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Sydney to Melbourne: earning Status Credits

This page estimates the Status Credits a SYD → MEL flight earns when credited to Qantas Frequent Flyer, based on QF own-metal earning over 438 miles (great-circle distance). Figures are indicative — use the calculator below for your exact fare and cabin.

Last verified: 2026-06-10

SYD → MEL indicative earning by cabin and class
Cabin	Class	Indicative Status Credits	Lark Score
Economy	Y	20 Status Credits	2.9% Lark Score — what is the Lark Score?
Premium economy	W	20 Status Credits	2.9% Lark Score — what is the Lark Score?
Business	J	45 Status Credits	6.4% Lark Score — what is the Lark Score?
First	F	60 Status Credits	8.6% Lark Score — what is the Lark Score?

The Lark Score is each cabin’s Status Credits as a percentage of the 700 Status Credits a new member needs from a standing start to reach Gold (Oneworld Sapphire).

Minimum 4 eligible Qantas or Jetstar sectors in the membership year.

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Origin

Sydney

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Destination

Melbourne

Operating airline

Sold as (the airline in the flight number on your ticket)

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Cabin

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Sydney to Melbourne: earning Status Credits

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