Qantas launches largest sale in five years
The airline has launched its biggest domestic sale in five years, cutting prices on 1.9 million seats on 25 routes.
www.perthnow.com.auHere’s the latest on Qantas sale flights from reputable sources.
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A major domestic sale is circulating in April 2026, with one-way fares from about $99 on a wide range of routes and millions of seats on sale across 90+ routes, spanning into 2027. This follows recent increases in fuel costs and capacity adjustments by the airline.[4][8][9]
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The sale is being promoted as supporting both regional and capital-city travel within Australia, including popular holiday destinations and regional towns. Fare examples highlighted include Byron Bay to Sydney, Adelaide to Melbourne, and Gold Coast to Sydney at the $99 level, with some longer or premium segments priced higher.[1][4]
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Competing reports note the sales run for several days to weeks and are positioned as one of the largest domestic fare promotions in recent years, sometimes alongside Virgin Australia promotions during the same period.[9][1]
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For travelers, book early to lock $99 seats, mindful of blackout periods such as school holidays and long weekends; some routes may see higher fares or limited availability. The sale typically covers both economy and select premium/business options on certain routes.[1][4]
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If you’re outside Australia or looking for international deals, there are occasional global sale promotions from Qantas in the same timeframe, but the current widely publicized offers focus on domestic red-tail fares within Australia.[7][4]
Illustration: Example routes often highlighted in these sales include:
- Sydney–Byron Bay (9–14 options) from $99
- Adelaide–Melbourne from $99
- Launceston–Melbourne from $99
- Gold Coast–Sydney from $99
- Perth–Sydney or Perth–Gold Coast feature supported discounts on select days
Tips to act quickly:
- Check the official Qantas site or app for the exact discounted seats and terms, as availability can change by the minute.
- Compare equivalent Jetstar options if you’re flexible, since price parity can occur on some routes.
- Consider travel dates outside peak holiday periods to maximize savings.
Would you like me to pull a current list of routes and exact $99 fares for your preferred departure city and travel window? I can summarize available options and flag the best-value itineraries.[9][1]