Jetstar launches direct services to Singapore from Melbourne and Auckland in December 2010

JETSTAR will begin daily direct flights between Singapore and Melbourne from December 16, and Auckland from March 17 next year, using A330 aircraft.

The low-fare airline's CEO, Bruce Buchanan, said the services will connect the company's three major hubs - Singapore, Australia and New Zealand – and “build a solid foundation for future growth”.

Jetstar Asia and Valuair CEO, Chong Phit Lian, said the new services will target leisure travellers, as well as business travellers of small and medium-sized enterprises and budget-conscious multinational companies.

“The services will also benefit travellers from Australia and New Zealand who want to connect to 21 other destinations on our network out of Singapore.”

For budget conscious groups out of Melbourne and Auckland, the new flights offer increased options and great flexibility for twin destination event programmes.