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In an exhilarating development for Queensland’s bustling tourism sector, Brisbane Airport is on the verge of a monumental transformation with the imminent launch of numerous flight routes and augmented services in the upcoming month, setting the stage for a rejuvenated travel season.

The airport is poised to welcome an additional 1.3 million international seats over the next year, facilitated by introducing new services, the augmentation of existing routes, and a substantial increase in aircraft capacity. This influx coincides seamlessly with the commencement of the 2023 Northern Winter travel season, promising a vibrant and prosperous period ahead.

A significant resurgence has been witnessed in the International Terminal, with September recording a recovery of 81% of its pre-COVID-19 capacity. This figure is projected to escalate to a remarkable 90% by December, thanks to the launch of seven new routes and the expansion of several existing ones.

Highlighting the New Flight Launches:

Qantas is set to inaugurate three weekly services to Honiara (Solomon Islands), seven weekly services to Wellington, and a strengthened daily service to San Francisco, all commencing on October 29.
Jetstar will embark on a new journey with five weekly services to Tokyo (Narita) starting October 30, followed by Rex introducing seven weekly services to Adelaide.
November will see China Eastern making its grand entrance with three weekly services from Shanghai, escalating to a daily offering from December 11.
China Southern is not far behind, with four weekly services from Guangzhou launching on November 18, also increasing to a daily schedule from December 11.
United Airlines is expanding its footprint with four weekly services from Los Angeles commencing December 1.

Ryan Both, the esteemed Executive General Manager of Aviation at Brisbane Airport, expressed his enthusiasm: “This is a monumental stride for our tourism economy. A bustling Brisbane Airport directly translates to a thriving Queensland, and we are on the cusp of witnessing an extraordinary escalation in activity.”

The return of direct flights from mainland China via China Eastern Airlines and China Southern Airlines marks a triumphant comeback of Queensland’s most valuable tourism market, creating thousands of jobs and significantly boosting the economy. Furthermore, United Airlines is set to augment its presence in Brisbane, celebrating a year since its inaugural three weekly flights from San Francisco with an upgrade to a daily service, alongside introducing Los Angeles as a new destination just in time for the festive season.

Both articulated, “This phenomenal growth and the introduction of new services underscore the successful collaboration between the Queensland Government and airports, a joint initiative that has played a pivotal role in reinvigorating the state’s visitor economy.”

With these additions, Brisbane Airport proudly extends its international connectivity, linking Queensland to 29 global destinations. International visitors landing at BNE will also benefit from unparalleled access to Australia’s most extensive domestic network, with connections to 61 scheduled and charter destinations nationwide.

The stage is set for an unparalleled travel experience as Brisbane Airport spearheads Queensland’s ascent in the global tourism arena, promising a future filled with opportunity, connectivity, and economic prosperity.