Emirates & United Activate...
Emirates and United have activated their codeshare partnership, allowing customers of both airlines easier access to an expanded network.
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Lufthansa Presents “First...
Lufthansa's new Allegris long-haul product sees the introduction of First Class Suite Plus, as well as more flexibility in business class and economy.
Qatar Airways Expands China...
Qatar Airways continues its Greater China network expansion with a new service to Beijing’s Daxing International. Qatar Airways will resume passenger service between Doha and Beijing in Summer 2023...
China Airlines Launches...
China Airlines has partnered with SoundOn to launch all-new high-quality podcast programming for in-flight entertainment systems.
United Resumed Nonstop Flights...
United Airlines has resumed nonstop services to and from Hong Kong, marking the airline’s first passenger flight service out of the city since the start of the pandemic.
BA Doubles Hong Kong Service
British Airways will double its services from Hong Kong with the introduction of its new A350-1000 airline.
Hong Kong Airlines Adds Beijing...
Hong Kong Airlines will operate a four-time weekly service to the Beijing Daxing International Airport from March 15, 2023.
Qantas Reveals Business &...
Qantas has unveiled prototypes of the First and Business cabins on the aircraft that will fly passengers non-stop from Australia to New York and London from late 2025.
Cathay Pacific Brings More...
Hong Kong’s home carrier has partnered with Michelin-starred restaurant Duddell’s to celebrate the city’s gourmet culture with a taste of home at 30,000 feet
LATAM Launches a New Business...
LATAM Airlines has debuted a new menu in its Premium Business cabin that highlights the versatility of Latin American cuisine and a greater variety of service options.
Air Astana to Resumes Astana,...
From 18 March 2023, Air Astana, the national carrier of Kazakhstan, will resume flights from Astana to Beijing.
Singapore Changi Airport Named...
After a successful revival of its business, Singapore Changi Airport has been crowned the Overall Winner of this year’s Routes Awards.
Qatar to Resume Shanghai Flights
Qatar Airways significantly expands operations in the Greater China region with the resumption of its Shanghai service. The Qatar-based airline has reintroduced its Shanghai to its global network of 150...
China Airlines & The North...
Taiwan-based China Airlines has announced a second partnership with The North Face as it prepares for post-pandemic passenger traffic recovery.
Espresso Martinis, Dessert Cart...
For Delta, a new year means a new onboard food and beverage refresh, including Tip Top’s espresso martinis, traditional afternoon tea, seasonally-inspired menu items.
Emirates to Resume Daily...
Dubai-based Emirates will increase services to one of Asia’s top destinations with 14 weekly flights between the UAE and Hong Kong operated by its signature A380.
EVA to Commence Daily Taipei...
EVA Air will launch daily non-stop flights between Taipei and Clark the northwestern Philippines, starting March 30, 2023.
China Airlines Introduces...
China Airlines has partnered with TOUTOUAN, a famous restaurant in Tokyo, to launch its “natural style” Japanese cuisine for Premium Business/Business Class on all Japanese routes.
Cathay Pacific Returns First...
As the carrier adds more flights, Cathay Pacific customers can once again enjoy the airline's elevated First class service on select popular flights.
Etihad Adds New Abu Dhabi...
Etihad Airways is set to strengthen air connectivity between the UAE and China next year, starting with an additional weekly frequency on its Abu Dhabi – Shanghai route.
Emirates Adds Additional...
Emirates starts an exciting new year in Thailand as the airline adds a fourth flight between Bangkok and Dubai this month.
China Airlines Expands Presence...
China Airlines has launched direct flights between Taipei and Da Nang, an important travel hub in Vietnam and the airline’s third scheduled service in the country. Taiwan-based China Airlines has...
Jetstar to Move to...
Jetstar Asia and Jetstar Airways have confirmed they will operate from Singapore Changi Airport’s Terminal 4 (T4) from 22 March 2023.
United to Return to Hong Kong...
United Airlines will resume direct Hong Kong - San Francisco services from March 6, 2023, its first since the pandemic began in 2020.
Emirates and Air Canada Expand...
Emirates and Air Canada have expanded their partnership to offer frequent flyer members joint loyalty programme benefits.
Emirates Returns the A380 to...
Emirates has recommenced direct A380 flights between Dubai and Auckland Airport for the first time since February 2020. The first special non-stop daily service from Dubai to Auckland was greeted at...
LyLo Set to Debut in Auckland
Focused on a savvy, cost-conscious travel experience, LyLo, a ground-breaking new lifestyle budget accommodation experience, will open in Auckland, New Zealand on December 1.
Airline Passengers More...
Asia-Pacific airline passengers are 12 times more confidant to take a flight in 2022 than they were last year, according to a new report from Inmarsat.
BA Relaunches Club World Service
British Airways is relaunching its much-anticipated Club World business class service with delicious new menus that will appeal to business travellers.
BA to Launch New Club Suites on...
British Airways is launching new, improved First and Club World cabins on board its Singapore flights to London and Sydney.
Emirates Adds Premium Economy...
Emirates will debut its newly retrofitted A380s featuring its latest Premium Economy cabins on services to New York JFK, San Francisco, Melbourne, Auckland and Singapore from December.
Cathay Combines Asia Miles,...
Cathay Pacific has brought the Marco Polo Club and Asia Miles loyalty programmes under one roof, giving members more options to earn and redeem.
Emirates to Enhance Customer...
Emirates is investing over US$2 billion to enhance its inflight customer experience, including a massive programme to retrofit over 120 aircraft with the latest interiors, plus an array of other service...
Alaska Airlines Launches New...
This summer, Alaska Airlines guests can veg out on board with more gluten-friendly, plant-based and vegan meal options available in all cabins.
Emirates to Increase Gatwick...
Emirates will increase the frequency of its services between Dubai and London Gatwick airport with the addition of a third daily flight, effective 27 July until 3 August 2022.
China Airlines Upgrades Baggage...
China Airlines has upgraded its baggage allowance to a piece-based system for tickets purchased from August 2 on all routes.
Emirates & Air Canada Sign...
Emirates and Air Canada have signed a strategic partnership agreement that will create more options for customers when travelling on the carriers’ networks.
New Premier Seats for Air New...
From 2024, Air New Zealand will offer a new Business Premier Luxe suite, a new Business Premier seat and the world’s first Skynest
China Airlines to Fly New...
China Airlines will begin flying its new A321neo passenger aircraft on the Taipei (Songshan)-Tokyo (Haneda) route daily from July 1.
Emirates Rolls Out Premium Economy
Business travellers can look forward to another distinctive Emirates travel experience as the airline unveils its full Premium Economy offering onboard, available for booking for flights from August 2022.
British Airways Reopens Lounge...
British Airways' flagship lounge in Singapore has reopened, allowing business travellers to dine, relax and shower before their flight.
New Business Class for Air France
Air France will add a new business class product to its Boeing 777-300 fleet this autumn, with new fully flat seats and nutritiously-balanced French cuisine.
Qatar Airways Launches New...
Qatar Airways passengers can now enjoy local and sustainably sourced meals inspired by the airline’s North American gateway cities.
China Airlines Launches New...
China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, has upgraded its in-flight entertainment offering with its “Dynasty Sky Reading” e-book service.
Air New Zealand to Add NYC
Air New Zealand will operate a direct Auckland-New York route three times a week from September to coincide with increased border reopenings by visa-waiver countries.
China Airlines Launches New...
China Airlines has launched its new A321neo on the Taipei-Hong Kong route and introduced the new Songshan-Haneda business travel route. China Airlines’ all-new fleet of A321neo aircraft has debuted on its...
Finnair Adds Mumbai to Asia Network
Finnair has updated its traffic program for summer 2022 and added the Indian city of Mumbai to its Asia destination network.
BA to Serve Aviation Gin Onboard
In a new partnership, British Airways will now sell Aviation American Gin on board trans-Atlantic and long-haul flights.
Samarkand International Opens...
Air Marakanda, operator of the newly-expanded and redeveloped Samarkand International Airport, has opened the airport’s newest terminal.
Finnair to Avoid Russian Airspace
While Finnair continues serving Shanghai and Seoul with strong cargo support, it has cancelled flights to Osaka and Hong Kong until the end of April.
Finnair Resumes Japan Flights
Finnair will resume flights to Tokyo, Narita next week with four weekly frequencies and new routing.
AA Launches Reimagined...
American Airlines launches its reimagined AAdvantage loyalty program, offering business travellers even more reards and flexibility.
Air Canada Expands...
Air Canada as announced its most extensive schedule out of Canada since the global pandemic radically slowed air travel, with new services to Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
LATAM Resumes Sydney –...
After a lengthy suspension during the pandemic, South American carrier LATAM will resume flights between Auckland, New Zealand, and Sydney, Australia with Santiago, Chile.
BA to Recommence Singapore...
British Airways’ first passenger flight between Singapore and Sydney since April 2020 will take to the skies on March 28 2022 following the news that Australia is reopening its borders to fully vaccinated...
Starlux Introduces First A330neo
New Taiwanese carrier Starlux Airlines has taken delivery of its first A330neo, making it the first airline in Taiwan to take delivery of an A330neo. The airline has spent much time evaluating and...
CX & Cigna Offer New...
Hong Kong's Cathay Pacific has launched a new virtual health companion app as well as a strategic wellness and insurance collaboration with Cigna.
Finnair Launches New Premium...
Finnair has unveiled its brand-new Premium Economy product, which will offer an appealing new travel option for its long-haul customers.
Finnair Rethinks Business Class...
Business class travel takes a leap forward with Finnair’s new Business Class cabin and the arrival of the spacious new Collins Aerospace AirLounge seat.
Etihad Launches Sustainable...
Etihad Airways has launched its dedicated sustainability-focused corporate rewards programme, Corporate Conscious Choices.
British Airways Relaunches Doha...
British Airways and Qatar Airways will strengthen their joint venture as BA recommences flights between Gatwick and Doha.
KLIA Adds SITA Biometrics
Domestic and international passengers flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) can now benefit from new SITA biometric-enabled self-service touchpoints following a significant technology upgrade.
Qatar Resumes Premium Services...
Qatar Airways will recommence premium inflight services on its five-daily flights to London and three-daily flights to Paris, from January.
Vietjet Heads to Mother Russia
Vietjet it will commence its first-ever non-stop services to Europe, connecting Vietnam's capital city Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and the beach city of Nha Trang with Moscow in mid-2022.
Qatar Airways to Launch Flights...
Qatar Airways will launch twice-weekly non-stop flights between Doha and Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan, in January 2022.
Finnair Bolsters US Services
Finnair has added Seattle to its network and continues direct flights from Stockholm to Los Angeles and New York during the summer season ahead.
Qantas Returns to India After a...
Qantas has launched commercial flights between Australia and India for the first time in almost a decade.
Cathay to Launch HBO Inflight
Cathay Pacific will become the first airline in Asia Pacific to introduce HBO Max Originals to its seatback inflight entertainment (IFE) experience. Hong Kong’s home airline will debut the HBO Max brand...
Malaysia Airlines Enhances...
Malaysia Airlines introduces its first reward system exclusively for corporate partners, offering benefits, privileges, and options via its corporate travel programme, MHbiz Pro.
China Airlines Receives A321neo...
China Airlines has received its first A321neo passenger aircraft which boats contactless service and enhanced epidemic prevention measures.
Radisson Blu Opens in Nashik
Radisson Blu has opened Radisson Blu Hotel & Spa, Nashik, a property nestled at the foothills of the two-millennia old Pandav Caves. Located just off Nashik Mumbai highway, this idyllic hotel is...
Malaysia Airlines &...
Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines (SIA) will reactivate and expand their codeshare to include points in Malaysia, Europe, and South Africa.
China Airlines Adds Wireless to...
Taiwan-based carrier China Airlines has introduced the all new Fantasy Sky Wireless Entertainment System for its Boeing 737-800 fleet.
New Cabin Formats for Singapore...
Singapore Airlines has launched its highly-anticipated new cabin products, which will be rolled out on its Boeing 737-8 fleet in the coming weeks.
Emirates to Add Tel Aviv
Emirates will launch a daily non-stop flight between Dubai and Tel Aviv, Israel, starting December 6.
Gulf Air Creates New Charter...
Gulf Air has launched “Boutique Charters” allowing its global clientele to book private direct charter flights with personalised itineraries.
Finnair to Add Busan, Tokyo...
Finnair will open new Asia long-haul routes to Busan in South Korea, Tokyo Haneda in Japan, as well as and Dallas in the United States in 2022.
BA Continues Club Suite Rollout
British Airways is continuing with the rollout of its newest business class seat, Club Suite, as it continues to retrofit the seat across its Boeing 777 fleet, with the process expected to be completed by...
Emirates Ramps Up Australia...
With Australia’s borders now open to international travellers as of today, Emirates has enhanced its operations to the country to meet pent up demand for travel.
British Airways Creates...
British Airways has launched Quarantine-free Vaccinated Travel Lane (VTL) flights between London Heathrow and Singapore Changi International.
Qatar Airways Sees Pink for...
Qatar Airways marks its support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Think Pink experiences onboard and at its lounges at Hamad International Airport. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, passengers are...
Air Canada Expands Europe...
Air Canada has unveiled its planned Summer 2022 schedule for Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and India, including Barcelona, Venice, Nice, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Reykjavik.
AA Partners With India’s...
American Airlines is opening new doors across India this fall thanks to a new codeshare agreement with IndiGo, India’s leading airline.
Singapore Airlines Collaborates...
Singapore Airlines has partnered with California wellness retreat Golden Door to bring a new roster of health-focused meals, exercise, and well-being options to its flights between Singapore and the US.
New Private Screening Centre...
International passengers arriving at KL International Airport (KLIA) can now experience its new private Covid-19 screening facility that promises safe, convenient, and efficient testing procedures.
British Airways to Recommence...
British Airways will recommence A380 services earlier than expected as US borders re-open, initially operating to Los Angeles, Miami and Dubai. British Airways is set to welcome back its first A380 aircraft...
Qantas to Recommence Kangaroo Route
Qantas will operate its flagship direct route from Australia to London via Darwin when international flights resume next month with the reopening of Australia’s border.
Singapore to Launch Vancouver,...
Singapore Airlines will launch four-times-weekly seasonal services to Vancouver and Seattle from December 2021. Running from December 2, 2021, until February 15, 2022, two of the weekly...
New Gatwick Lounge for Plaza...
Airport hospitality specialist Plaza Premium Group has opened Plaza Premium Lounge at London Gatwick Airport.
AirAsia Malaysia Makes Vaccines...
AirAsia Malaysia will require all passengers to be fully vaccinated, effective immediately.
Qantas to Recommence...
Qantas will bring forward the restart of its international flights to November 14, 2021, following the Federal Government’s announcement that Australia’s borders will open in November. The national carrier...
Qatar Airways Named...
Qatar Airways has been named 2021 ‘Airline of the Year’ by Skytrax for a record sixth time, in addition to winning five other major awards.
Air Astana is the Best Airline...
Air Astana, the flag carrier of Kazakhstan, has been recognised as the “Best Airline in Central Asia” in the Skytrax World Airline Awards for 2021. This is the ninth time that Air Astana has received the...
Emirates to Expand A380 Network
In line with the continued easing of travel restrictions around the globe, Emirates will deploy its flagship A380 aircraft to an expanded list of destinations starting in October and November.
Qatar Airways to Fly to Almaty...
Qatar Airways will launch scheduled twice-weekly passenger services to Almaty, Kazakhstan starting from November 19 2021.
Etihad Upgrades its Verified to...
Etihad Airways has upgraded its innovative Verified to Fly service to offer a more streamlined and personalised service through its website.
Lufthansa Introduces New...
Featuring more comfortable seats, larger luggage compartments and modern lighting, Lufthansa has introduced the new Airspace Cabin to its A321Neo fleet.
Qatar Executive Welcomes First...
Qatar Airways' Qatar Executive has welcomed its first Gulfstream G700 jet, a new aircraft offering record-breaking speed and range to meet the growing demand for private jet travel.
Air Astana to Trial IATA Travel...
Kazakhstan's award-winning national carrier Air Astana is the latest carrier undertaking trials of the IATA Travel Pass mobile application.
AA to Reopen Flagship Lounges
American Airlines is ready to reconnect customers to a premium dining experience on the ground with the reopening of its Flagship lounges, where customers can wine, dine and retreat during travel. The Gist:...