Jetstar and Qantas Expand International Routes, Enhancing Connectivity
Jetstar and Qantas are expanding their international flight offerings, with Jetstar planning to launch a new route between Melbourne, Australia, and Colombo, Sri Lanka, starting August 25, 2026. This service will operate three times a week using Boeing 787 aircraft, adding 100,000 seats annually. Meanwhile, Qantas has introduced new routes from Perth to Johannesburg and Auckland, also operating three times a week with Airbus A330s. Additionally, Qantas will resume international services from the Gold Coast to Auckland from June 16, 2026, and plans to offer a Sydney-Auckland-Apia service. These expansions are part of a broader strategy to increase connectivity and provide more travel options for Australians.