Jetstar Asia will commence a new seasonal route between Singapore and Broome starting 25 June 2024, the carrier says. The announcement makes Broome the newest international airport in Australia.
With the service, Jetstar Asia will become the only airline to offer nonstop flights between Singapore and the famous Kimberley region.
The Changi-based airline will also become the only carrier to operate international flights in Western Australia outside of Perth.
Operating from 25 June to 26 October 2024 – Broome’s dry season – the service will comprise twice-weekly return flights between WA and Singapore. The seasonal flights will recommence in April next year.
Subject to government and regulatory approval, the new service is expected to boost tourism in Broome and the Kimberley, as travellers from Singapore and beyond gain unprecedented access to the region.
Conversely, travellers from Australia’s North West will be able to enjoy all that Singapore has to offer plus easily connect to other destinations at Changi International Airport, including Jetstar Asia ports like Bali, Bangkok and Okinawa.
Launch sale
To mark the route, Jetstar Asia is discounting one-way fares from Broome to Singapore from just AU$145, available on the Jetstar Asia website.
Club Jetstar members will also have exclusive access to even lower fares from AU$135 (Broome to Singapore) one-way.
The launch sale will run until 11.59pm (SGT) on 2 April 2024 unless sold out prior.
Jetstar Asia CEO John Simeone said, “Just over four hours away from Singapore, Broome is an amazing destination for those looking for a holiday of a lifetime”.
“This new route, combined with our low fares, underscores our commitment to providing customers with a diverse range of destinations and incredible travel experiences,” he stated.
“I want to thank the Western Australian Government and Broome International Airport for their ongoing support and collaboration to make this happen.”
Tourism boost
Western Australian Deputy Premier and Tourism Minister Rita Saffioti said the news “presents an incredible opportunity to turbocharge international visitor numbers to Australia’s North West, and inject millions into the region’s accommodation, hospitality and tourism businesses”.
“It will also provide a new international entry point into Western Australia and offer many more itinerary options for overseas visitors from around the world, through Singapore’s Changi Airport as a major global hub, to help transform how visitors explore our magnificent state,” he added.
Meanwhile, Broome International Airport CEO Craig Shaw lauded Jetstar Asia for its commitment to the new service.
“International connections to Broome as ‘The Gateway to the Kimberley Region’ have been a long-held ambition for the local tourism industry and the airport, and we are extremely pleased that Jetstar Asia recognises the region’s desirability as a visitor destination,” Shaw remarked.
“This connectivity also brings Broome closer to the rest of the world, providing fantastic holiday and travel options for residents of the North West looking to save time and money by flying direct to Singapore, and then to any number of onward destinations.”
Eighth city
Echoing Shaw’s remarks, Changi Airport Group’s Executive Vice President for Air Hub and Cargo Development Lim Ching Kiat said the Singaporean hub was thrilled to become the first link for international flights out of Broome.
“Changi Airport congratulates Jetstar Asia on the launch of its new service, making Singapore the first international point out of Broome,” he stated.
“The addition of Broome expands Changi’s connectivity to eight cities in Australia, making us the most connected international gateway to Australia.
“With Jetstar also launching Perth to Singapore services later this year, travellers will have even more options to travel between Western Australia and Singapore, as well as connecting to cities in the region.”
On the other side of Australia, meanwhile, another domestic hub also has designs on becoming an international airport.