The travel market between Australia and New Zealand is vitally important to both nations, as each is the largest source of visitors to the other. While new routes and services from China, Asia, and North America get all the attention, the trans-Tasman routes are the most reliable, so today's announcement of more Jetstar flights between the Gold Coast and New Zealand will be warmly welcomed. Jetstar adds more ways to get to the Gold Coast The Gold Coast Airport is the gateway to some of Australia's most well-known tourist hot spots, sitting on the doorstep of miles of pristine beaches, theme parks and lush hinterlands.
Today, low-cost carrier Jetstar announced it will significantly expand its Gold Coast network by adding new nonstop flights to Hamilton and Dunedin in New Zealand starting in June 2025. In recent times, Gold Coast Airport (OOL), a member of the Queensland Airports Group (QAL), has undergone significant terminal and airside upgrades and now offers passengers world-class facilities that evoke the essence of Queensland. Last year, the airport was a significant supporter of Bonza's attempt to grow visitor traffic in the region, so it is heartening to see that after Bonza's demise , it has secured this long-term relationship with Jetstar and Qantas.
The new routes will connect the Gold Coast to Hamilton in New Zealand's North Island and Dunedin in the South Island, spreading the catchment even wider for holidaymakers in both countries. QAL CEO Amelia Evans said the n.