Jetstar B787 Dreamliner – Photo: Jetstar
Jetstar will commence direct flights between Sydney and Osaka (Kansai), offering more than 100,000 low-cost tickets between the two popular destinations every year.
From 1 April 2024*, the low-cost carrier will take off three times a week using its fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliners – the first time in 15 years that Jetstar has flown the direct route.
The announcement follows news Jetstar will also start four weekly return flights between Brisbane and Osaka on 2 February 2024.
Jetstar Group CEO Stephanie Tully said the arrival of more Airbus A321neo LRs enabled the low-cost carrier to redeploy its Boeing 787s and grow its international network.
“This is the eighth international service we’ve launched or announced in the past year and our third new service between Australia and Japan.”
“Japan has always been a top holiday spot for our customers, so we know they’ll be excited to have easy access to this incredible Japanese city.” “Known as the food capital of Japan, Osaka is also famous for its nightlife, architecture, and history and is fast becoming a must-see destination for Aussie travellers.
“And in return, the launch of this new service means Jetstar will be the only airline to fly from Osaka to Sydney, Brisbane and Cairns – the three most popular cities for Japanese tourists.”
FLIGHT SCHEDULE
1 – 7 April 2024 (daylight saving)
| Flight # | Frequency | From | To | Depart | Arrive |
| JQ13 | Tue, Thu, Sat | SYD | KIX | 11:20 | 19:00 |
| JQ14 | Mon, Wed, Fri | KIX | SYD | 21:00 | 08:35 + 1 day |
8 April – 5 October 2024
| Flight # | Frequency | From | To | Depart | Arrive |
| JQ13 | Tue, Thu, Sat | SYD | KIX | 10:20 | 19:00 |
| JQ14 | Mon, Wed, Fri | KIX | SYD | 21:00 | 07:35 + 1 day |
^Available until sold out. Fares are one-way. Prices are based on payment by PayID, Jetstar voucher, Jetstar Gift Card, or bookings redeemed only in Qantas Points through jetstar.com. For other payment options, a Payment Fee applies. See jetstar.com/fees. Checked baggage not included. Selected travel dates and conditions apply.
*Subject to government and regulatory approvals
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