Newcastle Airport's Hobart-Newcastle service is returning for an extended second season, with a 27 per cent capacity increase.
The seasonal Jetstar route will commence on 27 October 2026 and continue until 24 April 2027, starting more than a month earlier than its debut year and offering over 28,000 seats.
Jetstar Executive Manager of Commercial Planning Scott Zeglin said “Due to the popularity of our flights between Hobart and Newcastle last year, we’ve added more than 6000 new low fares seats between the two cities.
“We thank the Newcastle Airport for their continued support in delivering more low fares and greater travel choice.”
The route will fly with Jetstar’s Airbus A320 and flights will run three times weekly on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, providing direct access in both directions throughout the summer travel period.
Flights from Hobart to Newcastle depart 6:20pm and arrive 8:15pm. Flights from Newcastle to Hobart will depart 3:40pm and arrive 5:40pm.
Newcastle Airport CEO Linc Horton said: “This route made history was when it launched in December 2025 as the only direct air-flight service between Hobart and Newcastle, generating new inbound travel into the Hunter while giving locals direct access to another much-loved destination in Australia.
“We are a gateway in both directions, meaning it is easier for locals to explore further afield, whilst we attract visitors to our fantastic region.”
Hobart Airport CEO Norris Carter said the route would make travel easier for Tasmanians looking to explore Newcastle and the Hunter region, “from stunning beaches and coastal adventures to the wineries and food experiences of the Hunter Valley”.
