Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) is preparing to relaunch a route to somewhere it hasn't been for 17 years - Mumbai, India. The move comes as the airline works to expand its intercontinental network, strengthening ties between India and Scandinavia, with smooth transfers to Europe and North America. The route will be a year-round operation, launching on 2nd June 2026.  … [Read more...]

Emirates continues to expand capacity in Spain, with the airline planning to add a third daily flight to Barcelona. The new timetable looks a little like this : … [Read more...]

China Eastern Airlines is launching something very different - a service from Shanghai to Buenos Aires, operating via Auckland. China Eastern Airlines plans to connect its hub at Shanghai Pudong Airport to Buenos Aires Ezeiza Airport via Auckland Airport, starting from December 2025, subject to governmental approvals.  This marks an expansion of China Eastern's services … [Read more...]

It's a busy time for Hong Kong's home airline, as Cathay Pacific commences operations on its latest long-haul route, operating to Munich. The move comes after the launch of its seasonal flights to Rome on 5 June and ahead of its return to Brussels on 3 August. The new route operates four times a week between Hong Kong and Munich, with an Airbus A350-900 providing the … [Read more...]

After a break of 11 years, Finnair is eyeing a return to Canada. Finnair is planning to restart operations to Toronto, Canada. The airline will commence operations on the Helsinki Vantaa - Toronto Pearson International route on 4 May 2026, flying three times a week on Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays. Planned operations are: AY031 DEPART HEL 16:50 ARRIVE YYZ … [Read more...]

Qantas is planning to wind down and shut part of its Jetstar low-cost carrier, with Jetstar Asia facing the axe. Jetstar Asia Airbus A320 - Image, Economy Class and Beyond  Jetstar Asia will continue to operate flights for the next seven weeks on a progressively reduced schedule, before its final day of operation on 31 July 2025.  16 routes are impacted by the … [Read more...]

Emirates is preparing to re-link Damascus (Syria) back its network. The move comes after flights were suspended in 2012, with the return only authorised in conjunction with the United Arab Emirates General Civil Aviation Authority. It also follows FlyDubai reentering the market. Emirates is planning a phased reintroduction into service, with flights commencing from … [Read more...]

For those looking for an improved passenger experience, Etihad Airways is planning to introduce its Airbus A350-1000 aircraft during the winter season, then converting the operation to all A350 flights. On its way to a land down under soon - Image, Etihad. Beginning 1 October 2025, the A350 will join the Sydney schedule on select flights, complementing the Boeing 787-9 … [Read more...]

For the winter season, Cathay Pacific will add a service between Hong Kong and Adelaide. Cathay Pacific Airbus A350-900  The winter sun route will return on 11 November, operating three times a week until 27th March 2026. Planned operations are: CX173 DEPART HKG 22:30 ARRIVE ADL 10:30+1 CX174 DEPART ADL 12:00 ARRIVE 17:40 Operates 11th November 2025 from Hong Kong … [Read more...]

It seems that Aer Lingus is going to try something different, with a new seasonal service to Cancún, Mexico. This new route will start on 6 January 2026, operating through to 29 April 2026. The new route from Dublin to Cancún will operate 3 times weekly on the airline’s A330-300 aircraft, offering Irish holidaymakers a seamless route to the warmth and vibrant cultural … [Read more...]