MELBOURNE — Jetstar is celebrating its 22nd birthday with one of its biggest promotions ever, launching the popular "Return for Free" sale on Monday, May 4, 2026, offering more than 75,000 free return fares across more than 80 domestic and international routes. Travellers who book a paid outbound starter fare can fly back for $0 on selected services, with domestic fares starting from $64 one-way and international options from $249, providing massive savings for Australians planning getaways from mid-2026 into early 2027.

The limited-time sale, available for just 48 hours, gives Club Jetstar members early access from midday AEST on May 4, while the general public can book from midnight AEST. The promotion ends at 11:59 p.m. AEST on Wednesday, May 6, unless seats sell out earlier. Travel dates vary by route but generally cover June 2026 through March 2027 for domestic flights and similar windows for international destinations, giving holidaymakers ample flexibility for winter escapes or summer plans.

Jetstar's signature "Return for Free" deal has become a fan favourite over the years, allowing customers to pay for the outbound leg while receiving the return flight at no additional airfare cost (taxes and fees still apply). This year's edition covers popular domestic routes like Sydney to Ballina Byron Bay, Melbourne to the Gold........

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