Aviation
“Qantas Returns to the Skies: Sydney to New York Flights Resume After Three-Year Hiatus”
Qantas will restart flights to New York today, with services from Sydney departing for the first time in more than three years.
The introduction of QF3 also marks the start of a new route for the national carrier, with flights to New York now departing from Auckland rather than Los Angeles. Flights will begin three days a week with the Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, increasing to four in October, with more than 1,800 seats available on the route each week.
Qantas to Fly Direct Perth-London in 17 Hours With Dreamliner(Opens in a new browser tab)
By March 2024, the Qantas Group is anticipated to increase to around 100% of pre-COVID levels, up from the current 85% pre-COVID levels. Compared to just 45% a year ago, this is a huge improvement.
Qantas now operates three of the top five longest flights in the world, including Perth-London and Dallas-Melbourne, as it increases its focus on direct routes that are also among its most popular. The airline’s Perth-London service has the highest customer satisfaction rating on its international network.
As part of a $100 million investment in new and upgraded lounges, Qantas is also moving forward with plans for a significant renovation of its Auckland International Lounge. When it opens in mid-2024, the lounge will have more room and the greatest local decor, cuisine, and wine.
Fast Facts:
SYD-AKL Flight Time: 3 hours 5 mins
AKL-JFK Flight Time: 16 hours 15 mins
SYD-AKL-JFK Travel distance: 16,371 kilometers
Qantas’ Dreamliner carries 236 passengers across Business, Premium Economy and Economy cabins in a layout that has been designed to maximize comfort for longer distances.
- 42 Business suites in a 1-2-1 configuration with a fully-flat bed and direct aisle access
- 28 Premium Economy seats in a 2-3-2 configuration
- 166 Economy seats in a 3-3-3 configuration
