Qantas has announced the launch of two new international routes from Perth, with direct flights to Auckland and Johannesburg set to commence in December 2025.
The new services are designed to enhance connectivity for Australians, providing more options across Qantas’ international and domestic network, which now spans over 100 destinations worldwide.
“We’re so excited to be launching two new international routes, unlocking more options and greater choice for all Australians to connect to the world through our growing network,” Qantas International chief executive Cam Wallace said.
Flights have been enabled through funding provided by the Federal Government to the Australian Border Force and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry.
The funding will also allow Perth Airport to boost its investment in staff, equipment, and facilities, strengthening border and biosecurity operations and enabling the airport to accommodate more international flights.
Additionally, the new routes will strengthen international links for New Zealand and South Africa, giving travellers expanded access across the Qantas network and its extensive global airline partners.
“By connecting Perth directly with Auckland and Johannesburg, we’re supporting the local economy by opening valuable inbound tourism opportunities for Western Australia, as well as generating new jobs for the state. These routes also enable further growth throughout Australia with connections across our domestic network,” Wallace stated.
“Our new Perth to Auckland route offers a convenient one-stop connection for West Australians to New York via Auckland on our popular QF3 service, while the new direct flight to Johannesburg provides a vital connection for customers in Perth to visit popular cities like Cape Town through our partnership with Airlink.”
Wallace expressed gratitude to Perth Airport, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, and Australian Border Force for their collaboration in making the new flights possible.
Meanwhile, Perth Airport chief commercial and aviation officer Kate Holsgrove described the launch of Qantas’ new international services to Perth as great news for Western Australia.
“Perth is a dynamic, expanding hub with incredible growth opportunities, and we remain focused on working with our airline partners to grow aviation connectivity to create more opportunities for Western Australia’s tourism industry and provide more options for Western Australians to travel.”
“Creating additional capacity within Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 will allow Qantas to add or expand their services to Western Australia and is an important interim measure as we build new terminal facilities at Airport Central so Qantas can relocate in 2031,” Holsgrove said.