Qantas has extended its direct flights between Brisbane and Koror, Palau’s capital, for another year following the success of the route which Qantas commenced in December 2024.
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The service, known as the ‘Palau Paradise Express’, will continue to operate as part of a contract awarded to Qantas by the Federal Government and will help maintain strong trade, tourism and people to people links between Australia and Palau.
The extension of the ‘Palau Paradise Express’ comes in response to strong market demand and significant growth in Australian visitation since Qantas began operating the service. In the first 6 months of 2025, Palau has recorded a 113 per cent increase in visitor arrivals compared to the same period in 2024, with Australian travellers playing a major role in the destination’s tourism resurgence.
Known for its globally renowned marine life and commitment to sustainability, Australians have been drawn to the destination in spades with 75 per cent of Australians visiting as first-time travellers.
The route will continue operating weekly, departing from Brisbane on a Saturday, on a Qantas Boeing 737 aircraft, arriving in Koror in just six hours. The renewed service provides Australians with seamless connectivity to a destination suited to travellers seeking a luxurious, adventure-filled and sustainable escape.
Palau is an archipelago with 300 islands fringed by coral reefs, turquoise waters and home to the UNESCO-listed picture-perfect Rock Islands, one of the most environmentally protected destinations in the Pacific.
Flights will depart Brisbane weekly on a Saturday with a Boeing 737 aircraft.
Average flight time is 6 hours.
Brisbane to Palau service will operate as QF165.
Palau to Brisbane service will operate as QF166.
