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    Jetstar Business sale to HNL?

    Do Jetstar ever have business seat sales to Honolulu? They used to occasionally pre Covid but I cannot remember seeing a sale lately.
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    Batik Perth To Bali is it Malindo, Batik Air or Batik (ID) Air

    Hi Just trying to understand who this airline actually is. They seem to have three separate identities, which is confusing, to say the least. Thanks
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    Jetstar launches CNS-CHC, MCY-AKL, CNS-MCY

    I assume the CHC flight will be operated by a Cairns based A321N. Hopefully not a red eye. https://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/jetstar-heralds-new-qldnz-routes-with-fares-from-215/news-story/ceb6e1e10908bdec48dfc9f886e80698?amp&nk=eb67f3847214b632f251e1f5153f019e-1719148007#
  4. Mattg

    Jetstar launching Brisbane-Bangkok route

    I guess Jetstar must have seen an opportunity for BNE-BKK after Thai didn't resume flying it after Covid, and Thai AirAsia X pulled out. 3x weekly flights commencing in December 2024, on Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Afternoon flight out, redeye back (which is predictable). I had a quick look at...
  5. Mattg

    Double QBR points on Qantas and Jetstar flights (book by 20/6/24)

    This promo launched today: https://www.qantas.com/au/en/business-rewards/exclusive-offers/APES024.html You need to activate the offer. In return, you get double Qantas Business Rewards points on QF and JQ flights. Must book by 20 June 2024 and travel by 30 September 2024.
  6. Mattg

    You can now earn Qantas Business Rewards points with Jetstar

    I think this is new? You can now earn QBR points when flying Jetstar, if you've booked a fare with a bundle that ordinarily earns Qantas points. https://www.jetstar.com/au/en/help/articles/qantas-business-rewards-and-jetstar...
  7. elanshin

    Jetstar no longer offering Max bundle in Economy

    It seems that Jetstar isn't offering the Max bundle anymore instead theres now a "Flex plus". The big difference is now you don't seem to earn SC/Points at QF Flex but only QF disc Y. This does mean some extremely attractive SC per $ offerings are now gone. I do note that business max still...
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    Jetstar flight (on British airways ticket) confusion

    Bit confused - I'm flying to London from the Gold Coast on Christmas day. All the flights (including the Gold Coast to Sydney leg on Jetstar) were booked via British Airways. My question Re these - will Jetstar check my bags through to London or will I have to collect in Sydney and recheck at...
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    Qantas and Jetstar to launch new Vanuatu routes (Approved by IASC as of July 2024)

    More competition on the way with QF looking to utilise 738’s and E190’s, and JQ A321neos. ——— QANTAS POUNCES ON VANUATU AS ITS FLAG CARRIER FLOUNDERS Qantas and Jetstar are looking to move in on Australia-Vanuatu services following the collapse of flag carrier Air Vanuatu. The Flying...
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    Qantas International Lounge Perth T3 Access

    hello, I have Qantas Club membership, am I able to access the Qantas international lounge in Perth T3 if I'm going on a domestic Jetstar flight? Thanks
  11. chaosboi

    BNE to coughet - Jetstar vs Singapore Airlines

    I’m planning a trip to Thailand next year and almost ready to book flights but torn with a decision between redeeming my QFF or Velocity pts. The decision is between the flights that have just become available with velocity from BNE to coughet for 31,000pts & $217 which will fly Singapore on...
  12. henrus

    Kiwi Lawyer attempts to claim tax refund on $0 Jetstar fares

    https://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/350274685/wellington-lawyer-takes-jetstar-disputes-tribunal-after-cancelling-59-return-free Stuff article explains it all but in short this really bored and dumb Kiwi lawyer decided to purchase the return for free tickets that JQ offers with a max bundle, call and...
  13. Mattg

    Avianca's rebranding to "avianca"

    Some of you may remember when Avianca announced a major rebrand last year. The change? They were putting a lower-case "a" on the word "avianca". :rolleyes: There are some details here: Avianca Airlines Rebrands, Goes Lowercase This is how avianca's CEO described the rebrand at the time: So...
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    Jetstar - What happened to the butter chicken?

    It was the only borderline-nice thing about flying JQ internationally. And now it has gone? Source: Current menu: https://www.jetstar.com/_/media/files/foods-and-drinks/bc_from-australia_light-meals.pdf 2022 menu...
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    Jetstar Denpasar to Adelaide

    I am looking to book a Bali trip next year and have noticed that there are no daytime direct flights to Adelaide from Denpasar. There are plenty leaving Bali at 11.30pm for an overnight flight, but the ones that usually leave at 10.30am are no longer appearing as available. I have searched loads...
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    Jetstar compliments

    A question so rarely seen online but, is there a way to pass a compliment re Jetstar crew A cursory search of their website threw up a web chat which seemed to be more focussed on complaints, and may or may not be AI based Ordinarily I’d email QFF but uncertain if it would be passed on (JQ677...
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    Jetstar Lounge Invitation Missing First?

    Hi Brain Trust, I've passed on a P1 invitation to a friend for a JQ flight but there is no first option under the drop down? Is this working as intended? Typing in First doesn't work either. Enhancement? This is under the independent 'Jetstar Bookings' option.
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    Jetstar Asia launches Broome to Singapore flights

    Jetstar Asia to begin services between Broome and Singapore. Seasonal twice weekly service commences 25th June, running until late-October. Fares from $145. Source: https://newsroom.jetstar.com/jetstar-asia-announces-low-fares-flights-from-singapore-to-broome-western-australia/
  19. RSVKanga

    Jetstar flight almost takes off from Melbourne with “door” open

    EDIT: The original post alleging a cargo door was open was removed and replaced with this one: It’s the comms panel that was left open, not the cargo door, apparently
  20. Mattg

    Scoot getting Embraer E190s

    This is kinda cool. Scoot will take delivery of its first E190 regional jets in May. The 2-2 seating layout should be quite tolerable. The first 6 Scoot E190 destinations ex Singapore have been announced as Krabi, Hat Yai, Koh Samui, Miri, Kuantan and Sibu...
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