Australia Routes

Airbus confirmed its A350-1000ULR completed a 12,460 nautical mile (over 23,000 km) flight from Australia to France in just over 24 hours

Sydney Airport has announced additional Virgin Australia and Qatar Airways flights, boosting access to Europe and the Middle East

Airbus launched a nonstop Toulouse to Melbourne flight as part of testing for Qantas' ultra-long-haul Project Sunrise aircraft. The flight landed in Melbourne after 19 hours and 12 minutes

Australia will introduce the new Australia Travel Declaration at international airports, replacing paper arrival forms with a digital system over 18 months

Neil the Seal, the one-tonne southern elephant seal that became a social media sensation during his extended stay on Tasmania's coastline, has returned to the ocean

Thailand is strengthening aviation security after a Thai airline crew member was arrested in Australia over alleged drug trafficking

Taiwan's STARLUX Airlines will begin direct Sydney Taipei flights in 2027, strengthening links between Australia, Taiwan and Asia

Maldivian Airlines launches historic, nonstop flights between Melbourne and Malé, giving Australians easier access to one of the most sought-after vacation destinations on the planet

SriLankan Airlines increases Colombo–Melbourne flights to 10 weekly from August 2026, improving connectivity between Sri Lanka and Australia

Royal Caribbean launches its biggest Australia season yet, featuring new cruises and the debut of Royal Beach Club Lelepa

Etihad introduces advanced travel options