In a major development, Bonza Airlines is set to expand its operations with the addition of direct flights from Mackay to the Gold Coast, with the airline confirming flights will be departing before Christmas.
The Gold Coast Airport will become Bonza's third base, with two aircraft designated for these new routes. Travellers will have access to 11 existing Bonza destinations, including Albury, Bundaberg, Cairns, Gladstone, Melbourne Avalon, Melbourne Tullamarine, Mildura, Rockhampton, Townsville, and the Whitsunday Coast.
Starting fares for these flights are expected to range from $49 to $79 per person one way. The flights will be available for purchase through the airline's exclusive app, offering direct bookings.
Tim Jordan, CEO of Bonza said the announcement is about creating more depth in Bonza’s network by connecting existing destinations with the Gold Coast.
“It is a huge boost for the economy and allows people in our existing destinations the opportunity to book an affordable flight to Gold Coast Airport and take a much-deserved holiday or long-awaited visit to friends and family,” he said.
The airline says there will be additional and new destinations that will connect with the Gold Coast and those will be revealed when the time is right.
“We’ll be adding new destinations to our route map that will fly from the Gold Coast and we continue to welcome conversations with airports around the country as we fulfil our mission to connect communities.”
This next phase of Bonza’s growth will see 70 new flights per week and almost 700,000 additional passenger seats a year into and out of Gold Coast Airport.
Initially, Bonza will partner with an airline wet lease provider to enable families to holiday and connect with each other over Christmas and peak school holidays at a time when global aircraft supply is challenged.
Mr Jordan said recruitment for roles at the Gold Coast will commence soon.
“Our new base means pilots and cabin crew who live here can come home after a day’s flying and enjoy the lifestyle that the region has to offer.”
CEO of Bonza Tim Jordan and Queensland Airports Limited CEO Amelia Evans
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