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Jetstar Launches BidCash Upgrades as First Refitted 787 Nears Service

The move targets rising demand for premium seats on longer international routes.

The first look at the new international Jetstar Boeing 787 cabin with a chance to bid on business class seats
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Overview

  • Eligible economy passengers can now bid for Business seats on most 787 international flights via BidCash, with minimum offers on Melbourne–Ho Chi Minh reported from AU$180.
  • Jetstar says the first of 11 Boeing 787s with the new interior is completing work in Hong Kong and is expected to enter service in the coming weeks.
  • The refresh more than doubles the Business cabin to 44 seats and adds in‑flight Wi‑Fi, 38‑inch pitch reclining seats, adjustable headrests, device holders and high‑power dual USB‑C charging.
  • The retrofit will roll out across the 787 fleet over the next two years, with added crew rest areas intended to enable longer sectors, including a Colombo service cited to start in August.
  • Jetstar plans to expand BidCash to Qantas Frequent Flyers so upgrades can be bid using points, with options flagged for both Classic‑style upgrades and Points Plus Pay.