Australia’s winter has barely cleared its throat, yet Scoot is already giving travellers a good reason to reach for the passport instead of another jumper.
The low-cost carrier has launched its latest #GottaScootTuesdays sale, with one-way Economy fares from Australia to Asia starting at $169. The four-day deal runs from Tuesday, 28 July, until 11.59 pm AWST on Friday, 31 July 2026. Seats are limited.
The lead fare is from Perth to Singapore. Discounted flights from Sydney and Melbourne also put Singapore, Thailand and Taiwan on the holiday map. Put simply, the winter coat may still be useful at home, but it has little sway beside a Phuket beach.
The sale covers travel from 5 October to 22 November 2026 and from 18 January to 18 March 2027. These dates sit outside some of the busiest holiday peaks. They give Australians a chance to plan a late-spring break or an early-2027 escape before demand rises again.
Adam Kelly, General Manager, Scoot Australia, said Australians did not need to wait for the local summer to find warmer weather.
“You don’t have to wait until December to feel the sun on your face,” Mr Kelly said.
“Australians can swap the cold for tropical beaches, incredible food and some of Asia’s most exciting cities. With fares starting from just $169, this sale is a great excuse to put winter on hold and start planning for something warmer.”
Perth leads the bargain hunt
Western Australian travellers get the lowest headline fare, with Perth to Singapore from $169 one-way. Bangkok starts at $225. Phuket and Krabi begin at $210.
Koh Samui is priced from $285 and Taipei from $250. The fares make good use of Perth’s shorter reach into Asia. They also give agents a strong hook for clients seeking a short overseas break.
Singapore is the clear gateway choice. It suits a city stop, a food-led holiday or a link to another point on Scoot’s network. Bangkok brings street food, hotels and plenty of late-night energy. Phuket and Krabi offer warm seas and easy resort stays. They can also make an Australian winter feel like someone else’s paperwork.
Sydney and Melbourne gain broad choice
From Sydney, one-way fares start at $245 to Singapore. Phuket and Krabi are available from $295. Bangkok starts at $325, Taipei at $330 and Koh Samui at $350.
Melbourne travellers can reach Singapore from $220. Bangkok starts at $310. Phuket and Krabi begin at $315, Taipei at $330 and Koh Samui at $350.
The mix gives travel advisers plenty to sell. There are city breaks, island stays and food-focused trips. Singapore works well for a short stop or a family holiday. Bangkok has enough depth for first-time and repeat visitors. Thailand’s southern beaches, meanwhile, continue to make office calendars look faintly silly.
Taipei adds another lively city choice. It offers night markets, local dining, shopping and simple day trips. Koh Samui is the polished island option for guests who prefer a resort pool, a sea view and no pressing task beyond lunch.
The cheap fare is only the first cost
As with any low-cost sale, travellers should read the rules before treating the headline price as the full holiday bill.
Scoot says the listed fares are one-way and include taxes. Yet Economy Basic fares do not include checked bags, meals, inflight entertainment or seat choice. A payment fee may also apply. Optional extras can raise the final cost.
Seats may not be offered on every flight or date. Blackout periods can apply during school holidays and major events. Sale bookings are usually non-refundable, except where Scoot’s Conditions of Carriage say otherwise.
None of that cancels the value. It simply means travellers should compare the full trip price, not just the first figure on the screen. A $169 fare can still be fine buying. But luggage, dinner and sunscreen have never been known to travel free.
Bookings must be made through Scoot’s official #GottaScootTuesdays sale page or its supported mobile app for selected Scoot-operated flights. Full payment is due at booking. Fares remain subject to confirmation, seat supply and possible tax changes caused by currency moves.
Travellers can also check Scoot’s fare inclusions and fees and read its Conditions of Carriage before paying.
A well-timed push for future bookings
For the travel trade, the sale lands at a useful time. Australians in the last stretch of winter are ready to hear about sunshine. The two travel periods also help advisers turn that interest into bookings after the current peak.
The campaign gives agents a simple value story across three Australian gateways. Perth owns the lowest entry point. Melbourne follows with Singapore from $220. Sydney still offers a wide range of popular leisure spots.
The offer is also easy to explain. Book in a four-day window. Travel in set shoulder-season periods. Choose from places with broad appeal and proven holiday value.
Scoot’s sale may not fix the weather outside, but it offers a sound alternative: leave it behind. With Asia fares from $169, winter has been handed its boarding pass, and it appears to be travelling one way.
By: Octavia Koo – © 2026.
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