Jetstar is launching a brand new route between Melbourne and Queensland, with fares beginning at $151 to have fun the debut.
The primary flight between Melbourne and Hervey Bay will take off on Thursday afternoon.
This would be the first time that an airline will function this route.
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Positioned on the south coast of Queensland, Hervey Bay is understood for its stunning seashores, whale watching and proximity to the World Heritage-listed Kgari space.
To have fun the launch, Jetstar is providing round-trip fares to the favored vacation spot beginning at $151.
Flights depart from every vacation spot thrice every week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
Jetstar buyer government Jane Armor mentioned the brand new route was launched simply in time for Melbourne residents to go north for the winter and escape the chilly.
“We stay up for giving (Melburnians) direct entry to a brand new Queensland vacation spot on our low fare community,” she mentioned.
“Hervey Bay is a hidden gem for Victorians, as there has by no means been a direct flight from Melbourne to this a part of Queensland.
“Other than being the gateway to Okay’gari, Hervey Bay provides pristine, quiet seashores preferrred for younger households, entry to the Southern Nice Barrier Reef, and is without doubt one of the greatest locations on the earth to come across whales.”
Paul Truscott, deputy mayor of the Fraser Coast, mentioned the brand new street would increase tourism within the space “considerably”.
“We’re excited concerning the alternatives this new route brings,” he mentioned.
“It is extra than simply flights, it is about making new connections, exploring new locations and alluring southerners to expertise the Fraser Coast whereas giving us the chance to get pleasure from the whole lot Melbourne has to supply.”
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