Virgin Australia - New Services between Hobart & Perth
From 17 September, Virgin Australia will operate a thrice-weekly return service between Hobart and Perth on the airline’s Boeing 737 aircraft.
Virgin Australia General Manager, Network, Revenue and Alliances, Russell Shaw, said that the new services would create an important connection between two unique capital cities.
“Virgin Australia is proud to deliver a faster, more convenient and affordable way to travel between Hobart and Perth,” he said.
The new route provides travellers with more opportunity to explore all that Hobart, and Tasmania, have to offer. The Premier of Tasmania, the Honorable Will Hodgman, heralded the benefit that the new route would bring to their tourism industry.
“The Tasmanian Government warmly welcomes this new service which will increase the opportunity for people to experience Tasmania’s unrivalled natural environment, world-class produce and events,” he said.
Perth is one of the most popular destinations for guests travelling out of Tasmania, with its wonderful cafes, beaches and culture. Perth Airport Chief Corporate Service Officer, Debra Blaskett, highlighted the importance of opening another connection for the city, with the new service providing seats for nearly 55,000 passengers to fly directly between Perth and Hobart.
The direct flight will save passengers at least an hour of travelling time.