written by on 08/10/2013
Unfortunately I travelled with Jetstar over the long weekend as it was cheaper than other airlines, and they beat tiger airways by 10%. I have never flown with them before and thought I would try the airline out as I was told by friends that it was only an hour flight so it would be fine. It was ridiculous - so chaotic, unorganised and there were no staff at any of the gates. Firstly my online check-in was not working, so I called their help desk and the lady on the phone was not even listening to what I was saying and was completely patronising. On my return flight, there was no identification of the flight number or time at the gate, gate changes over the speaker that were incorrect nor ANY STAFF there to help with any queries. Both flights were extremely delayed and the flight crew were not helpful (just stood around while people were flustered and worried about where to put their baggage as there was no room). Bags were moved by the flight crew and they did not inform the passengers. It took over 35 minutes to board the plane. The most annoying part about the whole thing was that the lines to board were crazy - we were told to line up (didn't even hear the staff as it was not said over the intercom), once we were all lined up and waiting in line (which was very long mind you) they decided to change the way in which to board to seat 19 - 37 first (this created so much chaos and the passengers were getting very frustrated because at this point the flight was already delayed by 25 minutes). On both my flights the flight hostesses were rude, very unhelpful and kept hitting the back of my seat without apologising.
I would never fly with jetstar again, it was an awful experience. It was not smooth, easy or stress free (as you would know it is alrwady stressful trying ot get to the airport on time, checkin in etc.)
My flight outbound had a huge delay - 1.5 hours and I was not informed by sms nor email or a phone call.
Jetstar needs to pull up their socks. The price difference is the only thing going for this airline and majority of the time it is still expensive.
Sorry Jetstar I would not recommend your airline.