Qantas launches mammoth international sale with prices starting at $299
Qantas is running a huge discount on hundreds of flights around the world, starting at $299.
The sale will run for a week and offer discounted prices on flights to more than 60 routes, including 30 international destinations.
The big sale includes one-way international flights from Sydney to Auckland or Wellington for $299 between February 23, 2026 and December 31, 2026.
Other fares include destinations in Europe, North and South America, Asia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the Pacific.
Round-trip economy fares from Melbourne and Sydney to Singapore start at $769 between February and March; making it the perfect time to catch the colorful Chingay Parade and celebrate the Lunar New Year celebrations.
The sale also marks the launch of discounted seats on a one-way economy flight from the Gold Coast to Auckland starting at $309. The opening ceremony starts on June 16.
Perth residents can enjoy the European summer with affordable round-trip flights to Paris for $1549 between July, August and September.
Those who want to travel to the USA are also lucky; Economy return flights from Melbourne or Sydney to New York start from $1399, with flights available during the October school holidays.
Other deals include affordable round-trip flights from Brisbane to Los Angeles for $999, with travel dates just in time for the second week of the Coachella Festival.
Round-trip premium economy flights from Melbourne to San Francisco and Sydney to Los Angeles start at $3,299.
The flight sale comes after new data revealed more than 12.5 million Australians will holiday abroad from November 2024 to 2025; This represents an annual increase of almost 9 percent.
“Australians continue to show a strong appetite for international travel and with the strengthening of the Australian dollar and some excellent selling prices across almost our entire international network, it’s the perfect time to plan an overseas trip,” Qantas International CEO Cam Wallace said.
“Whether customers are looking to holiday in Singapore, Bali and Japan, or are looking at long-term favorites like London, Paris and New York, this sale gives people a great chance to grab a great deal.”
The big sale comes just in time for a variety of events across the U.S. this year, including the World Cup, America’s 250th anniversary and the centennial of Route 66, said Chris Heywood, senior vice president of public relations for Brand USA.
“There are constantly new demand creators creating interest and urgency to explore the unrivaled beauty, vibrancy and appeal of the world’s most desired destination, and with the strengthening of the Australian dollar in recent months, now is a great time to see and experience the US first-hand,” he said.
Qantas discount includes checked bags and free food and drinks. The sale will run from February 4 to February 11, with select blackout dates valid until midnight on Monday, February 9, unless sold out in advance.
