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Fiji Airways Announces Direct Flights Between Nadi and Cairns Starting April 2025

Kris — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 02:29:33 +0000

Fiji Airways, the national carrier of Fiji, has unveiled an exciting new route connecting its capital Nadi with Cairns. The service, launching on April 10, 2025, will operate three times a week—on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays—offering Australian travelers a convenient link to the tropical paradise as well onward connections. Seamless Connections to North America The […]

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Perth Airport partners with Accor to open Pullman hotel in 2027

Kris — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 01:26:18 +0000

Perth Airport is set to welcome its first on-site hotel in partnership with Accor, Australia’s largest hotel operator. The new Pullman Perth Airport hotel, which is planned to open in 2027, will provide a high-end experience for travelers right at the heart of the airport grounds. Featuring 240 rooms and suites across eight floors, the […]

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Qantas Expands International Network with 220,000 Additional Seats, and New Aircraft and Route

Kris — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 02:24:27 +0000

Qantas is set to significantly expand its international operations, with the addition of 220,000 seats, new aircraft, and a brand-new route. Over the next 12 months, the airline will increase capacity to meet growing demand in the Asia Pacific and US markets, introducing new services and improving fleet efficiency. From February 2025, Qantas will roll […]

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Qatar Airways to Acquire 25% Stake in Virgin Australia, Bringing Major Benefits to Travellers

Kris — Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:18:39 +0000

In a major development for Australian aviation, Qatar Airways Group has announced its intention to acquire a 25% minority stake in Virgin Australia, subject to regulatory approval. This strategic investment is set to strengthen the partnership between the two airlines, bringing a host of benefits to travellers, including more competitive fares, expanded international routes, and […]

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Qantas launches Melbourne-Honolulu route

Kris — Tue, 03 Sep 2024 02:16:19 +0000

Qantas has announced a new direct flight service from Melbourne to Honolulu, set to commence in May 2025. The new Honolulu route will operate three times weekly using an Airbus A330. Jetstar, Qantas’ low-cost subsidiary, will discontinue its existing Honolulu service from Melbourne as Qantas takes over. Qantas and Jetstar will continue to operate their […]

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Qantas Perth-Paris flights take off

Kris — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 01:53:55 +0000

Qantas’ inaugural Perth-Paris flight will be touching down in the French capital in a few hours. The new route – Qantas’ third direct from Perth to Europe – comes just in time for the 2024 Olympics and follows the success of the carrier’s nonstop flights from Perth to London and Rome. The new year-round route […]

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Qantas Adelaide lounge redevelopments set to begin

Kris — Mon, 10 Jun 2024 02:36:59 +0000

Qantas passengers traveling through Adelaide Airport are poised to enjoy an enhanced airport experience with the announcement that the lounge precinct redevelopment is set to begin this month. The redevelopment project will introduce a brand-new Domestic Business Lounge inspired by the natural beauty of Kangaroo Island’s Flinders Chase National Park. Additionally, the existing Qantas Club […]

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Qantas Introduces New Boarding Process to Streamline Domestic Flights

Kris — Mon, 03 Jun 2024 03:03:13 +0000

Qantas is launching a new boarding process for domestic flights at four of Australia’s largest airports, aiming to reduce the time passengers spend waiting at the gate and to expedite seating onboard. The initiative, termed Group Boarding, marks the first adoption of this system in Australia, although it is already employed by various international airlines. […]

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Rex Airlines launches Melbourne-Perth route

Kris — Fri, 24 May 2024 02:07:41 +0000

Rex Airlines has unveiled its latest addition to the domestic route network, a new Melbourne-Perth service – the first to connect the east and west coasts. Starting from June 28, 2024, the new flights will be operated by a Boeing 737 five days a week, offering fresh competition on the popular route. The flight timings […]

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Qantas launches Brisbane-Manila flights, suspends Sydney-Shanghai

Kris — Tue, 14 May 2024 08:40:15 +0000

Qantas has unveiled a series of updates to its Asia network, including the suspension of the Sydney-Shanghai route and the launch of a new Brisbane-Manila service, as well as increased frequencies to Singapore and India. Suspension of Sydney-Shanghai Flights Starting 28 July 2024, Qantas will suspend its Sydney-Shanghai flights due to ongoing low demand. Despite […]

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