Qantas Boosts Palau Flights

Qantas Extends Brisbane–Palau Direct Service for Another Year Following Strong Demand

Qantas has extended its direct service between Brisbane and Koror, the capital of Palau, for another year, following the success of the route, which began in December 2024.

The weekly service, known as the Palau Paradise Express, will continue under a contract awarded by the Australian Federal Government. The route supports trade, tourism, and cultural connections between Australia and Palau.

The decision to continue the service reflects sustained demand and increased visitation. In the first half of 2025, Palau recorded a 113 per cent increase in visitor arrivals compared to the same period in 2024, with Australian travellers contributing significantly to this growth. Data shows that three-quarters of Australians visiting Palau this year were first-time travellers.

The service operates once a week on a Qantas Boeing 737, departing Brisbane on Saturdays and arriving in Koror in six hours. The extension provides Australian travellers with direct access to Palau, a Pacific destination known for its marine environment, island landscapes, and sustainable tourism initiatives.

Qantas CEO International, Cam Wallace, said:

“We are pleased to extend our direct service to Palau for another year. Since launching the route, interest from Australian travellers has been very strong, and we are seeing continued growth in demand. The renewal of this service supports tourism opportunities in Palau while offering Australians more choice for travel to the Pacific.”

Director of the Palau Visitors Authority, Kadoi Ruluked, said:

“The extension of Qantas’ Brisbane–Koror service is an important step for our tourism sector. Australian travellers are showing growing interest in Palau, and this direct connection allows more visitors to experience our diving, sailing, and cultural heritage. Local operators are already seeing positive results, and this continued partnership with Qantas will help strengthen Palau’s presence as a travel destination.”

Palau, an archipelago of more than 300 islands in Micronesia, is home to UNESCO-listed Rock Islands and one of the Pacific’s most carefully managed marine environments.