Major airline drops huge sale, new route
From November 27, the budget airline will offer year-round flights direct from Perth to the Manila, with seasonal flights direct from Brisbane to Cebu launching from December 3.
Starting at midday Tuesday, Jetstar will offer sale one-way fares from Brisbane to Cebu from $188, and one-way fares from Perth to Manila from $199.
The sale for tickets for Brisbane to Cebu will end at 12pm on July 16, while the discounted fares from Perth to Manila will end on Friday July 18 unless sold out prior and excluding checked bags. Jetstar will debut its new services to the Philippines from November. NewsWire / Nicholas Eagar Credit: NCA NewsWire
The services will operate three times a week, using the new Airbus A321LR aircraft, which the airline said is quieter and more fuel-efficient.
As part of the expansion, Jetstar will redeploy its wide-bodied Boeing 787 Dreamliners and the state-of-the-art Airbus A321LR and A320neo aircraft.
The expansion into the Philippines is an 'exciting milestone' for the airline, Jetstar Group chief executive Stephanie Tully said.
'From the pristine beaches of Cebu to the vibrant energy of Manila, these new routes offer greater value options for an overseas holiday,' she said.
'As demand for low-cost international travel continues to grow, our pipeline of new aircraft is helping us deliver even more low fares to new destinations – so our customers can take off more, for less.' The airline has launched a sale as part of its expansion. NewsWire / Luis Enrique Ascui Credit: News Corp Australia
Brisbane Airport chief executive officer Gert-Jan de Graaff said the new flight path 'strengthens important ties for Queensland's large Filipino community' and makes it easier for families to reconnect 'while boosting trade and business between two regions'.
'We know Queenslanders love to experience new destinations and Cebu will deliver in spades with gorgeous islands and people, rich Spanish colonial history, and vibrant street food culture, it is a tropical getaway waiting to be discovered,' he said.
'This new route marks Brisbane Airport's 34th direct international connection, which is the most ever, continuing our commitment to expanding travel opportunities and bringing the world closer to Queensland.'
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