Bonza Airline is adding “The Apple Isle” to its route map, flying its craft into Launceston from November.
The addition marks the low-cost airline’s first port in Tasmania, its 34th route, 18th destination and fourth state or territory.
Flights to Launceston will begin 21 November.
Travellers will be able to fly directly between the Gold Coast and Launceston three times a week on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays.
Bonza chief commercial officer Carly Povey said the new service was part of the airline’s plan to connect communities by focussing on unserved and underserved routes.Â
“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,” she explained.
“Since we launched in January, travellers have been calling out for flights from Launceston on our social media channels and today, we are delighted to deliver.
“The good news is, already more than 11,000 Tasmanians have downloaded our Fly Bonza app so they’re ready to go.
“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.
“It’s good news for Aussie travellers and the many small to medium businesses who make up the local tourism and hospitality industries.”
The news that Bonza is adding Tasmania to its itineraries follows the airline’s “refreshed route map” announcement last month.
In a letter to its customers the purple-themed discount airline admitted it was dumping five of its less popular destinations, and slashing less-frequented flight paths.
Potential passengers were told the changes would allow the airline to focus on more popular destinations.
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