan DONE3
Which brings Jetstar in its various forms into view.

1. Do 3K flights ex SIN booked as QF codes in conjunction with QF flights earn a squiggle?
Not that fussed with total point earns. Fallback option as fourth squiggle would come at
the end of the DONE3 so no status bonuses on AA later in the trip.
2. Will Jetstar book a double connection?
Both J* and QF will do PER-SIN-KUL --- No direct J* flights on the day PER-SIN
but J* PER-DPS-SIN-KUL turns out to be feasible... at least timewise, if clearing SIN
immigration is not required. And Sepang hotels are a lot less costly than in Singapore
And would save an extra overnight in SIN to book SIN-KUL-SIN separately
3. For a same day turnaround, would both 3K boarding passes be available in SIN?

The perils of trying to maximize the benefits of wandering
Fred

 

[Mwenenzi]

Eligible Jetstar flights (all brands) can earn SC. If it earns points will earn SC.
JQ seat only fares in NZ are an exception. They earn points but not SC's

https://www.jetstar.com/au/en/flights/frequent-flyer-partners/qantas-frequent-flyer

Qantas Points and Status Credits

When you’re a Qantas Frequent Flyer member, you can earn Qantas Points and Status Credits on eligible Jetstar fares. The table below shows how Jetstar fares align to the Qantas Frequent Flyer earn categories..
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Jetstar are point to point. Even if you book 2 flights on 1 PNR you need to pick up /bag drop checked bags

 

[aikman]

Jetstar are point to point. Even if you book 2 flights on 1 PNR you need to pick up /bag drop checked bags

This is not true.

They transfer bags for international to international. https://www.jetstar.com/ph/en/help/articles/baggage-transfers

 

[wandering_fred]

Eligible Jetstar flights (all brands) can earn SC. If it earns points will earn SC.
...
Jetstar are point to point. Even if you book 2 flights on 1 PNR you need to pick up /bag drop checked bags

It is unclear from the QF website that through flights with a 3K tag (with or without QF flight #)what the actual earnings will be.... ie is it an eligible flight?
Transfers in SIN have happened in the past and seems from conversations online with JQ that they will transfer in DPS as well. My question was whether anyone had success with 2 international transfers on one PNR
Or is my mind wandering
Fred

 

[wandering_fred]

I asked with online Jetstar chat about the double connection since it would be difficult for Mrs WF to make a QF 71 to 3k 90 minute airside bus connection (t1 - t4 in Singapore)
Their reply concerning JQ110->3K242-> 3K687
In this case you can proceed with the booking with the third party then contact us back to add code so our airport staff will be notified that she will be bringing assistive device, we will also create a case to attach on the booking, There will be a journey support to be assigned as well; so you have to have a booking first.
any suggestions about third party TAs willing / able to book Jetstar and confirm through connections and Flex Plus options....
My mind keeps wandering
Fred

 

[kangarooflyer88]

Any Qantas Group operated flight which earns status credits will earn you a squiggle towards Qantas status. Quoting the terms of Qantas Frequent Flyer:

A minimum of four eligible flights must be taken with Qantas (QF) or Jetstar (JQ, 3K, GK) flight numbers on your ticket

Indeed it is a popular myth that you have to fly to Australia to earn Qantas status. Taking some cheap Jetstar Japan flights or Jetstar Asia flights within the region will do the tricky just nicely as would a domestic JetStar flight out of Kiwiland.

To your point about booking a JetStar flight as a Qantas flight I frankly don't see the point and just see drawbacks here. For one thing, if booked as a QF flight, it's unclear whether you would earn status credits whereas if you book direct you know exactly which fare you are booking and consequently what you'll be earning. Second, JetStar does not do connections, that's a popular misconception people have. If you check a bag with JetStar you'll have to recheck it at every point. This is true even when flying solely with JetStar itself. And I know this first hand flying Darwin to Sydney via Adelaide.

-RooFlyer88

 

[ausfox]

Do classic rewards flights earn squiggles?

 

[p--and--t]

And I know this first hand flying Darwin to Sydney via Adelaide.

Domestic. Op is talking international

 

[Mwenenzi]

Indeed it is a popular myth that you have to fly to Australia to earn Qantas status. Taking some cheap Jetstar Japan flights or Jetstar Asia flights within the region will do the tricky just nicely as would a domestic JetStar flight out of Kiwiland.

Presumably you mean domestic JetStar flight in of Kiwiland. (can't be "domestic" and "out")
In NZ the lowest JQ domestic starter flights earn points but not SC's. Unlike in AU where the equivalent would earn nil QF points and nil QF SC's

https://www.jetstar.com/nz/en/help/articles/starter-fare-rules

Earning Qantas Points and Status Credits, JAL Mileage, Emirates Skywards Miles and Qantas Business Rewards

• Qantas Points and Status Credits are not earned on Starter fares - except for Starter fares on New Zealand domestic flights. These bookings will earn Qantas Points at the Discount Economy rate.
• If you are travelling on a domestic flight within New Zealand that connects to an international Jetstar flight, then you must purchase a Starter fare with Starter bundle that has Qantas Points and Status Credits included to earn Qantas Points and Status Credits.
• Starter fares are not eligible to earn JAL Mileage or Emirates Skywards Miles.
• Qantas Business Rewards are not earned on Starter fares.
• The terms and conditions of the third-party service provider may apply, and you should check these carefully before making your purchase. The details of the third party are provided on Jetstar.com at the time of booking.

 

[kangarooflyer88]

Do classic rewards flights earn squiggles?

If the classic rewards earn status credits then yes. In other words if you hold Points Club status and are on a QF marketed classic award flight (i.e. has a QF flight number). So something like London Heathrow to Singapore on a QF classic award flight as a Points Club member would earn you a squiggle.

Domestic. Op is talking international

You are right, although some clarification is needed here. Here is what JetStar has to say about through check bags:

Please be aware that we don’t transfer your baggage between flights. However, there are some exceptions:

• Connecting international Jetstar flights and flights with our partner airlines (see list below), where both international flights were purchased on the same booking
• Domestic flights in Japan connecting to international flights operated by American Airlines, Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, Japan Airlines and Qantas, where both flights were purchased on the same booking

Presumably you mean domestic JetStar flight in of Kiwiland. (can't be "domestic" and "out")

Point taken but I think you get my gist.

In NZ the lowest JQ domestic starter flights earn points but not SC's. Unlike in AU where the equivalent would earn nil QF points and nil QF SC's

https://www.jetstar.com/nz/en/help/articles/starter-fare-rules

Although even for JetStar NZ you can buy a bundle that earns status credits with Qantas (i.e., Flex/Flex Plus).