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Fly to Japan via Cairns. Return for FREE, Fares Starting from $269 @ Jetstar Airways

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Fly to Japan via Cairns. Return for FREE, Fares Starting from $269 @ Jetstar Airways
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OSA on 16/09/2016 - 15:53 jetstar.com (9821 clicks)
Last edited 16/09/2016 - 17:57 by 1 other user

Great deal from JetStar. Fly to Japan, pay for one way and come back for FREE. Plenty of seats available.

Sale ends 11.59pm AEST 21 September 2016, unless sold out prior. Promotional period between 6 February and 21 June 2017. Checked Baggage Not included.

Some Fare Guide:

  • Cairns - Tokyo $269 (8 May 2017 - 30 June 2017)
  • Sydney - Osaka and Tokyo $443 (8 May 2017 - 21 June 2017)
  • Melbourne - Tokyo $436 (8 May 2017 - 21 June 2017)
  • Brisbane - Tokyo $420 (8 May 2017 - 21 June 2017)
  • Gold Coast - Tokyo $349 (17 Apr 2017 - 30 June 2017)
  • Adelaide - Tokyo $460 (21 Mar 2017 - 29 Mar 2017)
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  • pyramid on 16/09/2016 - 15:54
    +3

    oh man….i cant resist this…

    • samehada on 16/09/2016 - 15:58

      No need to hurry, these sales used to be #349 return MEL-NRT

      • pyramid on 16/09/2016 - 15:58

        yeah…already had trip to Japan on that price. But this is $269 + free return, isnt it?

        • RockyRaccoon on 16/09/2016 - 15:59
          +4

          From Cairns not Melbourne

        • pyramid on 16/09/2016 - 16:00
          +1

          @RockyRaccoon: Thanks.Guess i need to wait for better deal.

        • dealman on 16/09/2016 - 16:26
          +6

          @RockyRaccoon:

          Cairns needs to be in the title..

          Deal seems better than it is..

      • 6000SUX on 16/09/2016 - 16:20

        Whos to say that will happen again though? Was it a one off from Melb? Or are you saying it happens every year?

      • parcus on 16/09/2016 - 17:14
        +5

        Won't happen again, Jetstar are cancelling MEL-NRT from February
        and handing them over to Qantas. Now you can experience what us Sydney people feel when these Japan sales come around :)

        • dtra on 16/09/2016 - 18:29
          +1

          Say it ain't so! I guess we'll have to find another carrier, or go somewhere else.

    • avan1976 on 17/09/2016 - 09:47
      +1

      Of interest to people considering this deal. Especially those thinking of flying Melbourne direct to Narita.
      You might get luck and fly Qantas…or you might be re-directed through Cairns on Jetstar (which would be a pain in the…)

      Daily direct services from Melbourne to Tokyo Narita to debut in December.

      Qantas has just announced the launch of non-stop flights between Melbourne and Tokyo, with the route complementing its existing Sydney-Haneda and Brisbane-Narita services.

      The move will see both Qantas and Jetstar flying from Melbourne to Narita over the upcoming holiday peak period, but Jetstar will then cease flights on the route after 25 February 2017.

      QF's new Melbourne services will utilise its upgraded two-class A330-300 aircraft, with Qantas International ceo Gareth Evans saying the operation builds on significant expansion of the Japanese market over the last year.

      • Dadidalol on 17/09/2016 - 21:57
        +1

        Change confirmed, I booked a Jetstar return direct for mid April 2017 under the last deal.

        Just checked my flights and the outbound flight time has changed by 8hrs, meaning I lose out on a day :(

        Return flight is a slightly better time than before.

        I guess I shouldn't really complain as it's now been upgraded to a Qantas direct.

  • Heracles26 on 16/09/2016 - 15:54
    +2

    It begins

  • MeesusEff on 16/09/2016 - 15:55
    +12

    None for Perth. noooooooooooooooooo :(

    • kevinMario on 16/09/2016 - 16:06

      IKR SIGH

    • Zaenille on 16/09/2016 - 16:40
      +8

      #WALivesMatter

    • alebox on 16/09/2016 - 17:54

      domestic flight to cairns?

  • pyramid on 16/09/2016 - 15:57

    any sample dates where prices are as per OP?

    • OSA on 16/09/2016 - 16:02

      Hi pyramid,i have posted some sample dates for most of the locations. Cheers

      • dealman on 16/09/2016 - 16:26
        -1

        thanks mate, Could you pls add Darwin in the title.

  • ChatCPT on 16/09/2016 - 16:01
    +5

    with all these deals im going to have to find people to go with.

    any deals on friends?

    • Turd on 16/09/2016 - 16:02
      +8

      Go yourself. Meet people. Much easier

      • ChatCPT on 16/09/2016 - 18:32

        People always say this but how do you "meet" people who are already travelling with their family/friends

        • Third_Gear on 16/09/2016 - 18:54

          When me and my mate were in Tokyo I invited a solo traveller to hang out with us. But that is just me being friendly and approaching ppl.four you It's as easy as walking up and asking someone what they are up to for the day and asking if you can tag along.

        • Heracles26 on 16/09/2016 - 18:57
          +5

          plenty of solo travelers out there! Stay in hostels you're bound to meet up with other solo travelers or groups. It's so easy to meet people travelling

        • tsimop on 17/09/2016 - 00:53
          +1

          @Heracles26: +1
          It's actually hard to not meet people when staying in hostels!
          In Europe, I've met people at hostels & campsites, then continued to travel to different countries with them or met up weeks later.
          Volunteering at events is also a great way to make friends.

        • RI4V4N on 17/09/2016 - 09:00

          @Heracles26: Japan doesn't really have a lot of hostels fyi.

        • ChatCPT on 19/09/2016 - 14:40

          @Heracles26: hostels left a bad taste in my mouth. Just really poor quality

        • Heracles26 on 19/09/2016 - 14:59

          @havok44:

          don't let that stop you! It's all part of the experience :D look up reviews on tripadvisor and hostelworld before booking!

        • ChatCPT on 19/09/2016 - 15:01

          @Heracles26: okay good idea

    • AsSeenOnTv on 16/09/2016 - 16:41
      +5

      pay for me to go an i'll be your friend!

      • StrayfireX on 16/09/2016 - 18:50
        -1

        Can we be friends with benefits*?

        *Like a good % cashback rate

    • inherentchoice on 17/09/2016 - 08:14
      +1

      You can also book on an organised tour. I am doing this one:

      https://ozsnowadventures.com.au/japan/ski-japan-hakuba/oz-sn…

    • nubzy on 17/09/2016 - 23:02
      +1

      If you just stay in major cities then Japan is actually very good for a solo traveller. Easy to get around by yourself and lots to do. If you want to explore a bit further then it would be nice to have a companion. I like the idea of travelling alone but there is also alot of worry and doubt in the back of my mind. I think it is better to go with friends/family but not always possible.

      • ChatCPT on 19/09/2016 - 14:39

        Im not so much worried and can take care of myself but travelling alone I get bored. Heck I get bored going to lunch by myself at work

    • jkb on 19/09/2016 - 14:22
      +1

      Try couchsurfing… it's great IMO to make new friends. I've only tried it once but I want to do it again. Just post your trip details on their website and see who replies, or reach out directly.

      • ChatCPT on 19/09/2016 - 14:39

        Wow there's so many things out there I don't know about. Thanks I've registered

        • jkb on 19/09/2016 - 16:46

          You are welcome, additionally that's the cheapest accommodation option you can get… usually for free :) I've been to Tokyo a few months back and can't wait to return, so enjoy your stay!

  • T-man on 16/09/2016 - 16:01
    +4

    this is what I am waiting for. I am glad that I did not book the AirAsia sale last time and waited for this kind of deal. No sakura season sale though

  • DaTa on 16/09/2016 - 16:05

    Here we go again did this last time.
    This kills the Airasia sale.

  • OSA on 16/09/2016 - 16:09

    Its seems its actually coming cheaper for Melbourne, i was booking for Mel<>Tokyo for June 2017 and the total is coming up for $415.48. Even better fare than the one mentioned on the promotional page itself.

  • kimyongjeon on 16/09/2016 - 16:12

    I've been waiting for this deal yay!

  • cristobaljamesy on 16/09/2016 - 16:14
    +2

    No Perth flights = no salute for Jetstar

    Good find tho OP

  • samd on 16/09/2016 - 16:14
    +1

    Adelaide travel period: 21 Mar 2017 - 29 Mar 2017.
    I know it's a great price, but that's a very small travel window.
    Am I missing something?

    • klownz on 16/09/2016 - 16:16

      Its the same for the Sydney options - small window in March, longer window in the later months unfortunately :(

    • Heracles26 on 16/09/2016 - 16:17

      Yea doesn't look good :( plus March seems to be pretty cold in Japan!

      • kolorijo on 16/09/2016 - 16:19

        It's like winter here in Sydney

    • OSA on 16/09/2016 - 16:17

      Ya its small windows for some destinations :(

    • samd on 16/09/2016 - 16:20
      +1

      Had a play on the website.
      It seems that the return leg (NRT-ADL) has to be sometime Mar 21-29, but the outbound flight can be earlier.

      • lainey13 on 16/09/2016 - 16:33
        +1

        Not sure why you got a neg, considering you're absolutely right. The return flight must be in that small window to qualify as a $0 return flight.

      • inherentchoice on 17/09/2016 - 08:13

        Wow thanks for sharing this. You are totally right. Travel period for BNE to NRT is the same. Just booked for 8 to 21 March for $470 return. But 20kg bag is another $112. :o

        • dlovep on 17/09/2016 - 12:07

          even hand carry charge $56 each way(SYD), right on the page of Passenger info the "optional extra" pop in.

  • pyro love bird on 16/09/2016 - 16:16
    +1

    Oh God, I'm going in november when a similar deal had popped up in April, and although this is a little dearer… shall I just book another flight???

    • jimbobaus on 16/09/2016 - 16:20
      +1

      I went August this year.. going in November also :P.. u only live once and if the price is right LOL

      • pyro love bird on 16/09/2016 - 20:07

        Omg…. I found such good dates for Osaka too.. Holy shit. I'm a uni student dammit! I don't have money to spare :P

      • pyro love bird on 16/09/2016 - 21:32

        any recommendations? I've not booked accommodation or anything!

  • JudoChop on 16/09/2016 - 16:16
    +3

    FYI: Jetstar are going to axe their MEL - Tokyo flights from late Feb 2017 and the route will be taken over by Qantas.

    • jimbobaus on 16/09/2016 - 16:19
      -4

      Not Likely.
      The Mel-NRT flights are a cash cow for jetstar and the reason they code share with Qantas is because they make more money per seat in a full Dreamliner than they do on a Qantas run flight.

      • JudoChop on 16/09/2016 - 16:20
        +1

        I'm not making anything up. Rightly or wrongly (time will tell) the decision has been made.
        Cheers.

      • deflation on 16/09/2016 - 16:42
        +3

        This was confirmed this morning and affects the direct Melbourne to Tokyo flights only.

        http://www.qantasnewsroom.com.au/media-releases/qantas-adds-…

        "Jetstar customers who are booked on Melbourne-Tokyo (Narita) flights from 26th February, 2017 onwards will be reaccommodated on Qantas’ Melbourne-Tokyo (Narita) flights"

        If you try searching on the Jetstar site for the direct flights after this date, it'll all say 'sold out'

        • railspider on 16/09/2016 - 16:48
          -1

          So does this mean if we book a Jetsar flight today we'll get 'upgraded' to a QANTAS flight at the same date/time?

        • deflation on 16/09/2016 - 16:55
          +1

          @railspider:
          I thought that too! Ozbargainers think alike :)
          Unfortunately all the direct flights (the ones that will be 'upgraded' to Qantas) are all 'sold out' and you can't book anymore. Guess those who managed to score some cheap flights before today got lucky. Imagine a $450ish return from Melb - Tokyo on Qantas! lol

        • carkell on 16/09/2016 - 17:05

          @railspider: You wont be able to book a Jetstar flight any more for travel after 26 Feb. The only people who get 'upgraded' will be those who have already booked a Jetstar flight for travel after 26 Feb.

    • 6000SUX on 16/09/2016 - 16:19

      Ah - i think this answered the question i just asked below - thanks :)

    • Impulse Buy on 16/09/2016 - 16:22

      Not that I doubt you but do you have a source? I was looking to book a trip next year with JQ.

  • 6000SUX on 16/09/2016 - 16:18

    For the dates i was going for in June (from MELB) it looks like the direct flights are blocked out? Is this the case for other Melb people?

    • lainey13 on 16/09/2016 - 16:33

      Yes I saw Sold Out. On the sale fare page it specifically says sale flights must be through Cairns.

    • carkell on 16/09/2016 - 17:08

      Jetstar not flying from Melb after 26 Feb. Qantas taking over that route.

  • onetwothreefour on 16/09/2016 - 16:22

    Looks like I'm going to Japan again

  • [Deactivated] on 16/09/2016 - 16:23

    I just booked $800 trip to Korea. Would have loved to have this deal 2 weeks ago… was considering going through Japan to Korea, because it was extremely cheap… but just went direct. This would have paid for a nice stopover in Japan for me……….. :(

    Edit: Nevermind it starts Feb next year.

  • castaway on 16/09/2016 - 16:29

    Will this deal or the deal in May 2016 cheaper ? I always think sales for Japan is around 450-500$ return.

    • pyro love bird on 16/09/2016 - 20:10

      If you're talking about the one in April,bi got return flights mel-tokyo for 368 (cheapest was 348)

  • nightelves on 16/09/2016 - 16:34
    +4

    Right in line with Cherry Blossom season as well.

  • lippy on 16/09/2016 - 16:44

    MUST. RESIST!

    if only they did this to other holiday destinations.. e.g. HAWAII!!

  • stratbargain on 16/09/2016 - 16:44
    +1

    It would be worth checking with your travel insurance and Jetstar what happens if that return flight is cancelled. If you have to book with an alternate airline for whatever reason you probably won't get anything back from Jetstar (as the return flight is valued at $0).

    I only mention it as I was stung by Tiger in the past on a $1 return flight that was cancelled and they had no comparable flights for two days.

    That said still a great price and I put a lot more trust in Jetstar than Tiger. But it is worth looking into the risks.

  • megamilinda on 16/09/2016 - 16:51

    Mel to Osaka is via Cairns

  • nicholasnbg on 16/09/2016 - 16:56
    +2

    Pretty sweet deal if you want to get to the sweet sweet snow up there,

    I just checked, I could find flights to Osaka in mid Feb return for about $450, obviously would have to pay for baggage costs + transfers to Sapporo (or wherever), but would definitely work out a few hundred cheaper than normally available.

    They are meant to be getting a ridiculous amount of snow this season due to El Nino

  • Thatbargainhunter on 16/09/2016 - 16:59
    +6

    Damn. I hate this site. Stop sending me broke.

    • nightelves on 16/09/2016 - 17:15
      -6

      Stop going on it then. Geez some people.

      • onetwothreefour on 16/09/2016 - 17:44
        +6

        Stop going on it then

        Impossible

  • [Deactivated] on 16/09/2016 - 17:09

    FWIW It's getting quite cold in Japan

  • Selenium on 16/09/2016 - 17:16

    367 from Melbourne last time. And I could fly in April.

    Tempting, but eh. Will pass for the moment.

    • Dadidalol on 17/09/2016 - 22:01

      That's an incredible deal! When was that sale?

      • Selenium on 18/09/2016 - 12:53

        It was the same as this one, pay one way, free return. It was sometime last year, forget when exactly! Booked for April this year for less than half what I spent going to Japan the first time, two years ago.

        Jetstar seem to be doing regular sales to Japan now, which I'm very glad for. The planes may be uncomfortable and the carry-on luggage allowances are bloody small, but the deals are great. Hoping we get more. Particularly these free return ones.

  • chriise on 16/09/2016 - 17:22

    Is this a good price from SYD?

    • onetwothreefour on 16/09/2016 - 17:46

      Yes, maybe not cheapest ever and you can buy them at this price once or twice every year.

  • bender12 on 16/09/2016 - 17:24

    I just booked last week paying full fares. Bugger!

  • xcx on 16/09/2016 - 17:27
    +1

    Shame the dates are so damn restricted (from SYD at least). Seems like there is only a couple of one or two week slots spread around, all obviously timed to miss any public holiday and school holiday periods etc. There have certainly been better availability and prices in the past, but a good deal if you can make the dates work.

  • robb6014 on 16/09/2016 - 17:31
    +1

    Fly to Japan. Return for FREE

    Sentence structure man

    • onetwothreefour on 16/09/2016 - 17:47
      +4

      Sentence structure man

      LOL

      • anawth on 19/09/2016 - 16:04

        Sentence Structure Man. The lamest super-hero of them all.

  • kimyongjeon on 16/09/2016 - 17:37
    +1

    Just figured out this deal is not available during Sakura season in Osaka :(

    • Dadidalol on 17/09/2016 - 22:03

      Out of curiosity, when is sakura season in Osaka? Thanks

    • INFIDEL on 18/09/2016 - 00:39
      +1

      Changed my plans to Tokyo to see Sakura in the mountains around Fuji-san mid to late April. Azaleas, wisteria & moss are popular sights there in late April.

      In lower altitudes around Osaka, it was over in second week of April this year. The Mint in Osaka is a famous & crowded viewing spot.

      Yoshino - a blossom covered mountain in neighboring Nara prefecture has thousands of trees. The higher you go & further North (start of May in Sapporo), the later the blossoming - see table in that link.

  • altomic on 16/09/2016 - 17:46

    awesome. cheap tickets to japan again!! thanks OP.

    • sweepy on 16/09/2016 - 18:02

      Did you find anything? Looks like it's mostly sold out for me.

      • altomic on 16/09/2016 - 18:49
        +1

        yeah, OOL to NAR june 2 to 18 -$1345 including 1 luggage and seat selection.

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