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Riyadh Air plans flights to Australia, NZ
Another Gulf airline plans to muscle its way into the skies...
Compensation for delayed or cancelled QF2, QF10 flights
Qantas flights from London to Australia are covered by a UK ‘passenger rights’ rule for almost $1,000 in compensation.
China Southern restarts Perth-Guangzhou flights
The heavyweight Chinese airline with its global reach makes a welcome return to the WA capital.
Airlines push back against Australian passenger rights bill
The bill is inspired by similar legislation in Europe, where passengers can claim up to $1000 for delayed flights.
Where will Riyadh Air fly, and will it be dry?
Europe, Asia and the east coast of the USA will be early fixtures in Riyadh Air’s network.
The best new business class seats arriving in 2024
Seven all-new business class suites are lined up on the runway and ready to be revealed this year...
Qantas drops Melbourne-Perth 787 flights
There’ll be no more ‘domestic Dreamliner delight’ from next week as Qantas axes the Melbourne-Perth leg of QF9 to London.
Riyadh Air: partners yes, alliance no
The Gulf startup will prioritise bespoke partners over a global alliance.
What to expect from Qantas’ non-stop flights to Paris
Paris joins London and Rome as the Flying Kangaroo’s third non-stop to Europe.
First look: Hong Kong airport’s new Kyra Lounge
What was once Cathay's The Cabin is now “an exclusive lounge destination” named Kyra.
Thai Airways plans new 787 business class
Expect a private suite-like treatment in the new Dreamliners.
Riyadh Air CEO promises ‘Mercedes Maybach’ business class
Get ready for a new battle for the world’s best business class…
International Qantas flights get fast, free WiFi
The international fleet is getting an early upgrade for worldwide Internet coverage.
Qantas ‘ghost flights’: how to claim your compensation
Passengers who booked the already-cancelled flights will receive payments from $225 to $450.
Fiji Airways adopts AAdvantage as its loyalty scheme
It’s another step on the path to Oneworld membership.
Cathay Pacific returns to Cairns
The Hong Kong-based carrier is ending a near five year absence from Tropical North Queensland.
Cathay Pacific boosts flights, adds A350 to Perth
Jetting off to Hong Kong and beyond is now even easier – and a lot more comfortable.
Cathay Pacific adds more Brisbane flights
The Oneworld member ramps up its Sunshine State presence with a new and very welcome daytime flight to Hong Kong.