Are you looking to travel to countries like Bali, Thailand, or New Zealand without spending too much money? Now might be the perfect time to book. Three major Australian airlines have just launched big sales on flights, and the deals cover both international and domestic routes.
Jetstar has initiated a special sale for travellers departing from Perth. From Tuesday at 10 a.m., fares to popular destinations began at $149 (approximately US$104). Bali is included at that price. Phuket starts from $205 (approximately US$143), and Bangkok from $225 (approximately US$157). Jetstar is also launching new direct flights to Christchurch, New Zealand, starting October 27. Those fares begin at $339 (approximately US$237). The airline said Perth is actually closer to many Asian destinations than to some Australian cities, making international travel an effortless choice for people living there. Jetstar is also adding a new cabin crew base at Perth Airport to support future growth. Travel dates run from October 2026 to late May 2027. Checked baggage is not included in these prices. The sale ends Friday, July 24, unless seats sell out first.
Qantas launched a sale of its own just a day earlier. It includes more than 800,000 seats across 300 routes and over 60 destinations, mostly within Australia. Fares start at $99 (approximately US$69) one-way. Travel dates cover December 1, 2026, to February 27, 2027, including busy periods like Christmas and school holidays. This sale also ends July 24.
Virgin Australia has gone even bigger, discounting one million fares across both domestic and international routes. Economy fares start at $49 (approximately US$34). International deals are part of the sale too. Return fares to Bali start at $429 (approximately US$300). Flights to Fiji start at $599. Business class tickets are also discounted, with fares starting at $219 (approximately US$153) one-way. These seats come with extras like lounge access and priority boarding.
Virgin is also offering bonus rewards points to travellers who book holiday packages before July 27. Some packages combine flights with hotel stays. One example includes a flight to Cairns with two nights of accommodation, priced from $479 (approximately US$335). This sale runs until July 27, with travel dates available from August 2026 through to June 2027.
With three airlines cutting prices at the same time, this is a good window to find a cheap flight. Whether you want a quick nearby trip or a longer international holiday, there are options to fit different budgets. As always, prices As always, limited prices may sell out before the sales officially end, so booking sooner rather than later may be beneficial. and may sell out before the sales officially end, so it may help to book sooner rather than later.
