Qantas and Jetstar Boost Brisbane-Melbourne Flights
Qantas (QF) and Jetstar (JQ) have announced plans to operate up to 27 extra flights between Brisbane (BNE) and Melbourne (MEL) to accommodate fans traveling, contingent on the Brisbane team’s victory on Saturday night.
Flight Details
Should Brisbane win, Qantas will introduce seven additional return flights and one extra one-way flight from Melbourne to Brisbane. These services will utilize Boeing 737 aircraft.
- Qantas: 7 additional return services and 1 one-way route
- Jetstar: 6 extra return flights using Airbus A320 aircraft
Together, these additional services will provide over 4,500 extra seats from Friday, September 26 to Monday, September 29, supplementing the current schedule to offer more travel options for fans.
Ticket Availability and Pricing
| Carrier | Route | Date | Price (One-way) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jetstar (JQ) | Brisbane → Melbourne | Thu 25 Sep | $295 |
| Jetstar (JQ) | Brisbane → Melbourne | Fri 26 Sep | $277 |
| Jetstar (JQ) | Brisbane → Melbourne | Sat 27 Sep (AM) | $231 |
| Jetstar (JQ) | Melbourne → Brisbane | Sat 27 Sep (PM) | $231 |
| Jetstar (JQ) | Melbourne → Brisbane | Sun 28 Sep | $403 |
| Jetstar (JQ) | Melbourne → Brisbane | Mon 29 Sep | $242 |
| Qantas (QF) | Brisbane → Melbourne | Thu 25 Sep | $345 |
| Qantas (QF) | Brisbane → Melbourne | Fri 26 Sep | $345 |
| Qantas (QF) | Brisbane → Melbourne | Sat 27 Sep (AM) | $410 |
| Qantas (QF) | Melbourne → Brisbane | Sat 27 Sep (PM) | $284 |
| Qantas (QF) | Melbourne → Brisbane | Sun 28 Sep | $503 |
| Qantas (QF) | Melbourne → Brisbane | Mon 29 Sep | $606 |
Tickets for these flights will be available shortly after the game concludes on Saturday night. Fans are advised to book early as low fares typically sell out quickly during high-demand events.
Conclusion
Qantas and Jetstar frequently adjust their flight schedules in response to major events, providing additional capacity to meet increased demand. With an extra 4,500 seats available, the airlines aim to ensure that Brisbane fans have ample opportunities to support their team in Melbourne if they progress further. Travelers are encouraged to purchase tickets promptly to secure low-cost options.
