A mere dot in the Indian Ocean, the Cocos (Keeling) Islands have always felt a step removed — the kind of place you commit to, not just visit.

This is set to change with QantasLink beginning its new non-stop service from Perth to the remote islands on 1 May 2026.

The updated route removes the previous stop in Port Hedland, cutting the total journey time to just over four hours. Jusst in time for a winter escape, the new direct service is expected to open the Cocos (Keeling) Islands to more travellers, with less travel time making short getaways and longer stays more accessible.

As Australia's most remote tropical island, the Cocos (Keeling) Islands can host just 144 travellers at a time. Famed for endless white-sand beaches, clear lagoons and rare wildlife, it's a true off-grid destination for travellers to adventure or simply slow down. 

Flights are now available to book via qantas.com, with a weekly Friday service operating from Perth.

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