LATAM Airlines Group will significantly boost its Australian operations with the launch of daily non-stop services to Santiago, Chile from both Sydney and Melbourne later this year.

The launch of Cathay Pacific’s non-stop service between Hong Kong and Rome marks the airline’s return to the Italian capital, reestablishing a key link between Asia and Europe.

Virgin Australia has officially reentered the long-haul international market with the launch of its first ever Sydney to Doha flight today, a cornerstone of its strategic alliance with Qatar Airways, marking a “pivotal moment” for the airline and Australian travellers alike.

Lufthansa Group General Manager Australia Anil Rodricks will depart his role to pursue new interests outside the aviation industry, The Walshe Group has confirmed.

Virgin Australia, the country’s second-largest airline group, has confirmed its intention to proceed with an Initial Public Offering (IPO), and will list on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) with trading expected to begin on 24 June.

IndiGo, Delta Air Lines, Air France-KLM and Virgin Atlantic have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing connectivity between India, Europe, and North America.

A 20% increase in premium capacity from Sydney to Abu Dhabi is on the horizon as Etihad Airways confirmed it would introduce its A350-1000 aircraft to the route from 1 October 2025.

Cathay Pacific is set to rekindle its connection with South Australia, announcing the return of non-stop flights between Hong Kong and Adelaide starting 11 November 2025.

American Airlines has opened its new Flagship and Admirals Club lounges at Philadelphia International Airport’s (PHL) Terminal A-West.

Strong demand for air travel and limited domestic competition are among the factors that have helped Australia’s two largest airline groups, Qantas and Virgin Australia to finish up the first half of the 2024-25 financial year on a high note, according to a new report from the competition watchdog.

United Airlines will enhance its international flying experience with the introduction of its new “United Elevated” interior, debuting on upcoming Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.

Qantas’ announcement of new direct flights between Adelaide and Auckland along, along with its unveiling of a new business lounge at Adelaide Airport, has been described as “fantastic news” for South Australian travellers.