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SINGAPORE, 07 December 2007

Jetstar Asia granted rights to mount Kuala Lumpur flights

Leading low fare carrier Jetstar Asia has been granted the rights by Singapore's Air Traffic Rights Commitee to start a daily service between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia from 1 February 2008.

The services will give consumers ticket savings of up to 70 per cent compared to the current fares available.

"I am most delighted with the approval," says Ms Chong Phit Lian, Chief Executive Officer of Jetstar Asia/Valuair.

"Jetstar Asia is happy to provide a low-fare air travel alternative for both business and leisure travelers between the two cities. We are confident our product will be well supported in view of the strong ties between the two cities where many residents of both cities have friends and relatives. Jetstar Asia's big advantages are our operations out of Changi Airport Terminal One, free online seat selection, pre-assigned seating and 20-kg baggage allowance. Our customers get to enjoy a myriad of shopping and dining options, in addition to the comfort and accessibility of Terminal One. We will soon roll out special promotions to our current database of customers so log on to www.jetstar.com to check out our special fares!"

SINGAPORE, 14 November 2007

Jetstar Asia launches daily flights to Macau
Promotional fares to start from $28 per way

From 2 February 2008, Jetstar Asia will commence daily flights to the exciting city of Macau! To celebrate this occasion, the airline is offering promotional fares to Macau from $28 per way (Sale from 14-18 November, travel period from 2 February to 30 June 2008).

Ms Chong Phit Lian, Jetstar Asia/Valuair's Chief Executive Officer said: "Jetstar Asia's launch of daily flights to Macau serves as a direct air link catering to the growing number of visitors from Singapore to Macau. Our expansion into new destinations and the increasing of capacity to existing destinations indicates a clear sign of growth."

Located 60km from Hong Kong and 145km from Guangzhou, Macau is one of the two special administrative regions (SARs) of People's Republic of China, the other being Hong Kong. With 442 years of Portuguese rule, Macau is the oldest European colony in the history of East Asia. Macau has undergone remarkable changes in recent years. Testament of Macau's booming economy lies in its tourism numbers which have grown from 9.1 million visitors in 2000 to almost 22 million last year. Latest developments include the Wynn Macau, MGM Grand Macau and the upcoming Sofitel Macau at Ponte 16.

This year, the first phase of Macau's Cotai Strip opened with The Venetian Macau, a mega integrated shopping, entertainment and conventions complex. Other premier casinos and hotels, slated to open in the next two years, include the Far East Consortium Complex, Four Seasons, Galaxy Cotai Mega Resort, City of Dreams, The Mandarin Oriental and Grand Hyatt. When completed, the Cotai Strip will see a total of 19,000 guest rooms in its seven resort hotels.

Macau is also famous for her Historic Centre inscribed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2005. This includes some twenty-five historic monuments and eight public squares, such as the Ruins of Saint Paul's Cathedral, A-Ma Temple and Mount Fortress.

Ms Chong added: "Jetstar Asia is committed to growing its Pan Asia Network with Changi Airport Terminal One's excellent facilities as our hub. As we move into 2008, there will be more exciting developments in this area, including our interests and readiness to operate to Kuala Lumpur and other Malaysian cities once the rights are available. Our airline has won, for the second year running, Best Asian Low-Cost Carrier at this year's TTG Travel Awards. Terminal One check-in, free online seat selection, pre-assigned seating, 20 kg baggage allowance, leather seats and well trained cabin crew are the airline's unique selling points preferred by our passengers. Check out www.jetstar.com for our other exciting offers!"

Eng. Joao Manuel Costa Antunes, Director of the Macau Government Tourist Office said: "The new Jetstar route will further attract visitors from Singapore to Macau, diversify Macau's source market portfolio and strengthen connectivity between Singapore and Macau. This will result in more regional business and tourism development. We extend our open hand of friendship to visitors from Singapore and we are confident that our guests will experience our warm hospitality."

SINGAPORE, 05 November 2007

Jetstar Asia turns 3!
Celebrates birthday bash with $3 and $33 fares

Jetstar Asia turns 3 on 13 December!

To kick off the festivities, our airline is loading 50,000 seats to offer $3* and $33** fares. Customers just need to log on and book at www.jetstar.com/birthday from 5 to 11 November to enjoy these special fares. The special promotional tickets are valid for travel between 3 January and 30 June 2008.

The airline saw many milestones in the past year. Among them, we received our 3 Millionth Passenger. Mr Lee Swee Poh, on Jetstar Asia's flight to Hong Kong, won $3,333 worth of Jetstar vouchers. On why he chose to fly Jetstar, Mr Lee said: "I like Jetstar's free online seat selection, pre-assigned seating and Changi Airport Terminal One check-in."

Jetstar Asia has also garnered many prestigious awards in the past year. They include Best Asian Low Cost Carrier, won two years in a row, at the recent TTG Travel Awards, two prestigious Changi Airline Awards awarded by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore - "Top 10 Airlines By Passenger Carriage 2006" and "Top 5 Airlines by Growth in Passenger Carriage 2006" and second place in Smart Travel Asia.com's (an independent online travel magazine read by over 1,000,000 people a year) Best Budget Airlines, Asia, poll.

Recently, the airline increased its flight frequency from daily to 13 weekly to Ho Chi Minh City and plans to commence flights to new destinations early next year.

Ms Chong Phit Lian, Chief Executive Officer of Jetstar Asia/ Valuair said: "We are very excited to celebrate Jetstar Asia's 3rd birthday with our loyal customers. These special deals like our birthday fares and promotional offers are rewards for those who have supported us."

* Flights to Bangkok/Phuket/Ho Chi Minh City/Phnom Penh/Siem Reap/Jakarta/Surabaya

** Flights to Hong Kong/Taipei/Manila/Yangon

SINGAPORE, 01 November 2007

Jetstar named CAPA Low Cost Carrier of the Year

The Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation (CAPA) has awarded Jetstar the "CAPA Low Cost Airline of the Year" in the Asia Pacific region, the second time the value based carrier has won the prestigious annual award in its short operational history.

Jetstar Chief Executive Officer Alan Joyce was in Singapore to accept the award at CAPA's Gala Awards Dinner and to participate in the Centre's annual conference featuring the Asia Pacific region's pre-eminent aviation leaders.

Australia's leading low fares airline in July this year secured the reputable SkyTrax Awards for "Best LCC in the World", "Best LCC in the Asia Pacific Region" and "Best Cabin Crew - Australia and New Zealand". Jetstar also achieved Airline Business. Magazine's award for Operational Excellence.

"Jetstar's competitiveness across the Asia Pacific region has long been recognized, but to again win this award in such an environment is a wonderful result for our talented and dynamic team," Mr Joyce said.

"2007 has been a record year for Jetstar both financially and operationally. This prestigious award caps off a year of significant success as we've become one of two future growth brands in the Qantas Group.

"Jetstar is now developing into a pan Asian brand which forms a major part of our next phase of sustainable growth. Our challenge is to now build on this momentum and to continually improve."

Jetstar achieved a record AUD $115 million Profit Before Tax (PBT) result for the 2007 financial year (ex international start-up costs) with its Australian domestic operations achieving four-fold profit growth.

The successful on-time launch in November 2006 of its value based long haul international operations from Australia to key Asian and Asia Pacific ports also contributed a small PBT result, with other operational highlights including:

-  Carriage of 7.6 million passengers (rising 32 per cent) for the 2007FY also supported by rising seat factors and higher yields;

-  Industry leading cost base in the Australian market supporting Jetstar's low fares leadership;

-  Successful introduction of new customer initiatives including a two-class cabin service for long haul international flying (with StarClass );

-  Positive launch into the critical inbound tourism market of Japan from March 2007; and

-  Continued evolution of Jetstar.com into a one-stop travel website with strong traffic growth.

Mr Joyce said the successful start-up of its new value based long haul international operations, without hindering the continued strong performance of existing Australian domestic and trans Tasman services, was a clear catalyst for the CAPA award.

CAPA Executive Chairman Peter Harbison said: "Jetstar is forging a path other LCCs around the world are watching and following. Its breakthrough long haul services have positioned not only Jetstar, but the wider Qantas Group, to capitalise on the Australian outbound travel boom, while its low cost focus gives the Group a strong backbone to address rising short-haul competition."

SINGAPORE, 26 October 2007

Jetstar Asia wins Best Asian Low-Cost Carrier award for the 2nd year running
Expresses strong interest in flying to Kuala Lumpur and other Malaysian cities

Leading low fare carrier Jetstar Asia has won the Best Asian Low-Cost Carrier award at last night's 18th TTG Travel Awards 2007. The airline has won this award for two consecutive years.

The annual TTG Travel Awards has been honouring the best players in the travel industry since 1989, growing from 10 awards to 66 awards across four categories now. Organized by TTG Asia Media, the awards were given out in a ceremony and gala dinner at Sofitel Centara Grand in Bangkok. TTG Asia is a 30-year-old travel trade newspaper in Asia, enjoying a wide circulation of 16,800 readers every week. Award winners were selected based on votes by readers of TTG Asia, TTG China, TTGmice and TTG-BTmice China. These publications are read by over 60,000 travel service providers and business travelers in Asia Pacific.

Ms Chong Phit Lian, Chief Executive Officer of Jetstar Asia/Valuair, who was on hand to receive the award, said, "I would like to thank our customers for their support and our staff for a job well done. We are jubilant of the win as this is testimony of our product's great appeal to industry experts, leisure and business travellers."

Separately, Ms Chong also responded to news regarding the possibility of an additional low fare airline commencing flights between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

"From the beginning of our operations, we have expressed our interest to the Singapore and Malaysian authorities to operate into Malaysian cities including Kuala Lumpur. This gives consumers the choice of low fare flights, stimulates demand for travel and is in the interest of both countries to enjoy a closer relationship. Our product meets the needs of many as we operate out of Changi Airport Terminal One, providing excellent connectivity to all destinations other than point to point travel. For this reason, Jetstar Asia is well poised to meet the needs of both short and long haul travelers."

SINGAPORE, 16 October 2007

Jetstar Asia Welcomes Our Third Millionth Passenger!

Leading low fare carrier Jetstar Asia said a big "Congratulations" to our Third Millionth Passenger today. Mr Lee Swee Poh, a 30-year-old IT systems analyst, was feted with $3,333 worth of Jetstar Asia travel vouchers, buffet vouchers at Novotel Clarke Quay's The Square, 3-nights hotel stay in Hong Kong sponsored by Octopus Travel and Jetstar memorabilia.

Ms Chong Phit Lian, Jetstar Asia and Valuair's Chief Executive Officer, presented Mr Lee the above prizes at Jetstar's check-in counter at Changi Airport Terminal One. An elated Mr Lee said this was his first time flying Jetstar. "I heard good things about Jetstar from my friends so I decided to give it a try. I'm really happy and excited to have won and look forward to using the vouchers to go to Taipei and other Jetstar destinations," he said.

On what attracted him to book with Jetstar, "Definitely the free online seat selection, 20 kg baggage allowance and Changi Airport Terminal One check-in. These services make Jetstar stand apart from its competitors."

Jetstar Asia's Third Millionth Passenger event marks an important milestone for the airline, said Ms Chong Phit Lian, Chief Executive Officer at Jetstar Asia Airways and Valuair. "We are happy to have received our third millionth passenger before our 3rd anniversary in December. This shows that our product works for leisure and business travelers. Customers realize our unique selling points: Free pre-assigned seating, ease of booking with on or offline payment modes and Changi Airport Terminal One check-in."

SINGAPORE, 08 October 2007

Jetstar Asia and Pacific Airlines enter code share agreement

Ho Chi Minh City flights increased from daily to 13 weekly Jetstar Asia (flight code 3K) and Pacific Airlines in Vietnam (flight code BL) have commenced a Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City code share collaboration.

The code share involves a six times per week service (from 17 October 2007) between Singapore-Ho Chi Minh City-Singapore, bringing the total number of flights to 13 weekly.

"Jetstar Asia and Pacific Airlines recognize the rising demand of flights between Singapore to Ho Chi Minh City and back. The increase in flight frequency will spur business opportunities and allow a healthy exchange of ideas between both countries," said Ms Chong Phit Lian, Chief Executive Officer of Jetstar Asia and Valuair.

"This cooperation strengthens the network of the two Airlines in the region," added Mr Luong Hoai Nam, Chief Executive Officer of Pacific-Airlines. "It is our pleasure to corporate with Jetstar Asia Airways as this enables passengers to discover each other's exciting sights, sounds and culture."

SINGAPORE, 26 September 2007

Jetstar Asia guarantees the lowest fares among all low-cost carriers
"Double the difference" voucher issued to any customer who finds a web fare lower to that of Jetstar Asia's

Soak in the sights of Ho Chi Minh City, explore the ruins of Angkor Wat or scuba dive in Bali. Now you can do it all with Jetstar Asia's lowest fares guarantee!

In fact, Jetstar Asia is so confident of its low fares that should customers source a web fare lower to that of a Jetstar Asia one on the same city pair (eg. Singapore-Manila), the airline will double the difference in a travel voucher. In a pre-purchase situation, customers can call Jetstar Telephone Reservations on Tel: + 800 4008 3900 to alert our Call Centre on the web fare difference. Once the Call Centre confirms the fares, the customer must book a Jetstar Asia Jetsaver ticket before a "Double the Difference" voucher is issued.

Customers with a Jetstar Asia (3K) ticket can also obtain a "Double the Difference" voucher should they spot a lower priced airline fare within 3 hours of booking their Jetstar Asia ticket online. To obtain the voucher, just submit their booking reference number, along with a screen shot of the other airline's published Internet fares, via email to This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it .

Each voucher will be emailed within 31 days to the person who makes the payment for a Jetsaver booking. Vouchers are valid for six months from the date of issue. This offer ends 28 November 2007.

"Jetstar Asia is committed to giving our passengers the lowest, value for money product. On top of Changi Airport Terminal One check-in, free online seat selection and a generous 20-kg baggage allowance, customers can now have the assurance of Jetstar Asia's commitment to offering the lowest regional fares throughout our network," said Ms Chong Phit Lian, Chief Executive Officer of Jetstar Asia/Valuair.

SINGAPORE, 19 September 2007

Jetstar named World's Best Low-Cost Airline

Jetstar has been named the World's Best Low-Cost by SkyTrax as part of their annual World Airline Survey carried out between August 2006 and June 2007.

The World Airline Survey is regarded as the primary benchmarking tool for Passenger Satisfaction levels of airlines throughout the world, with their annual survey of the world's airlines involving over 14 million respondents to interviews.

There were 5 million respondents alone to the Low Cost Carrier category.

Jetstar was named in the 2007 World Airline Survey as:

• World's Best Low Cost Airline.

SURVEY DETAILS
www.worldairlineawards.com

The World's Best Low-Cost Airline and World's Best Cabin Staff Survey are commissioned and conducted by Skytrax Research of London. No outside sponsorship or external influence is applied to any aspect of the Survey.

More than 90 different nationalities of passengers took part in this major, global survey which was operated between August 2006 and July 2007.

A total of 5,053,215 eligible survey interviews were completed for this worldwide 2006/7 survey of low-cost airlines.

Out of a total 3,778,502 survey interviews for the 2006/7 Cabin Staff Survey, 244,221 responses were ineligible - either due to duplicate submissions, or where input was not considered bona-fide or independent.

The World's Best Low-Cost Airline Survey and the World's Best Cabin Staff Survey data was gathered using a range of input sources:

• Online Customer Survey
• Business Research Group Interviews
• Customer Telephone Interviews
• Selected Passenger Interviews.

Additional research comprised back-up interviews, amongst a random, representative sample of Survey respondents. This research was to both verify survey interviews, and to gain respondent reasons for specific airline nominations.

SINGAPORE, 17 September 2007

Pay for Jetstar Asia tickets at all KFC outlets in Ho Chi Minh City

Jetstar Asia has partnered Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) in Ho Chi Minh City to bring greater convenience to its customers. Now you can walk into any of KFC's outlets in Ho Chi Minh City and pay for Jetstar Asia tickets to Singapore. This new service follows Jetstar Asia's other highly successful offline payment options in Singapore (7 Eleven and SingPost) and the Philippines (GCash).

To make a booking, log onto www.jetstar.com or contact the Jetstar Asia Call Centre in Ho Chi Minh City at +84 (8)-910-5375. Proceed to any KFC restaurant to make cash payment within 2 days of your booking to receive a payment acknowledgement slip. After that, receive your e-ticket via email within three working days. This service is only available for Ho Chi Minh City to Singapore flights and back.

"Jetstar Asia listens to our customers and recognizes their desire for offline payment solutions. Travel is now all the more fast, direct and enjoyable through our collaboration with KFC. By having a meal and paying for our flight at the same location, Jetstar customers get to experience yet another value added benefit of our airline. We will continue to work on offline payment solutions in other markets," said Ms Chong Phit Lian, CEO of Jetstar Asia/Valuair.

Mr Pornchai Thuratum, General Director of KFC Vietnam, welcomes this innovative service at all KFC outlets. "KFC operates more than 30 outlets in Ho Chi Minh City. Our collaboration with Jetstar Asia enables us to bring accessibility of travel to our customers and promote bilateral relations between Vietnam and Singapore at the same time."

SINGAPORE, 06 September 2007

Jetstar Asia: One of the Best On Time Performance Records among Low Cost Carriers
Additional service to Yangon; New destinations in China and Vietnam eyed for 08

Jetstar Asia has recorded one of the best on-time performances (OTP) system-wide compared to its competitors. Despite additional security measures, an increase of flights and route expansion, the airline's network punctuality rate achieved an average of 90 per cent for the past year. From February to August 07, the on-time performance system wide was 92 per cent.

OTP is defined as aircraft leaving the designated gates no more than 15 minutes beyond the scheduled departure time, given the considerations of congestion at the tarmac and regulatory exit points. To ensure consistency, Jetstar Asia's punctuality targets are measured on an on-going basis comparing year on year performance.

In March 07, the airline's seven carriers were on-time 95 per cent of the time, a 4 per cent improvement from last March; in July this year, the punctuality rate was 94 per cent, a 4 per cent increase from July 06. Latest figures in August 07 show out of 210 departures, 195 leaving the gate within 15 minutes, 163 on-time and an overall of 93 per cent in network punctuality.

This is good news for Jetstar passengers, be they business or vacationing, as time is their most precious commodity. "Jetstar is proud of our consistent on-time arrival track record. This reflects the high competency and maintenance quality of our aircraft, different parts of ground operations working seamlessly and good operational capabilities. Our passengers get to their destinations on-time without compromising safety or service levels," said Ms Chong Phit Lian, Jetstar Asia and Valuair's Chief Executive Officer.

In other Jetstar Asia news: A fourth service to Yangon will commence on September 28.

The airline is looking to launch new destinations in Vietnam and China to accommodate the growing needs of travelers. There are also plans to increase the number of flights in certain existing ports; all likely to take place during the first quarter of 2008.

SINGAPORE, 31 July 2007

Jetstar Asia partners Globe Telecom to offer GCash mobile payment in the Philippines

Good news to all Jetstar Asia customers in the Philippines! Our Filipino customers can now book their Jetstar Asia flights online and pay for their tickets via GCash (Powered by G-Xchange (GXI), this m-commerce platform turns one's handphone into a mobile wallet, allowing customers to send and receive payments through mobile text messaging(SMS)).

Here's how it works: GCash subscribers book their Manila-Singapore flights online at www.jetstar.com, then pay for tickets instantly and wirelessly with a GCash-enabled Globe or TM SIM card. Just text BILLPAY <amount><GCash MPIN><3K><Jetstar booking reference number> to 2882 and receive an instant text message to confirm one's payment.

For individuals on the move, or those without Internet access, GCash in one's mobile phone provides fast, convenient and direct booking of Jetstar Asia tickets.

Ms Chong Phit Lian, Jetstar Asia's Chief Executive Officer says, "Statistics show that Singapore is now attracting younger visitors as traveling has become more affordable. We want to bring greater convenience to our customers so what better way to reach out to this age group than through their mobile phones. We're glad that Globe Telecom is proactive and equipped with the technology to handle what we want to do."

GXI President Rizza Maniego-Eala notes,"This groundbreaking joint venture with Jetstar Asia further expands the capabilities of the GCash mobile platform as it diversifies its ecosystem, increasing public access at the same time. Our partnership with Jetstar Asia brings Filipinos to greater heights and more places around the world."

SINGAPORE, 23 July 2007

Jetstar moves to Hong Kong International Airport Terminal 2

From August 13, passengers on Jetstar's departing flights from Hong Kong will be able to experience the quick, breezy and fun experience of checking into Hong Kong International Airport's brand new Terminal 2. On top of a speedy check-in, Immigration and Quarantine time, Jetstar customers can also enjoy a plethora of shopping, dining and entertainment options. Spread across three floors, Terminal 2's exciting highlights include 100 retail shops, 25 eateries and even a 4-D Extreme Screen Cinema to kick back and relax in!

How to get there?

If arriving from the City to Chap Lap Kok direction via Airport Express train, the usual Terminal 1 is the left exit whereas Terminal 2 is the exit on the right.

SINGAPORE, 22 June 2007

Peace of mind with JetCover Travel Insurance

Protect yourself against the unexpected with JetCover Travel Insurance. From as little as S$7, Jetstar passengers flying out of Singapore can now travel with peace of mind knowing they are protected against unfortunate events such as medical emergencies, accidents, lost travel documents, lost suitcases or delayed flights.

This convenient and affordable product is underwritten by American Home Assurance Company, Singapore (AHA), a member company of American International Group, Inc. (AIG).

Specifically designed with Jetstar passengers' needs in mind, JetCover is now available at www.jetstar.com for Singapore originating flights. Simply add JetCover to your jetstar.com itinerary and receive your AHA insurance certificate through email. All Jetstar passengers aged 75 years old and below are eligible to take advantage of JetCover.

Key highlights of JetCover include:

• Accident & Sickness Medical Benefits: Covers accidents or sickness during your trip by reimbursing your medical bills (up to S$20,000) through cash payments if you're confined in a hospital; and by helping you get back home to your loved ones. This benefit is available for Round-Trip Plans only.
• Jetstar Flight Delay Benefit: Compensates you with cash for time spent waiting for rescheduled Jetstar flights.
• Jetstar Flight Cancellation & Interruption Benefits: Covers the non-refundable portion of your Jetstar ticket if you have to cancel or cut short your trip due to insurable reasons like death in the family or serious injury.
• Baggage & Personal Effects Benefit: Covers the loss of or damage to your luggage while you are travelling on Jetstar.
• 24-hr Emergency Medical Assistance Benefit: Provides you round-the-clock assistance for medical emergencies.

To learn more about JetCover, please visit us at www.jetstar.com/sg/jetcover.

"Jetstar.com has received 5.3 million visitors in the past six months. This is a clear indication that consumers are savvy with online booking and the products that we offer. Our online travel insurance coverage is fast, efficient and eliminates the need for paperwork," said Ms Chong Phit Lian, Chief Executive Officer of Jetstar Asia and Valuair.

"AIG's partnership with Jetstar to provide valuable travel insurance products to Jetstar's Singapore-originating passengers is a natural extension of AIG's partnership with Jetstar in Australia. We have drawn on our market expertise to put together a product customised for Jetstar travellers - designed to protect them from unforeseen events and to assure them a worry-free trip," said Kevin Goulding, AHA President.

SINGAPORE, 08 May 2007

Jetstar offers free online seat selection

Aisle, window or bulkhead? With a click of the mouse, Jetstar passengers can now choose where they want to sit, at no extra cost!

The process is simple: Just log onto Jetstar.com to access Jetstar's online booking system. Choose your desired destination and travel dates, then go to the "Select Flights" page. Opt for either "JetSaver" (a ticket that allows flight date, time or name change with a nominal fee) or "JetFlex" (a refundable ticket that allows flight date, time or destination changes). This takes you to the "Passengers & Payment" page which contains the "Select My Seat" option.

Click on that and view your flights' seat allocation plans: Check out which are the available, occupied and emergency exit row seats. From there, just choose your preferred seating arrangement on the plane. Once you're done, pay for your ticket via credit card, 7-11 or SingPost outlets. Passengers are allowed to change their seat selections up to 48 hours before flight departure.

JetSaver customers can choose all but front and emergency exit row seats (reserved for JetFlex customers).

Ms Chong Phit Lian, chief executive officer of Jetstar Asia and Valuair, said: "This is another value added service that makes the whole Jetstar experience fun and interesting. And best of all, it's free!"

SINGAPORE, 30 April 2007

Jetstar wins Changi Airline Awards

Jetstar Asia scooped two awards at the second Changi Airline Awards on 26th April 2007.
Organised by the Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), the awards were given out to top performing airlines in recognition of their contribution to Changi Airport's status as a leading aviation hub.

Jetstar Asia's first accolade, "Top 10 Airlines By Passenger Carriage 2006,'' acknowledged Jetstar Asia as one of the carriers with the largest passenger numbers to and through Changi Airport in 2006. The second, "Top 5 Airlines by Growth in Passenger Carriage 2006", saw Jetstar Asia as one of the airlines with the highest year-on-year growth in passenger numbers. Held at Raffles The Plaza hotel, the event had a total of 21 airlines receiving awards under four different categories.

Ms Chong Phit Lian, CEO of Jetstar Asia and Valuair, said: "This is a wonderful honour which would not have been possible without the support of our customers."

SINGAPORE, 29 March 2007

Jetstar and Myanmar Airways International extend code share collaboration

Full service carrier Myanmar Airways International (flight code 8M) and low-cost carrier Jetstar Asia (flight code 3K) have decided to extend their successful Singapore-Yangon code share collaboration.

The code share will continue with a minimum three times per week service between Singapore and Yangon, with a potential increase of flights during peak season.

"I am most delighted with the extension of this code share agreement as Jetstar Asia and Myanmar Airways International have worked well together. I am sure this will continue to offer good value to passengers from both cities," said Ms Chong Phit Lian, CEO of Jetstar Asia and Valuair.

Jetstar's low fares and value added services (flights operated out of Terminal One, allocated seating, a generous 20kg baggage allowance and basic meal service on board) has won the airline several awards as preferred low fare airline of many passengers.

About Jetstar Asia

Jetstar is a Singapore based airline that currently flies to multiple destinations within five hours of Singapore including Bali, Bangkok, Cairns (via Darwin), Hong Kong, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Manila, Phnom Penh, Phuket, Siem Reap (Angkor Wat), Surabaya, Taipei and Yangon. It is a majority Singapore owned company with a significant Qantas shareholding, ensuring the highest standards of operational excellence and safety standards, while delivering real value to customers.

Singapore to Indonesia flights are operated by Valuair - a sister company of Jetstar.

SINGAPORE, 28 March 2007

Free travel guides now available on Jetstar.com

Good news travelers. No more lugging of heavy guide books while on vacation or trawling through the Internet for random holiday tips. Now you can get all the vital travel information you need on each of Jetstar's 38 destinations (Asia and Oceania) by downloading Jetstar's travel guides, for free!

Find out what to do and see in each city (Museum of History in Ho Chi Minh City and Tonle Sap Lake in Siem Reap are recommended), where to shop (Lane Crawford in Hong Kong and Shi Lin in Taipei are good bets) and the best night spots to hit (check out Bugils in Jakarta and Club Rio in Phuket). The guides also feature a list of event highlights, restaurants, hotels, detailed maps to navigate you around town and essential information like transport and emergency numbers.

Written by local journalists in each city, all information is updated frequently and available in either English, Thai or simplified and traditional Chinese. So if you’re out to find the best places to shop, eat, party and stay for your next vacation, let Jetstar's destination guides (www.jetstar.com) point you in the right direction.

SINGAPORE, 06 February 2007

Jetstar touches down in Ho Chi Minh City on 25 March 2007

Arrival of Singapore's value-for-money airline

Ho Chi Minh City, will soon receive Jetstar's inaugural flight on 25 March 2007, marking another chapter of Jetstar's network expansion. The brand new Airbus A320 will touch down at the Tan Son Nhat Airport early on Sunday. Jetstar flies between Ho Chi Minh City and Singapore daily; offering travelers a choice of either morning or evening departures.

-  Monday to Sunday (Except Tuesday)
Singapore/ Ho Chi Minh City     3K551          0725/ 0825
Ho Chi Minh City/ Singapore     3K552          0905/ 1205

-  Tuesday only
Singapore/ Ho Chi Minh City     3K553          1905/ 2005
Ho Chi Minh City/ Singapore     3K554          2055/ 0005

Jetstar launched the Ho Chi Minh City service with fares from S$19 per way, tickets can be purchased from the website at www.jetstar.com, local travel agencies or at 20 Singapore Post Office outlets. Alternatively, passengers could also contact Jetstar's Call Centre at 6822 2288. A nominal service fee applies for all off-line bookings.

About Jetstar

Jetstar is a Singapore based airline that currently flies to multiple destinations within five hours of Singapore including Bali, Bangkok, Cairns (via Darwin), Hong Kong, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Manila, Phnom Penh, Phuket, Siem Reap (Angkor Wat), Surabaya, Taipei and Yangon. It is a majority Singapore owned company with a significant Qantas shareholding, ensuring the highest standards of operational excellence and safety standards, while delivering real value to customers.

Singapore to Indonesia flights are operated by Valuair - a sister company of Jetstar.