From 1 Mar 2021, travellers will finally have a high quality, reliable and affordable airline to fly between Australia’s major capital cities. Tickets for Rex services between Sydney and Melbourne go on sale from today.
Rex Deputy Chairman, the Hon John Sharp AM, said this would be a historic new era for Australia’s domestic air travel. “Finally, Australians can look forward to not only a safe, reliable and affordable airline, but one they can count on for the long term–Rex’s origins date back almost 70 years, making it Australia’s second oldest surviving carrier.”
“This is an exciting opportunity for travellers. For the first time they don’t have to choose between low fares with minimal service and premium pricing for more reliable flights.Over the past 20 years Rex has been the most reliable passenger carrier in Australia and our domestic services will naturally enjoy this superior reliability at affordable prices.”
“Rex will offer all the usual perks of a full service carrier including 8 Business Class seats. All fares include checked baggage allowance, food, pre-assigned seating and online check-in.Lounge access and on-board Wi-Fi will be free for Business Class, whilst Economy passengers can access these options for a small fee.”
“In short, we will be offering premium full service with our trademark country hospitality but at fares pegged at the budget carrier level.”“
The first 3 Rex Boeing 737-800s will take off between Sydney and Melbourne on 1 March 2021. Rex will begin with 9 Sydney-Melbourne return services a day. By Easter, 2 additional 737s will be added to expand our domestic network to Brisbane and other capital cities.”
