Airlines News
Thailand Celebrates Saudia’s Inaugural Non-Stop Flights to Phuket
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) hosted airport ceremonies to mark Saudia’s inaugural non-stop flights from Riyadh and Jeddah to Phuket. These new direct routes reflect growing demand for travel between Thailand and Saudi Arabia, enhancing tourism, trade, and cultural exchanges.
Qantas extends global distribution agreement with Sabre
Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, has extended its long-term distribution agreement with Qantas, Australia’s largest airline. This multi-year agreement reflects a continued commitment between Sabre and Qantas to deliver the widest breadth of content to travel agencies worldwide with the most flexible options, including comprehensive access to Qantas’ New Distribution Capability (NDC) content.
Avelo Airlines Enters December Holiday Travel Season As America’s Most Reliable Airline
Avelo Airlines announced today it is leading the industry in operational reliability heading into the busy December holiday travel season. Year-to-date, Avelo ranks #1 in on-time performance and is achieving the lowest flight cancellation rate in the U.S. airline industry. These results are provided by Anuvu, a leading third-party aviation data services company also utilized by The Wall Street Journal for the publication’s annual airline ranking. Anuvu’s complete industry results and rankings are available at AveloAir.com.
Alaska Airlines takes center stage as the official airline of Coachella and Stagecoach Festivals
Get ready for a first class festival experience and an unforgettable journey to the desert skies next spring! Alaska Airlines is excited to be named the official airline of Coachella and Stagecoach with its first-ever partnership. Alaska Airlines is your ticket to good vibes with the most flights to Palm Springs*, one of the closest airports to Indio, California—home to both music festivals. Coachella returns on April 11-13 and 18-20 followed by the ultimate country music party at Stagecoach on April 25-27-– explore the recently announced lineups now!
United Airlines and Turo partner to enable MileagePlus members to earn miles on every Turo trip
Turo, the world’s largest peer-to-peer car sharing marketplace, today announced a new relationship that allows United Airlines travelers to earn MileagePlus® miles with every Turo trip. This collaboration offers United customers an easy way to enhance their travel experience while earning rewards. With Turo’s extraordinary selection of over 1,600 makes and models, travelers can find the perfect vehicle for their needs, whether it’s a stylish convertible for a weekend getaway or a spacious SUV for a family road trip.
LATAM AIRLINES RESUMES DIRECT SERVICE BETWEEN PERU AND JAMAICA
LATAM Airlines has successfully resumed flights between Lima, Peru and Montego Bay, Jamaica, marking a significant milestone in Caribbean-Latin American air connectivity. The first flight, which arrived at full capacity at Sangster International Airport on Sunday, December 01, 2024, represents a major step in Jamaica’s strategic expansion into the Latin American market. Operating three times weekly on Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays, the route is projected to bring 45,000 visitors in its first year.
easyJet and easyJet holidays join the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower global network
This International Day of Persons with Disabilities, easyJet and easyJet holidays are proud to become an official member of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower global network. Becoming an official member is part of the airline and holiday companies’ continued work to make travel accessible for all and ensure customers who may need additional assistance can travel with the confidence that their needs will be recognised.
Air Canada Rolls Out Comprehensive Transborder Schedule from YVR for Summer 2025
Air Canada announced today its most comprehensive transborder schedule from its Vancouver (YVR) hub. Three new transborder routes to Tampa, Raleigh and Nashville, plus more capacity to Austin, Denver and Miami have been added, offering even more exciting options for travellers on both sides of the border. Together with its partner United Airlines, Air Canada will offer up to 7,700 seats on 58 daily non-stop flights to 21 US destinations next summer, representing an 11% increase in seat capacity from summer 2024. All flights are now available for sale at aircanada.com, through Air Canada Contact Centres and via travel agents.
Etihad publishes 2023 environment report
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has published its annual environment report, detailing the company’s commitment and its progress towards its environmental goals. In 2023, the airline achieved a 45.3% improvement in passenger carbon intensity compared to its 2019 baseline. This resulted in a carbon intensity of 475 grams of CO₂ per Revenue Tonne Kilometer (RTK) for passengers. Etihad’s strategy aims to reduce emissions through industry-specific actions, adhere to voluntary roadmaps and frameworks, collaborate with UAE’s industrial partners, maintain transparency and proactivity on environmental issues, and continuously update its strategic targets.
Star Alliance Unveils its First Lounge in Asia at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, China
Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance, has opened its first lounge in Asia at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) in Guangzhou, China. Starting today, the lounge will be available to First and Business class passengers, and Star Alliance Gold status customers on member airline flights departing from Terminal 1.
Airbus delivers first A330neo for Malaysia Airlines
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG), the parent company of Malaysia Airlines, has taken delivery of its first A330neo. The A330-900, is the first of 20 to be leased from Avolon by MAG, setting new standards for fuel efficiency and passenger experience.
Together with Hong Kong International Airport, Lufthansa Group to launch Upstream Check-In Service
Since September 30th , Lufthansa Group has offered its guests the innovative Upstream Check-In (UCI) service in 8 ports of the Greater Bay Area. This service enables passengers who fly with Lufthansa German Airlines and Swiss International Air Lines to complete immigration, check-in and baggage tagging in 8 ports, namely 6 ferry ports and 2 land ports, before heading to the SkyPier, located in the restricted area of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). Seamlessly, passengers can then proceed directly to the boarding gates without clearing immigration and customs procedures in Hong Kong. Importantly, Upstream Check-In is also available for Lufthansa Group’s passengers who hold flight tickets from Europe to Greater Bay Area.