Jetstar Drops $34 Fares in Massive Sale Through August 24, 2026

Jetstar is slashing fares to $34 one-way across 225,000 flights in its ‘Get Onboard Sale’ ending August 24. Parent company Qantas simultaneously launched its biggest domestic sale of 2026, offering over two million discounted seats from $99 across 100 routes, with travel available through August 2027. Both airlines are targeting Australian travellers planning ahead for major holiday periods and regional getaways.

Jetstar’s $34 sale targets budget-conscious travellers

Jetstar’s ‘Get Onboard Sale’ runs until 11:59pm AEST on Monday, August 24, 2026, unless fares sell out sooner. The budget carrier is offering 225,000 discounted one-way fares starting at $34. Travel windows apply to these ultra-low fares, limiting when passengers can fly. The sale covers domestic and international routes, giving Jetstar customers access to heavily discounted seats across its network.

Qantas releases biggest domestic sale with $99 economy fares

Qantas Domestic CEO Markus Svensson announced the airline’s biggest domestic sale of 2026, with more than two million discounted seats across 101 routes and 60 destinations. Economy fares begin at $99 one-way on selected routes, including Ballina-Byron to Sydney and Adelaide to Kangaroo Island. Business class fares start at $269 one-way from Brisbane to Gladstone or Rockhampton, with premium seats to major cities priced from $299. The sale runs until 11:59pm Tuesday, August 25, unless fares sell out earlier.

Western Sydney International offers cheaper fares than existing Sydney airport

Flights to and from the new Western Sydney International airport are priced lower than routes from Sydney Kingsford Smith airport. Melbourne to Western Sydney costs from $99 one-way, while Sydney to Melbourne is $119. Brisbane to Western Sydney business class starts at $299 one-way. This pricing advantage makes Western Sydney an attractive alternative for travellers departing or arriving in the Sydney region.

Extended travel windows and holiday coverage

Qantas fares are available for travel through August 2027, covering major holiday periods including Christmas, New Year, school holidays, Easter, ANZAC Day, and winter breaks. All Qantas fares include checked baggage, complimentary food, and drinks, though selected travel dates and days apply. Regional routes are also discounted, with flights between Geraldton and Sydney from $399 one-way and Perth to Broome from $249. Jetstar’s travel windows are more restricted, limiting when passengers can use the $34 fares.

Final Thoughts

Both Jetstar and Qantas are competing aggressively for Australian travellers’ bookings. The simultaneous sales give consumers significant choice: ultra-budget Jetstar fares for flexible travellers, or Qantas’s extended travel windows and included amenities for those planning major holidays. Booking early locks in savings across both carriers through mid-2027.

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