- Jetstar announces new direct route after success
of Melbourne to Busselton flight
- New direct flight set to boost tourism in WA's
South West
- Flights on sale today at 11am AEDT
Jetstar
has announced a new non-stop route between Sydney and Busselton Margaret River
Airport, which is set to boost tourism in Western Australia's South West
region.
The
three-times-weekly service will launch on 26 March 2024 and be operated by a
Jetstar Airbus A320 aircraft.
The
new service follows the commencement of the airline's highly popular direct
flight between Melbourne and Busselton Margaret River that launched in April
2022.
The new
flights will provide more than 50,000 seats between Sydney and WA's South West
in the first year, including overseas travellers wishing to access the
world-renowned food and wine region without stopping over in Perth.
The
Busselton Margaret River Airport is conveniently located 6.8km from the
Busselton city centre and just a 45-minute drive from Margaret River.
Earlier
this year, the Cook Government announced the commencement of further planning
for the long-term infrastructure needs of Busselton Margaret River Airport, on
the back of strong passenger growth and the potential for additional services.
The
new Sydney flight will go on sale today at 8am WST, with fares starting from as
low as $109.
For
more information visit jetstar.com.au.
Comments attributed to Tourism Minister
Rita Saffioti:
"Our
Government is very excited to welcome another direct link into WA, this time
from Sydney into our beautiful South West region.
"This
announcement comes off the back of the South West being named the
fastest-growing regional destination in the country by the Tourism &
Transport Forum, so we're expecting this to be a popular flight amongst
travellers from the eastern states.
"Direct
flights form a really important part of our tourism strategy, as it brings more
visitors into our State, injects valuable tourism dollars into our local
economy and, of course, supports local jobs and businesses."
Comments attributed to Regional Development
Minister Don Punch:
"The
introduction of these direct flights from Sydney provides a welcome boost to
tourism operators and small businesses in our spectacular South West region.
"This
comes after significant WA Government support to secure direct flights between
Busselton and Melbourne last year, which have unlocked new opportunities for
investment and job creation.
"The
Cook Government will continue to work with the City of Busselton and other
stakeholders to develop a business case for further development of Busselton Margaret
River Airport, off the back of growing popularity of the airport for commercial
passenger flights and FIFO charters."
Comments
attributed to Warren-Blackwood MLA Jane Kelsbie:
"We
are very fortunate to have incredible beaches, forests and caves coupled with
award-winning wineries and culinary experiences, which attract tourists from
near and far.
"Today's announcement just
makes experiencing this all the more easier for our friends in the eastern
states, and we're really excited to welcome them when the flights commence next
March."
