Released 10/06/2021
Quotes attributable to Chief Minister Andrew Barr
Today’s announcement by Jetstar to start flights between Canberra and Brisbane is a significant further step in the tourism industry’s recovery and another vote of confidence in Canberra.
Coinciding with the start of spring and the return of Floriade, Jetstar will fly five times per week between Canberra and Brisbane on an A320 aircraft from 2 September.
Jetstar’s entry to the Canberra market will not only make travel from South East Queensland to Canberra cheaper and easier, but it will provide an opportunity to work with the popular carrier to promote our city across their extensive network.
Improving Canberra’s aviation links is a key priority for the ACT Government and the arrival of Jetstar into the Canberra market is another significant step forward.
An increase in visitors to Canberra supports local business and helps generate jobs. The ACT Government is committed to helping rebuild key industries like tourism and hospitality as part of our ACT Jobs and Economic Recovery Plan.
Quotes attributable to Jetstar Group CEO Gareth Evans
Jetstar Group CEO Gareth Evans said Canberra marks Jetstar’s 22nd destination within Australia, with demand for low fares domestic travel continuing to grow.
We’re excited to introduce our great low fares to Canberra for the first time in our 17-year history and thank the ACT Government for their support.
Our flights will take off in time for Floriade, helping to bring thousands of interstate visitors to one of the major festivals on Canberra’s calendar.
Especially with international borders closed, there’s is huge appetite for low fares travel domestically. We know these flights will be really popular and provide a great boost for tourism operators and businesses as visitors explore everything Canberra and the region has to offer.
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