[lovetravellingoz]

I am off in March to Bali on JQ via Syd.

However the first flight to SYD from MEL is a JQ code share on QF metal.


So my question is (and I note that son this forum have taken this route of late)....do you check in at the JQ or QF desk in MEL?

I am on StarClass Promo seats ...but am also a QC member....which adds to the complexity as some say that the Promo fare does not get the priorty benefits on the MEL - SYD leg...including I presume check in (though I could ).

Adding complexity.....as the first leg is domestic I assume I check in at the domestic terminal.....and also some say that the Starclass Promo does not get youa business QF seat or queue???)

My main concern is wanting the priority check in...

If it is via the QF desk...then asa QC member I can uise that queue...but if it is the JQ desk....do I miss out?

Is theira a Starclass Domestic JQ check in for connecting flights?


My main issue is wanting the priority check in

[Kiwi Flyer]

Check in with QF (it is always with the operating airline).

Assuming the QF flight number is not under 400 it will leave from domestic terminal at MEL.

[serfty]

From "Ask JetStar", I get the following (answer number 164):

Multiple sectors can only be booked as connecting flights in the same booking if listed as a connecting fare.

Jetstar offers connecting fares on a number of connecting flight markets as part of the improved functionality of our booking system.

This provides you with an easier way to book two separate flight segments in the same booking. However, unless otherwise advised, you're still responsible for making your next flight and re-checking in your baggage.

...

Unless otherwise advised, passengers must always check-in between flights.

If you’re travelling on a Jetstar Domestic Australian flight, you can check-in for your flight at Jetstar check-in counters or, if you only have hand luggage (no checked baggage) you can also check in at selected Qantas Clubs only. Check-in is not available at the gate lounges.

Check-in for international flights is not available at the Qantas Club.

So, barring any further information, I would suggest checking in with Qantas in SYD for you domestic segment (using the QC line if you have baggage and at the QP if not).

Once you get to MEL, look for the StarClass JQ Check-in queue and go from there.

[lovetravellingoz]

Originally Posted by Kiwi Flyer

Check in with QF (it is always with the operating airline).

Assuming the QF flight number is not under 400 it will leave from domestic terminal at MEL.

Thanks for that...I thought that was the case....


My flight is from the Domestic Terminal....though with my second flight being international I would not mind if it was International.

Interestingly I know from looking at my booking that my flight has been changed from 3pm to 2;30pm.....though JetStar have not yet advised me of this.

The SYD-DPS flight has also been made earlier....(so hence the change)...which suits me.

[serfty]

A little more; if you have checked luggage, you may be able to have it checked through from SYD to DPS.

More here: Jetstar - Recommended Connection Times and Baggage Transfers

[serfty]

I little more research has cast a small doubt on this.

I am not sure of this however, as there is no time specified in relation to MEL for "Jetstar (JQ) Domestic (flight numbers JQ6000-6999) to:" "Jetstar (JQ) International". Nor is there any time specification for "Jetstar (JQ) International to:" "Jetstar (JQ) Domestic (flight numbers JQ6000-6999)" at MEL. Only timers for SYD are specified.

Interestingly, MEL times are specified for JQ<->JQI.

I have the feeling this may be in error and if you have checked luggage, the best thing is to ask when checking in.

[lovetravellingoz]

Thanks Serfty...Yes that is correct that my bags will automatically forwarded rather than having to check them ina second time.

I had that confirmed just after I originally made the booking (by calling them(...and is a "perk" of having a connecting flight on GF rather than JQ metal.

[lovetravellingoz]

Originally Posted by serfty

, the best thing is to ask when checking in.

I agree, and when I havea connecting flight...I have always done this in the past (including on other airlines).

I will also be seeking boarding passes for the next flight as this "confirms" my 5 seats... in advance of others who would be checking in in Sydney later.

I assumes that for JetStar Starclass this will be particularly advisable as I understand that with their system that the seat I have nominated is a seating preference rather than seat confirmation.

[lovetravellingoz]

Originally Posted by serfty

I little more research has cast a small doubt on this.

I am not sure of this however, as there is no time specified in relation to MEL for "Jetstar (JQ) Domestic (flight numbers JQ6000-6999) to:" "Jetstar (JQ) International". Nor is there any time specification for "Jetstar (JQ) International to:" "Jetstar (JQ) Domestic (flight numbers JQ6000-6999)" at MEL. Only timers for SYD are specified.

Interestingly, MEL times are specified for JQ<->JQI.

I have the feeling this may be in error and if you have checked luggage, the best thing is to ask when checking in.

thanks for the link to the table... I think but do not know ...that the times are just relating to the connecting flight time....and that the Bagge Transfer is simply the last column...ie...is provided or not.

[Kiwi Flyer]

Originally Posted by lovetravellingoz

My flight is from the Domestic Terminal....though with my second flight being international I would not mind if it was International.

A dom->int connection at MEL is much easier than at SYD.