Originally Posted by
spgaston
Just wondering if it is legal to connect in SYD/BNE/MEL on a Qantas award to NZ using Mileage Plan miles, in case LAX-AKL doesn't have availability or we want to fly on the A380

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On a similar note is a combination award one-way on QF return on Cathay or KE allowed?
You should be able to transfer through Australia without a stopover.
One-way awards aren't allowed with partners unless you want to spend the miles for two round trips.