Qantas Group increases Australian domestic capacity cuts for October–December 2026
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What changed
Qantas Group's November 6 outlook puts October–December 2026 Group Domestic capacity at 5% below the year-earlier quarter, compared with its August forecast of 4% below. Jetstar Domestic capacity is now forecast to be 4% lower year on year, compared with the previous 2% reduction forecast.
Does this affect me?
Travelers booking or planning domestic journeys within Australia on Qantas and Jetstar during October–December 2026. The revised capacity outlook indicates reduced network-wide flying capacity compared with the corresponding quarter in 2025. It does not identify particular airports, routes, departures or affected reservations. The capacity percentages do not represent confirmed flight-cancellation rates.
What should I do?
Check current flight availability and schedules directly with Qantas or Jetstar when arranging domestic travel. If already booked, monitor airline notifications and verify your itinerary before departure. If your specific flight changes, contact the operating airline to review available alternatives. Do not interpret the published capacity reductions as confirmation that an individual flight has been canceled.
Affected places
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