By Alesha Capone
Jetstar’s first flight from Avalon in almost nine months will take off in time for Christmas, with services between the airport and Sydney set to resume on December 18.
The twice-daily return service follows the New South Wales government’s announcement last week that its borders will open to Victoria.
This will be the first time Jetstar has operated between the two destinations since March 31, and represents around 40 per cent of flights on the route compared to the same time last year.
Jetstar will continue to monitor the easing of restrictions between Victoria and other states and will add more flights from Avalon where there is demand.
Customers with existing bookings between Avalon and Sydney prior to 18 December, as well as customers with existing bookings to Gold Coast and Adelaide in December (where the borders have not opened to Victoria), will be contacted in the coming days with a range of alternative options.
Jetstar chief executive Gareth Evans said: “We’re excited to bring back low fares to Avalon, helping to reconnect family and friends and give more people the opportunity for a holiday after what has been a tough period for many.
“We’ve seen huge demand for flights between Victoria and New South Wales since last week’s announcement, so we expect travellers will be quick to take advantage of our low fares out of Avalon.
“As well as providing a direct link to Sydney, the resumption of services will help boost tourism back into Victoria, with Avalon being the gateway to the state’s famous Great Ocean Road.”
The flights from Avalon to Sydney will start at $71 per one-way ticket. (Prices based on payment by POLi, Jetstar voucher, Jetstar Gift Card, Jetstar credit cards, or where the total flights booking is redeemed in Qantas Points Plus Pay through jetstar.com. For other payment options, a payment fee applies. See jetstar.com/fees. Fares are one-way. Checked baggage not included. Selected travel dates and conditions apply).
