11 April 2014
Auckland Airport welcomes additional Auckland to Perth direct flights
Auckland Airport has welcomed the announcement by Qantas that it will continue and also increase its seasonal service
between Auckland and Perth.
The seasonal service will operate from 5 December 2014 to 26 April 2015 and follows on from the success of the twice
weekly Auckland to Perth service that was introduced by Qantas last summer.
Glenn Wedlock, Auckland Airport’s general manager aeronautical commercial, says not only does the recent announcement
demonstrate the huge popularity of direct services on the Auckland to Perth route, but the additional flights could also
contribute over $10 million to the New Zealand economy.
“This latest announcement from Qantas to continue providing the direct seasonal service between Perth and Auckland is a
response to the high demand that was experienced on the route last summer.”
“Qantas had 34 flights and nearly 8,000 seats on the Auckland to Perth route last summer,” says Mr Wedlock. “Next
summer’s service will see Qantas operating 84 flights and almost 20,000 seats on this route during the December 2014 to
April 2015 period. We estimate this increased summer service could boost the New Zealand economy by over $10 million.”
“Not only will this seasonal service deliver more capacity and choice for travellers, but it will also stimulate demand
by making it more convenient for passengers to travel between Western Australia and New Zealand,” continues Mr Wedlock.
“As well as this, the proven popularity of the route will continue to deliver for New Zealand’s tourism industry and
economy.”
“It is also great to see Qantas expanding in Auckland, highlighting the strength of our market for developing profitable
growth.”
For more information please visit www.qantas.com.au.
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