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Jetstar is ramping up flights on two Gold Coast–New Zealand routes less than a year after launch.
Starting in March, the low-cost carrier’s Dunedin and Hamilton services from the Gold Coast will each go from three to four flights per week, with each seeing load factors of more than 90 per cent on many flights.
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“We’ve seen strong demand for these services, and it’s clear the Gold Coast and New Zealand are both high on the holiday wish list,” Lyle Brownscombe, executive manager commercial planning at Jetstar, said.
“By adding extra services, we’re making it even easier than ever for families and friends to plan their next trip and enjoy more flexibility and choice.
“We’re excited to keep delivering great low fares with the support of the Queensland Government and Gold Coast Airport.”
Adam Rowe, chief of aviation at Gold Coast Airport operator Queensland Airports Limited, said the announcement of increased capacity six months after the routes commenced is a positive sign.
“We welcome Jetstar’s commitment to the Gold Coast by continuing to build on the strong demand for travel between New Zealand and our region,” he said.
“Since launching these services in June, we’ve welcomed more than 40,000 passengers on these services, and these additional flights will give travellers more options.
“Gold Coast Airport is Australia’s most connected airport to New Zealand and this further boosts our Trans-Tasman connectivity.”
Speaking in June, Minister for the Environment and Tourism, Andrew Powell, said the Hamilton and Dunedin routes – supported by the state’s Attracting Aviation Investment Fund (AAIF) – were a win for Queensland tourism.
“We’ve just launched a 20 year tourism plan Destination 2045: Delivering Queensland’s Tourism Future and attracting flights like these are a major part of our strategy,” he said.
“We know Gold Coast businesses and operators are ready to welcome our friends from across the ditch with open arms, and we wish them a warm Queensland welcome.”
The Gold Coast saw more than half a million travellers on its four previous New Zealand routes over the 12 months to June, with more than 80 per cent of seats booked out on average.
