After initially leaving Tasmania off its list of destinations, Bonza have confirmed they will be launching a new route between Launceston and the Gold Coast.
The new year round direct service is the airlines 34th route and will launch this November, with tickets already on sale from $79 per person.
Speaking from Launceston Airport, Bonza’s Chief Commercial Officer Carly Povey said Tasmanians have been calling out for flights from the island since the airline launched in January.
“Today is a Bonza day for Launnie and Goldie locals who can now enjoy more of their backyard with direct flights that don’t cost the earth,” Povey said.
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“This brand new low-cost route is a first to operate year round and will open up opportunities in both destinations for tourism and trade.”
Povey also hinted at future routes and destinations for Launceston in the future.
“We look forward to revealing what’s next when the time is right.”
The news was welcomed by Launceston Airport CEO Shane O’Hare who said Bonza’s arrival would deliver huge benefits for Tasmania.
“Bonza is doing things differently and by providing direct connections between new parts of the country they are making it more affordable for Australians to explore their own backyard,” he said.
“These year-round services will make it much easier for Tasmanians to enjoy Australia’s favourite holiday hotspot, but it also opens the door for thousands more tourists from south-east Queensland and northern New South Wales to visit our state.”
The airline will fly the route three times a week on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays.
