Qantas launches mammoth travel sale to Asia from just $520
A major airline has announced a mammoth one-week sale, giving Aussie travellers the chance to escape the winter chill for a bargain price.
Qantas is set to drop prices on return flights to Asian hotspots including Bali, Singapore, and Tokyo to as low as $519, with more than 100,000 discounted seats to be available.
The airline says the sale coincides with some of Asia's biggest events and festivals, including the Edogawa, ÅŒme City and Sumidagawa fireworks festivals in Japan in July.
Sightseers can also catch the Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival and the Halloween Street Party in Lan Kwai Fong throughout late October, or escape the chilly weather by booking a tropical getaway to Bali.
Economy return flights from Melbourne to Bali start at just $599, Brisbane to Manila from $829 and Sydney to Hong Kong from $929.
There are also flights from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane to Bangkok starting at $929 and to Bengaluru from $949, with return flights departing Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney to Tokyo starting from $949.
Qantas chief executive officer of international Cam Wallace said the airline was 'excited to be offering some great deals (from Tuesday) across almost our entire Asia network'.
'Whether it's chasing the sun in Bali, exploring the street food scene in Hong Kong or visiting friends and family, there's something here for everyone,' he said.
'These travel dates also line up with some great events and festivals across Asia, making it the perfect time to start planning a getaway.'
The sale will run from May 13 to midnight on May 19, and includes checked baggage, meals, beverages and entertainment on flights departing between June 1, 2025 and March 31, 2026.
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