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Virgin launches daily Melbourne – Doha service
Virgin Australia continues to expand its international long-haul network with the launch of its inaugural daily Melbourne–Doha service. In partnership with Qatar Airways, VA will now operate four services to the Middle Eastern capital each day from Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth. The new route unlocks seamless one-stop access to more than 170 global destinations via Doha through Qatar Airways’ network.
Virgin to relaunch direct Sydney – Darwin flights from June 26
Virgin Australia will resume direct flights between Sydney and Darwin from 22 June 2026. The airline will operate up to seven return flights per week during peak travel periods, adding 80,000 seats annually between the two destinations.
Qantas launches Gold Coast – Auckland route from Jun 26
Qantas has announced the return of international flying from the Gold Coast, with direct flights to Auckland on sale now and set for commence service from 16 June 2026. Qantas will operate three flights per week year round on the new route, adding more than 52,000 seats annually across the Tasman. The airline will also be the only airline offering Business class between the two cities.
Qantas launches direct Perth – Jo’burg & Perth – Auckland
Qantas has launched new direct services linking Perth with Johannesburg and Auckland, marking a significant expansion of the airline’s western international hub – connecting three continents and adding more than 150,000 seats in and out of Perth each year.
Qantas opens new AKL International Lounge
Qantas has opened its new lounge at Auckland International airport, providing more space and dining option, and providing a more luxurious transit experience on the popular Sydney – LAX route.
United launches non-stop San Francisco – Adelaide service
United Airlines has launched its first-ever nonstop service between the United States and South Australia. For SA-based travellers, this route offers more efficient access to the US without routing through east coast hubs and connects onward travel to more than 40 US cities through the UA network.
Adelaide welcomes Emirates long-range A350
Adelaide has become the first city in the EK global network to welcome the new long-range A350 aircraft, now operating daily between Dubai – Adelaide and making the carrier’s Premium Economy seats available on the route for the first time.
Air NZ ramps up Brisbane capacity for winter, launches direct BNE – ZQN
Air New Zealand will increase seat capacity from Brisbane between March and October 2026 on routes from Auckland, Christchurch and Wellington, while introducing a seasonal direct service between Brisbane – Queenstown three days a week from 22 June 2026.
Brisbane Airport’s new entry to Domestic Terminal opens
Brisbane Airport’s domestic terminal now has a new entry point from the Skywalk allowing passengers with only carry-on luggage to head straight to security.
