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1-Apr-2025 5:45 AM

Qantas Group seeks rights for Jetstar to commence Perth-Manila service

Qantas Group head of commercial strategy and performance Scott Zeglin, speaking at Routes Asia 2025, stated (25-Mar-2025) the company applied for rights in late Mar-2025 for Jetstar Airways to operate Perth-Manila service. Philippine Airlines is currently the sole scheduled operator on the route, according to the CAPA Route Capacity Analyser.

Background ✨

Jetstar Airways planned to introduce a three times weekly Perth-Manila service starting 27-Nov-2025, contingent upon approval from Australia's International Air Services Commission1. Philippine Airlines initiated a similar Perth-Manila service on 27-Mar-2023, utilising A321neo aircraft, which added over 52,000 seats annually to the market2. Perth Airport recognised the service's potential to boost tourism and hospitality3.

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