Airline Name
Regional Express
IATA Code
ZL
Regional Express, or Rex Airlines, was formed in 2002 after the merging of two prominent regional airlines in Australia – Hazelton and Kendell Airlines. Today, Rex flights play an important role in connecting regional travellers to major Australian cities, namely Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville, Cairns and Perth. Rex currently operates services across the country to regional destinations including Mount Isa, Birdsville, Longreach, Roma, Coffs Harbour, Orange, Coober Pedy, Wagga Wagga and Esperance, with select routes operated in partnership with the Queensland Government. Planning a trip to regional Australia? Book your Rex airfare online or in-store today!
Yes. While Rex Airlines entered voluntary administration in 2024, the airline’s valuable regional flight network remains unaffected and is currently being supported by the Australian Government. What does this mean? Even though Rex flights between major Australian capital cities have been put on pause for now, passengers travelling on regional routes departing from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Townsville, Cairns and Perth can continue to book flights with Rex.
While last-minute Rex sale fares may become available, you’ll generally find it pays to plan ahead. Most airlines release tickets around 11 months in advance, and as a rough guide, we recommend booking flights between six and nine months before you plan to fly. When it comes to balancing flexible travel dates with the biggest savings, this should give you the best of both worlds!
We know there’s nothing more frustrating than seeing the Rex airfare you just booked go on sale, so consider adding our Captain’s Pack when booking in-store or our Online Captain’s Pack when booking online for Price Drop Protection options and other benefits.
Your Rex tickets will allow you to bring one personal item and one carry-on bag (48 cm x 34 cm x 23 cm) with a maximum weight of 7kg. In most cases, passengers can also bring one checked bag weighing up to 15kg and with a maximum linear dimension of 140 cm. The linear dimension of your bag is calculated by adding the height, length and width (including wheels and handles).
Remember, baggage allowances will vary depending on your flight itinerary, ticket class and loyalty program status, so check your tickets to see what’s included with your Rex flights. Need to add extra baggage to your flight booking? Talk to your Travel Expert before heading to the airport!
Absolutely! Remember to add your frequent flyer or loyalty program membership details when you book Rex flights online or ask your Travel Expert to do it for you when booking in-store. As long as the airfare meets your program’s requirements, you’ll earn points. For more information, check with your specific loyalty program and see our Booking Terms and Conditions.
Sydney (SYD), Melbourne (MEL), Adelaide (ADL): Rex operates turboprop aircraft focusing on regional towns feeding into these capital cities.
Wagga Wagga (WGA), Albury (ABX), Mildura (MQL), Port Lincoln (PLO): Important regional communities within Australia connected by Rex flights.
We sure do! When you book Rex flights with us, you’ll have access to our experienced team of Travel Experts before you take off, as well as 24/7 emergency support while you’re away for added peace of mind. More information on how to contact us can be found in our Help Centre, or you can always talk to your Travel Expert if you made your Rex flight booking in-store.
Keep an eye on this page to see what Rex specials are currently available or ask your Travel Expert to help you find the perfect flight itinerary for your next trip. You can book affordable flights with us online, through the Flight Centre App or in-store with one of our Travel Experts. Can’t find exactly what you’re looking for? Check out our flight deals for other airline options to get your holiday off the ground!
This will depend on the terms and conditions of your specific Rex flight booking and change fees may apply. More information on how to change your booking is available in our Help Centre and within our Booking Terms and Conditions.
Yes, you can sign up for domestic fare alerts on our website. Looking for the easiest way to stay up to date on Rex promotions and other flight deals as they come in to land? Subscribe for email updates and download the Flight Centre App to make sure you never miss a saving!
There are plenty of ways to pay for your Rex flight booking, including credit or debit cards, PayPal, CommBank Awards points and Flight Centre Gift Cards. More information and a full list of accepted payment methods is available in our Help Centre.
To check the status of your Rex flights after booking, talk to your Travel Expert or use the real-time flight status search tool on the Rex Airlines website. More information on how to manage your booking and flight change notifications can also be found in our Help Centre.
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