FlyPelican - Media Release

Published on 03 June 2025

QANTAS AND FLYPELICAN ANNOUNCE NEW INTERLINE AND LOUNGE AGREEMENT

Monday 2 June 2025

Qantas and FlyPelican are pleased to announce a new one-way interline agreement that will provide greater connectivity and convenience for regional travellers, commencing 2 June 2025.

The new partnership allows customers booking with Qantas to connect to FlyPelican-operated flights, expanding access to regional destinations in New South Wales. This agreement marks an important step in enhancing travel options for communities and supporting regional tourism and business travel.

Through this partnership, eligible FlyPelican passengers* will also enjoy pre-flight access to Qantas Club Lounges in Canberra and the Gold Coast, further elevating the customer experience and bringing premium benefits to more regional routes.

The agreement enables smoother itinerary planning and fare packaging through Qantas booking channels including travel agents with selling on Qantas.com to launch in the coming months.

Comments from QantasLink CEO Rachel Yangoyan,

“Our partnership with FlyPelican marks an exciting chapter in our ongoing commitment to regional Australia. It will expand travel options and strengthen connections for regional travellers to Qantas’ extensive domestic network.

“We look forward to growing this partnership with FlyPelican and unlocking even more opportunities for regional travellers.”

Comments from FlyPelican CEO Marty Hawley,

“This interline agreement is a great step forward for regional connectivity. By working with Qantas, we’re opening the door to more travel opportunities for regional travellers while continuing to deliver the personal, reliable service FlyPelican is known for.”

The partnership is available for bookings now through Qantas channels (excluding Qantas.com) and travel agents on select FlyPelican routes.

Visual assets can be found here.

*From 2 June 2025, FlyPelican customers who purchase a Pelican Flexible or Pelican Corporate fare have pre-flight access to the Qantas Club domestic lounges in Canberra and the Gold Coast during lounge opening hours

Media Enquiries:

FlyPelican

Marty Hawley, FlyPelican, CEO
02 4965 0111 // mhawley@flypelican.com.au

Qantas

Qantasmedia@qantas.com.au // 0418 210 005

About FlyPelican

• FlyPelican is Newcastle’s local airline with its headquarters based at Newcastle Airport.
•  FlyPelican is a 100% privately-owned NSW company.
• FlyPelican has been successfully operating regular passenger services and charter flights for 10 years, with a fleet of British Aerospace Jetstream 32 aircraft.
• FlyPelican operates RPT and regular charter services within regional NSW, ACT and South East Queensland.

Disclaimer: This information is shared for informational purposes only. FlyPelican and Qantas are not affiliates of Walgett Shire Council. Walgett Shire Council does not accept any liability for changes, inaccuracies, or actions taken based on this information. Please contact the airlines directly for the most up-to-date and accurate travel information.