Up To 11 Hours: Australia's Jetstar Adds New Long 1-Stop Airbus A321LR Flights
On November 6, Jetstar announced a new route starting in March. The low-cost carrier will operate a one-stop service from Sunshine Coast, Australia’s tenth-busiest airport, to Bali and then Singapore.
Bali holds a similar appeal for Australians as Cancun does for Americans and Malaga for Europeans. This route launch follows recent expansions, such as the Gold Coast and Newcastle gaining Bali service, with Newcastle setting a new record for its longest international flight.
Due to limited traffic rights from Australia’s main cities to Bali, Jetstar has adopted a more creative approach, supported by significant financial incentives for the new route.
Route Details
- Distance: 3,308 nautical miles (6,126 km) one way
- Start date: March 24
- Frequency: Three times a week
- Aircraft: Airbus A321LR with 232 all-economy seats
The Airbus A321LR offers low seat-mile costs with high capacity. The new service aims to capture demand from passengers who currently drive to Brisbane for direct flights, a market that has little booking data but strong potential.
"Jetstar will very easily grow demand from its new service."
For comparison, Air Astana operates very long A321LR flights to London Heathrow, demonstrating the aircraft's capabilities on extended routes.
Author's Summary
Jetstar’s new Sunshine Coast–Bali–Singapore flight leverages innovative routing and efficient aircraft to tap unmet demand and expand Australia’s international connectivity.