Jetstar Asia, based in Singapore, officially launched scheduled flight operations between Sri Lanka and Singapore on November 21, 2024.
The airline will operate five return flights weekly, utilizing its modern Airbus A320 fleet to connect the two destinations.
The inaugural flight touched down at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) at 10:30 AM, carrying 179 passengers. It received a ceremonial water salute from Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL), marking the occasion with grandeur.