Sonali Tiwary
Jetstar’s pulling out all stops for its 21st birthday bash with a massive 48‑hour flash sale offering free return flights. The public sale begins at midnight AEST on May 7 and runs until 11:59 PM AEST on May 8, 2025, with Club Jetstar members getting early access from midday AEST on May 6.
The numbers tell the tale – 95,000 free return Starter fares are spread across 80 domestic and international routes. Domestically, you can fly starting at $38, while international routes begin at $154.
Jetstar Group CEO, Stephanie Tully said: “Over the years, we have become famous for running a huge birthday sale – and our 21st year is no exception. We know that Aussies love a sale almost as much as they love a holiday, so we are proud to offer these incredibly low fares to customers as we celebrate the start of our third decade. Around one in three Jetstar customers travel for less than $100 and we’re committed to keeping fares low so our customers can spend more on their holiday.”
Let’s cut through the jargon. When Jetstar says “Return for Free,” here’s what you’re getting: Book any outbound Starter fare, and your return leg costs exactly $0. Starter fares include carry‑on baggage allowance only. Need more? You’ll pay extra.
Most fares are non‑refundable, changes will cost you (both a change fee and any fare difference), and if you cancel your paid outbound flight, that free return is canceled too.
Want to maximize this deal? Pounce early – these Starter fares vanish quickly. Mid‑week flights (Tuesday through Thursday) typically have better availability. Skip seat selection initially to save on fees, and consider sharing checked baggage across passengers to cut per‑person costs. Set alerts through the Jetstar app for your preferred routes.
Club Jetstar membership costs $65 annually (renews at $55) and gets you early access to sales. Check Jetstar’s website for complete details on loyalty benefits and points earning potential for different fare types .
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Domestic
- Sydney to Ballina Byron from $38
- Newcastle to Gold Coast from $59
- Hobart to Melbourne (Tullamarine) from $69
- Sydney to Sunshine Coast from $62
- Adelaide to Melbourne (Tullamarine) from $70
- Gold Coast to Melbourne (Tullamarine) from $75
- Cairns to Brisbane from $89
- Melbourne (Tullamarine) to Busselton Margaret River from $159
- Perth to Sydney from $189
International
- Perth to Bali (Denpasar) from $154
- Perth to Singapore from $165
- Darwin to Bali (Denpasar) from $173
- Melbourne (Tullamarine) to Singapore from $209
- Sydney to Port Villa (Vanuatu) from $209
- Adelaide to Bali (Denpasar) from $239
- Cairns to Osaka (Kansai) from $285
- Sydney to Phuket from $299
- Brisbane to Seoul (Incheon) from $309
- Brisbane to Tokyo (Narita) from $373
The sale covers domestic travel from early September 2025 to late March 2026, while international travel dates range from late May 2025 to late March 2026.
This year’s birthday celebration includes 95,000 free return fares across Jetstar’s network – their biggest birthday promotion to date.
The timing aligns with strong recovery trends in the aviation and tourism sectors. For the latest industry statistics and forecasts, check the official reports from IATA, the Australian Bureau of Statistics and Tourism Australia. In comparison, Qantas’ recent 72‑hour Super Sale offered economy returns from $499 to Pacific destinations.
For bargain hunters, now’s your chance to lock in travel through March 2026. Just remember to read the fare rules carefully, consider your baggage needs, and book fast – 95,000 seats might sound like a lot, but with deals this sharp, they won’t last long.
