Low-cost carrier Jetstar is giving travellers a final chance to lock in cut-price summer flights, with its ‘Day After Christmas Sale’ set to close at 11:59 pm AEDT on Saturday 27 December. Advertised lead-in prices start at just AU$37 one-way (Sydney–Ballina Byron) and AU$46 (Melbourne–Launceston), covering travel windows between mid-January and late February 2026.
For mobility managers moving staff between regional offices—or fly-in/fly-out contractors heading to resource sites—the sale offers rare savings during Australia’s peak holiday period. Club Jetstar members enjoy an additional AU$3-AU$4 discount on selected routes, effectively offsetting the annual membership fee after two round-trips.
For international assignees who will be adding onward legs beyond Australia—or for domestic travellers needing visas for future projects overseas—VisaHQ can remove a major administrative headache. Its Australian portal (https://www.visahq.com/australia/) lets companies and individual flyers research entry requirements, submit digital applications and track approvals for more than 200 destinations, all through a single dashboard that integrates with most corporate travel tools.
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Unlike some “light” fares, Jetstar’s sale tickets still accrue Qantas Points when booked via the frequent-flyer programme, making them attractive to SMEs that rely on points for upgrades on long-haul partner flights. However, checked baggage, seat selection and flexibility are extra, so companies need to weigh the total trip cost against headline fares.
The sale also provides a barometer of consumer sentiment: Jetstar typically releases inventory only when forward indicators show strong demand. Aviation analysts say robust uptake this week suggests domestic traffic could surpass 2019 levels by Easter 2026—good news for airports grappling with staffing shortages.
Travellers eyeing the sale should move quickly; Jetstar notes that availability is limited and some routes are already sold out. Payment must be made online and in full, and normal change-fee conditions apply. Corporate cardholders should check surcharge caps to avoid eroding savings.
For mobility managers moving staff between regional offices—or fly-in/fly-out contractors heading to resource sites—the sale offers rare savings during Australia’s peak holiday period. Club Jetstar members enjoy an additional AU$3-AU$4 discount on selected routes, effectively offsetting the annual membership fee after two round-trips.
For international assignees who will be adding onward legs beyond Australia—or for domestic travellers needing visas for future projects overseas—VisaHQ can remove a major administrative headache. Its Australian portal (https://www.visahq.com/australia/) lets companies and individual flyers research entry requirements, submit digital applications and track approvals for more than 200 destinations, all through a single dashboard that integrates with most corporate travel tools.
Unlike some “light” fares, Jetstar’s sale tickets still accrue Qantas Points when booked via the frequent-flyer programme, making them attractive to SMEs that rely on points for upgrades on long-haul partner flights. However, checked baggage, seat selection and flexibility are extra, so companies need to weigh the total trip cost against headline fares.
The sale also provides a barometer of consumer sentiment: Jetstar typically releases inventory only when forward indicators show strong demand. Aviation analysts say robust uptake this week suggests domestic traffic could surpass 2019 levels by Easter 2026—good news for airports grappling with staffing shortages.
Travellers eyeing the sale should move quickly; Jetstar notes that availability is limited and some routes are already sold out. Payment must be made online and in full, and normal change-fee conditions apply. Corporate cardholders should check surcharge caps to avoid eroding savings.
