Flights of the Week: Maldives, Australia, Finland
A weekly round up of the best flight deals across the net.
$29: Fly one-way across Australia
Fly Jetstar when you book via the Australia Day extended sale.
Sample fares include Melbourne to Hobart from $29 one-way, Sydney to Melbourne from $35 one-way, Melbourne to Adelaide from $35 one-way and Sydney to Gold Coast from $45 one-way.
Checked baggage, meals and entertainment can be added for a fee.
Dates: February-September 2017
We love these flights because:
- There's an extensive available travel period covering many different seasons
- Australian cities can seem similar but are unique and diverse in culture and cuisine
- Camp, explore, hike, climb, ski, swim and walk around this stunning country
$506: Fly return to the Maldives
Fly Scoot when you book via I Want That Flight.
Sample fares include Perth to Malé from $506 return, Sydney to Malé from $545 return, Gold Coast to Malé from $552 return and Melbourne to Malé from $608 return.
Checked baggage, meals and entertainment not included in flight price.
Dates: February-March 2017
We love these flights because:
- You can visit historic mosques and see colourful skyscrapers on this tiny island nation
- The National Museum in Sultan Park displays regional artefacts like ancient weapons and thrones
- Stunning tropical waters, kind-spirited people and dazzlingly delightful seafood abounds
$835: Fly return to Finland
Fly Qantas and British Airways to Helsinki, Finland.
Sample fares include Melbourne to Helsinki from $835 return, Perth to Helsinki from $868 return, Brisbane to Helsinki from $872 return and Sydney to Helsinki from $942 return.
Checked baggage, meals and entertainment are included.
Dates: February-March 2017
We love these flights because:
- Boasting an often cloudless climate, Finland is one of the best places to see the Northern Lights
- Visit the nation's capital, Helsinki, for stately Baltic architecture and a burgeoning foodie scene
- A slew of travel publications have named Finland one of the best holiday destinations for 2017
Latest travel headlines
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- A cancellation nearly ruined the first Tigerair Brisbane-Canberra flight for me
- Which Australian airline will offer Afterpay next?
- Emirates adds 6,846 seats per week between Sydney and Dubai
