Qantas sale offers domestic flights from $99

More than two million discounted seats are on offer in Qantas’s latest domestic sale, with regional destinations among the cheaper options for a holiday into next year.

A $99 airfare is tempting. Whether it adds up to a cheap holiday depends on where you’re heading, when you travel and what the return flight costs.

Qantas’s Australia Red Tail Sale (HYPERLINK) spans more than 100 domestic routes and 58 destinations, with economy fares from $99 one-way and selected business fares from $299.

The sale covers selected travel dates between November 30, 2026, and September 30, 2027, including some flights during Christmas, Easter and school holidays.

Bookings close at 11.59pm on Wednesday, November 4, unless allocated seats sell out earlier, see you’ll need to be quick.

For retirees and others with room to move their dates, it’s worth comparing departures outside those busy periods.

10 routes to put on your shortlist

Regional Australia features strongly among the advertised bargains. Here are 10 one-way economy fares worth investigating:

• Sydney to Ballina (Byron Bay): from $99.
• Brisbane to Hervey Bay: from $109.
• Adelaide to Kingscote (Kangaroo Island): from $109.
• Cairns to Townsville: from $119.
• Melbourne to Launceston: from $129.
• Sydney to Coffs Harbour: from $129.
• Sydney to Dubbo: from $129.
• Mildura to Melbourne: from $149.
• Perth to Geraldton: from $169.
• Brisbane to Hobart: from $199.

The lowest fare won’t necessarily deliver the cheapest trip. A destination where you can stay with family, use public transport or avoid hiring a car might offer better value overall.

For couples, check that two seats are available at the advertised price before building your plans around it.

Do the sums before booking

Start with the return fare, then check accommodation for your exact dates. An inexpensive flight can lose its appeal if it lands you in an expensive hotel weekend.

Compare nearby departure dates, too, particularly if you haveno fixed reason to travel on a Friday or Sunday.

Sale fares include checked baggage, food, drinks and entertainment, although inclusions vary between flights.

Selected travel dates and blackout periods apply. Check the fare rules for change and cancellation conditions before paying. Qantas warns that fares may be unavailable on some flights or days, and prices are not guaranteed until payment is made.

The routes above are advertised starting fares. Specific dates and live bookable prices still need checking before publication.