Sunshine Coast Airport has welcomedits first international service to Singapore via Bali, connecting the region directly to two of Asia’s most desirable tourism and business hubs.
The new service will operate three times a week, providing regional travellers with greater choice and easier access.
Sunshine Coast Airport CEO Chris Mills says more than 200 passengers boarded the inaugural flight heading off to Bali.
“Today is a proud moment for our airport and our community,” he says.
“Direct services to Bali and through to Singapore strengthens our region’s accessibility and helps unlock new opportunities for tourism, trade and investment. The new service represents significant planning and investment in our airport to make sure it continues to grow alongside our region.
“We’re delighted to partner with Jetstar to deliver this service and look forward to welcoming more visitors to experience everything our region has to offer.”
Jetstar’s head of network fleet strategy and planning Ted Knight says the airline is proud to be leading the way in opening new international connections for the Coast.
“Asia is closer than ever for Sunshine Coast residents and visitors, with today’s inaugural service from Maroochydore to Bali and Singapore,” he says.
“In the time it would usually take to drive to Brisbane, find parking and get to the boarding gate, Sunshine Coast residents will be preparing to land in Bali.
“We’ll be offering more than 70,000 low-cost seats a year on this route.
“So, our customers can afford to take off more for less to Bali or continue to Singapore and beyond.”
