There is a bird in this picture. There is wide-open business class availability on Qantas from the US to Australia in February, according to a report. spotty availability was found in January 2023 as well.
On the return that Alaska isn't showing, it appears that AA has availability from BNE-LAX.
Alaska Airlines has an amazing rate of 55K per way. You can get American A Advantage for 80K each way. Both Alaska and AA will allow flights to be positioned on their own metal.
This peak season availability will most likely dry up quickly so I wanted to get this out there as soon as possible.
You can use the flexible calendar options to find inventory. The non-stops have $35 in fees.
Alaska Mileage Plan can be used for 80,000 miles and you can book directly through their website.
Alaska sells QF Business for less than regular QF coach, and there are some fun things available. This is a great deal if you have Alaska miles.
For instance, my wife and I plan to go to the Australian Open next January, but want to make a pit stop in theSydney area first, so here's what we can get for 55K each: