Travel

Jetstar is having a 'Backyard Sale' with heaps of cheap flights around NZ from $41

The excuse you didn't know you needed has arrived.

Time for a little getaway, but not enough time or cash to make it a big overseas adventure? You're in luck. 

Jetstar is dropping 50,000 cheap domestic fares, priced between $41 - $72 one way, so more Kiwis can get out and explore our beautiful backyard. 

So if you're well overdue to see the whanau in different parts of the motu, keen to get away with friends or looking to plan a romantic getaway, there's heaps of options that will make it affordable. 

Heck, maybe you're looking to take a little solo jaunt - these are 'why not?' kind of prices. 

The travel dates vary, but include mid-July 2025 all the way through till March next year. 

Jetstar's Backyard Sale fares include: 

  • Christchurch to Wellington from $41 

  • Auckland to Wellington from $44

  • Auckland to Christchurch from $49

  • Wellington to Queenstown from $49

  • Auckland to Dunedin from $63

  • Auckland to Queenstown from $72

Club Jetstar members get 24 hours of early access from midday today, and everyone else can get amongst the action from noon tomorrow.

As always, make sure you read all the fine print and T&Cs to make sure you don't get caught out.

Jetstar's CEO Stephanie Tully says the airline is about to expand their network in Aotearoa, with three new trans-Tasman routes to be announced next month. 

“We know low fares are really important to New Zealanders," she said. "We’re proud of the role we play in keeping air travel affordable for Kiwis.

What do you reckon, is it time to book in a mid-winter escape?