Top dollar in the Top End

Top dollar in the Top End

Author: Momentum Media November 27, 2024 Duration: 34:54

Think your airfares are bad? Spare a thought for the people of Darwin, who according to a recent ABC Stateline report, are having to pay thousands of dollars – even months in advance – for an interstate flight.

Both Qantas Group and Virgin have denied any accusations of price gouging, with Qantas blaming various regional and seasonal factors while Virgin is pointing the finger squarely at Darwin Airport and its high fees – but are they right?

Adam and Jake take a look at the situation up north and whether a bit more competition could cool down prices in the tropical Top End.

Plus, who won this month's coveted Huey Award for reliability – and is it better to delay a flight than cancel it?


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