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Avalon Airport is preparing for a major comeback, with plans underway to bring back international flights for the first time since early 2020 \u2014 and a direct Bali route is on the horizon.<\/p>\n

Jetstar Airways is expected to launch a new route from Avalon to Denpasar in March\u202f2026, operating five return flights per week, with over 120,000 seats projected annually. While the airline has yet to publish a full media release, multiple industry outlets have confirmed the plans as part of Jetstar\u2019s largest Avalon expansion to date.<\/p>\n

Jetstar is also expected to restart flights from Avalon to Adelaide and increase frequency on its Avalon\u2013Brisbane route, collectively adding more than 330,000 extra seats a year through the local airport.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is an exciting time for Avalon and the Geelong region,\u201d Avalon Airport CEO Ari\u202fSuss said.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe return of international flights and expanded domestic connections gives our community better access to affordable travel and positions Avalon as a genuine alternative for regional Victoria.\u201d<\/p>\n

Jetstar CEO Stephanie\u202fTully said the decision to invest in Avalon reflects strong demand for convenient low\u2011cost travel options outside of Melbourne\u2019s primary airport.<\/p>\n

A new Victorian Government-backed bus route, Route\u202f18, will connect Avalon Airport to Lara Station seven days a week, improving public transport access for Greater Geelong, the Bellarine and Surf Coast.<\/p>\n

Avalon previously operated international flights to Bali and Kuala Lumpur before the pandemic. This proposed route would mark Jetstar\u2019s first international service from Avalon and the airport\u2019s return to overseas operations.<\/p>\n

More updates will be shared through Avalon Airport\u2019s official website: avalonairport.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Avalon Airport is preparing for a major comeback, with plans underway to bring back international flights for the first time since early 2020 \u2014 and a direct Bali route is on the horizon. Jetstar Airways is expected to launch a new route from Avalon to Denpasar in March\u202f2026, operating five return flights per week, with […]<\/p>\n

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