United will launch a brand new San Francisco-Adelaide route from December 2025, the first time a commercial airline will operate between the city pairs.

Upgraded airport lounges and new Premium Economy cabins will form part of Korean’s service enhancement strategy, following the launch of its new livery and logo last month.

Emirates has reported an uptick in demand for premium travel as a growing number of travellers prioritise luxury and comfort for long-haul journeys

Fiji Airways has become the newest full member of oneworld® alliance, with a suite of benefits available to guests effective from today, 1 April 2025. The move comes after Fiji Airways was accepted and joined oneworld as an affiliate ‘Connect’ member in 2018. In June last year, oneworld revealed the Fijian carrier would move to becoming a full member.

The Australian competition watchdog today announced it has granted authorisation to Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways to allow them to engage in cooperative conduct under an integrated alliance for five years. The arrangement will double the frequency of flights currently operated by Qatar Airways alone between Doha and major Australian airports.

Alaska Airlines has firmed up the launch date for its new nonstop service between Seattle and Seoul Incheon on Hawaiian Airlines.

Air France has unveiled details of its new La Premiére cabin which will begin rolling out on select Boeing 777-300ER aircraft this year. Complimenting the new airport journey at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport which launched ahead of the Paris Olympics last year, the La Première cabin will comprise just four suites, each nearly 3.5 square metres, and feature a seat and chaise lounge that converts to a two metre long bed.

Cathay Pacific has partnered with Mott 32, one of the world’s most awarded Chinese restaurant brands, to bring customers an elevated dining experience at The Pier, First class lounge at Hong Kong International Airport.

British Airways has marked its 45th year of connecting London with Seattle with the re-opening of its lounge at Seattle Tacoma International Airport.

Lufthansa has expanded the route options for its top-of-the-line Allegris seats. Effective 30 March, the new cabin will become available on long-haul routes from Munich to San Diego, to Newark (from mid-April) and to Charlotte (from early August).

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has confirmed it intends to give the green light to the cooperative alliance between Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways for a five-year period.

Air India and Virgin Australia have inked a new codeshare agreement that will enhance connectivity and convenience for those travelling between India and Australia.