In a major coup for tourism and local businesses in the region, flights between the Sunshine Coast and the nation’s capital were locked down for the first time
As part of the state government’s economic recovery strategy, Alliance Airlines will fly from Canberra to the Sunshine Coast twice a week starting October 23
Sunshine Coast Airport General Manager Andrew Brodie said the flights would offer up to 1,600 seats per month to the new destination
“This exciting new route will boost tourism both ways, with southerners looking to escape the cold Canberra and flock north to our beautiful beaches, beautiful hinterland and bustling seaside towns and the people of the Sunshine Coast. have the chance to explore the cultural gems of Canberra, « he said
« Sunshine Coast is one of Australia’s largest regional economies, and this service will position the region for continued economic growth and diversification, providing business travel links for key industries such as healthcare, agriculture, education and government »
Sunshine Coast Acting Managing Director Craig Davidson and Tourism Noosa Managing Director Melanie Anderson praised the flights, saying they would attract a new market to the area
“Canberra has always been a strong market for the Sunshine Coast and, due to our reputation for nature-based vacations, we believe we can grow this market significantly,” said M Davidson
« This is great news for our region and it will provide a much needed boost to our economy, » added Ms. Anderson.
« Noosa has long been a popular destination for Canberrans and we look forward to welcoming more visitors to Noosa »
Lee Schofield, managing director of Alliance Airlines, said the company is proud to launch the new direct service
« We are also extremely grateful to the Canberra Airport team who strongly supported this new service, » he said.
“This new flight also offers same-plane service from Canberra to Cairns via the Sunshine Coast and vice versa, meaning that this new service provides for the first time to Canberra and area residents direct access not to a but at two iconic Queensland destinations »
Tourism Minister Kate Jones said the deal, secured through the government’s $ 15 million Aviation Stimulus Fund, would inject hundreds of thousands of dollars into coastal businesses
“Today is a big victory for the tourism industry which will now be able to exploit a new domestic market in ACT,” she said.
“Since last week’s announcement that Queensland would reopen its borders to ACT, there has been a significant increase in upcoming flight activity from Canberra
« We know there is a growing population in Canberra To have direct flights between the Australian capital and one of the state’s most important tourist destinations is a real coup. »
Ms Jones said the government’s stimulus fund would be an « extremely important tool » to help the tourism sector recover from the pandemic
« We know how important direct air access is to our tourism and events industry and this fund allows our airports to target services that they believe will help boost our economic recovery, » she said. declared
« To date, our aviation stimulus fund has supported nine services that are expected to generate over $ 35 million for our economy and support over 300 jobs. »
Alliance Airlines introductory fares between the coast and Canberra are on sale until September 30 and start at $ 129 one-way, tax included
Fares between Canberra and Cairns via the Sunshine Coast are also available with a launch special of $ 249 one way, tax included, and are on sale until September 30
All prices include one free 20 kg checked baggage and are subject to availability To book, go here or visit your local travel agent
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