Qantas Launches First A380 Flights to Africa, Expands Codeshare Network with Airlink

(IN SHORT) Qantas has introduced its first-ever Airbus A380 flights to Johannesburg, boosting capacity between Australia and South Africa by nearly 130,000 seats annually. The new service, operating up to six times a week, reintroduces First Class and significantly increases Premium Economy options on the route. In addition, Qantas has partnered with Johannesburg-based Airlink to… Read the full press release

Qantas Freight Becomes First Operator at Western Sydney’s New 24/7 Cargo Hub

(IN SHORT) Qantas Freight has become the first freight airline to sign on with Western Sydney International (WSI) Airport’s new 24-hour Cargo Precinct. This partnership is expected to increase Sydney’s air cargo capacity by 33% and provide dedicated access to major logistics centres. Qantas’ facility will include 14,000 square metres of warehousing and support its… Read the full press release

Qantas and Jetstar to Launch Expanded Flight Services to Vanuatu, Enhancing Travel Options for Australians

(IN SHORT) Qantas and Jetstar have announced plans to increase their flight offerings to Vanuatu, introducing up to nine return flights per week from Australian cities. Starting in September 2024, Qantas will operate three weekly flights between Brisbane and Port Vila, with potential to expand to five based on demand. Jetstar will begin offering up… Read the full press release

Qantas Expands International Capacity and Unveils New Routes to Meet Rising Travel Demand

Sydney, Australia, 2023-Aug-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Qantas announced another increase to its international capacity ahead of additional aircraft returning to its fleet. Destinations with more capacity announced include New York, Los Angeles, Johannesburg and Bali. The Qantas Group is currently at around 80 per cent of its pre-COVID international capacity levels, which has… Read the full press release

Air New Zealand celebrates its Auckland – San Francisco route’s 10th year anniversary; plans to double daily return services later this year

Auckland, New Zealand, 2014-6-30 — /Travel PR News/ — The airline originally began operating three flights per week on June 30, 2004 and now flies daily to this popular North American destination – with plans to go double daily later this year. The airline will step up its frequency between Auckland and San Francisco to 10 return… Read the full press release