Flight attendant salary in Australia: the Aircraft Cabin Crew Award minimum for every level from 1 July 2026, what each level covers, casual rates, what flight attendants actually earn according to the ATO, and take-home pay in 2026–27.
A flight attendant earns at least $28.88 an hour ($57,065 a year) at Cabin crew member, up to $39.36 ($77,766) at Cabin crew manager (wide-bodied aircraft). The ATO median for flight attendants was $59,948 in 2023-24.
The Aircraft Cabin Crew Award sets the minimum pay for cabin crew. Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia and other airlines pay their crew under their own enterprise agreements, which set the actual rates, allowances and flying hours, so the award is the floor rather than what most crew earn.
Flight attendant award pay rates
Full-time 38 hours a week; per year is the weekly rate × 52. Casual rates include the 25% loading. Take-home pay is after income tax and the Medicare levy for a full year in 2026–27.
What flight attendants actually earn
| Occupation (ATO) | People | Median salary or wage | Average salary or wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight attendant | 11,009 | $59,948 | $63,574 |
ATO Taxation Statistics 2023-24, Table 15A. Includes part-time workers and overtime.
Airline agreements add allowances for flying duty, overnight stays and international trips, so crew pay usually varies a lot by airline, base and roster.
See also salary after tax, overtime calculator.
Common questions
How much does a flight attendant earn in Australia?
The award minimum runs from $28.88 an hour ($57,065 a year full time) at Cabin crew member to $39.36 ($77,766) at Cabin crew manager (wide-bodied aircraft), from 1 July 2026. The ATO median salary or wage for flight attendants was $59,948 in 2023-24, including part-timers.
What is the casual rate for a flight attendant?
$36.10 to $49.20 an hour under the award, including the 25% casual loading.
Which award covers flight attendants?
The Aircraft Cabin Crew Award [MA000047]. Airline agreements add allowances for flying duty, overnight stays and international trips, so crew pay usually varies a lot by airline, base and roster.
When do award rates go up?
Each year from the first full pay period on or after 1 July, after the Fair Work Commission's Annual Wage Review.
Sources: Fair Work Ombudsman pay guide and award text (Schedule A), Aircraft Cabin Crew Award [MA000047]; ATO Taxation Statistics 2023-24. Checked 2026-10-23. General information only.