03 April 2024 Western Australia's tourism landscape is set to receive a significant boost with the introduction of several new international and interstate flights. The latest announcement comes from Jetstar who are launching a new international service from Singapore direct into Broome.

The news follows a wave of launches from both international and domestic airlines, opening up easier access to the region for international tourists looking to explore the states dreamlike regions.

INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT NEWS

Jetstar: Singapore to Broome (June 2024)

This new seasonal route will offer direct flights between Singapore and Broome, Western Australia's – one of the world's last remaining wilderness.  Taking off on 25 June 2024, the low-cost carrier will operate two flights each week during Broome's dry season. The Jetstar Asia service will significantly reduce travel time between the two destinations by over eight hours, offering direct access to the Kimberley region with its unrivalled natural beauty, incredible wildlife, pristine waters, stunning beaches and tropical climate, making it a sought-after destination for travellers.

Qantas: Paris to Perth (July 2024)

Launching on the 12 July 2024 to coincide with the Paris Olympics, the near 17-hour flights will operate four days per week during the European summer on Qantas' Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft. Services will move to three per week from mid-August 2024. The flight will be the third direct connection between Perth and Europe following on from the direct routes arriving from London and Rome. The new service reaffirms the city as the Western Gateway to Australia, with Perth still the only city in Australia with direct air connections from Europe.

Thai Airways: Bangkok to Perth (March 2024)

Thai Airways has resumed its daily non-stop service between Bangkok and Perth. The service is expected to add 183,308 seats annually to the Perth market. With Bangkok a major flight hub, the renewed service offers expanded opportunities for international travellers.

Emirates: Dubai to Perth (December 2024)

Following a surge in demand from UK visitors Emirates is expanding capacity on the Dubai-Perth route with a second daily service from 1 December 2024. The airline has seen UK passenger numbers rise by a quarter in the last year.  The UK is the largest source market for visitors to Western Australia with 111,000 arrivals to Perth in the year to September 2023, spending £170 million.

INTERSTATE FLIGHT NEWS

Airnorth: Perth to Alice Springs (March 2024)

Airnorth has commenced its new Perth to Alice Springs non-stop service, offering three weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. This expansion adds nearly 12,000 inbound seats annually, providing travellers with convenient access to Western Australia's diverse landscapes and attractions.

Jetstar: Margaret River direct to Sydney (March 2024)

The first ever service from Sydney to Busselton-Margaret River launched on the 27 March 2024. The new service joins the already successful route from Busselton-Margaret River to Melbourne.  Operated by an Airbus A320 aircraft, the three-per-week service will offer more than 50,000 low-cost seats each year between Sydney and the world-renowned wine and surf region, making a trip to Western Australia's South West easier than ever.

All of these developments underscore Western Australia's commitment to enhancing its aviation infrastructure and promoting tourism growth across the state.

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Media contact:

Mala Mistry, UK Public Relations Manager, Tourism Western Australia

P: +44 7917 166180  

E: mala.mistry@westernaustralia.com

Photo Location: James Price Point, Broome

Photo Credit: Tourism Western Australia

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