Webjet fined $9m for misleading discount airfare ads

July 29, 2025 11:18

Webjet has been ordered to pay $9 million in penalties for false or misleading statements regarding flight prices and booking confirmations made between 2018 and 2023.

The ACCC began an investigation into the online travel agency following a consumer complaint, where an advertised airfare price — “from $18” — was almost tripled after compulsory fees were added.

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Lauren McNamara

Lauren McNamara is a freelance journalist. She previously spent three years at Mumbrella, most recently as the associate editor. She left her staff role in August 2025.