Australian travellers who've been holding out for affordable international flights have finally received their wish, with Black Friday sales triggering a major price drop across multiple airlines and travel providers for 2026 getaways.
Major Airlines Join the Black Friday Frenzy
Several leading carriers have dramatically reduced economy fares, with Etihad Airways leading the charge with an impressive 35 per cent discount on global routes. The sale enables Australians to fly from Sydney or Melbourne to destinations including Abu Dhabi, Dublin, Manchester, Prague, Cairo or Athens from just $1622 per person.
Qatar Airways has also entered the discount arena, currently offering fares to the United Kingdom and Europe starting from $1,719 return. For those preferring domestic or regional travel, Virgin Australia has released a massive one million sale fares beginning at just $49, representing 25 per cent off domestic and short-haul international economy flights.
Limited Time Offers Demand Quick Action
The window for securing these discounted travel opportunities is narrow, creating urgency among savvy Australian travellers. Etihad's epic sale concludes on November 30, giving holiday planners exactly four days to secure their bookings.
Virgin Australia's Cyber weekend deals remain available until December 2 for domestic routes and December 4 for international seats via Doha, which include 15 per cent discounts.
Beyond Flights: Package Deals and Unique Experiences
The Black Friday travel bonanza extends beyond airline tickets, with curated holiday packages and alternative travel options also receiving significant discounts.
Luxury Escapes features several handpicked packages, including a Gold Coast family staycation at Sea World Resort with unlimited entry for up to four guests, currently priced at $1,329 for five nights. Their popular Nusa Dua beachfront package offers all-inclusive dining and unlimited drinks starting from $1799 per room for five nights, or $2799 including flights from major Australian cities.
Cruise enthusiasts can capitalise on Celebrity Cruises' offer of up to 75 per cent off a second guest plus up to $1,200 per stateroom on select sailings, though this promotion ends earlier on November 26.
Motorhome adventurers haven't been forgotten, with Webjet offering 20 per cent off Motorhome Republic bookings until December 3, valid for travel across Australia and New Zealand until December 31, 2027.
With such significant savings available across multiple travel categories, Australian holiday planners are rushing to secure their 2026 getaways at unprecedented prices before these limited-time offers expire.
