Jetstar Announces Long-Haul SIN Services

Jetstar is to fly long-haul from Singapore to Australia, North Asia and/or European destinations from late 2010, the airline has announced.

As part of its Pan-Asian network growth plans, Jetstar will operate two A330-200 aircraft to its major Asian hub, Singapore Changi.

Jetstar's existing two-class A330-200 fleet flies from Australia directly to Bali, Tokyo, Osaka, Honolulu, Bangkok and Phuket.

Jetstar currently sflies 400 weekly return A320 services to 21 destinations directly beyond Singapore, including to Malaysia, Vietnam, China, Indonesia, Thailand and Australia.

Its CEO, Bruce Buchanan said the airline was in discussions with several airports to finalise arrangements and hoped to soon launch commercial pre-flight sales. "Jetstar continues to grow strongly as we build our Pan-Asian presence," he said.

Mr Yam Kum Weng, Executive Vice President Changi Airport Group, said: "We are pleased that Jetstar is on track to be the first airline at Changi Airport to offer low-cost long-haul flights for passengers.

"This is an exciting development. It will give air travellers greater choice, while enhancing Singapore's connectivity and attractiveness as an air hub. Changi Airport Group will continue to work with Jetstar to support its growth at Changi," he added.