Airlines

Starlux Airlines begins A350 flights from Taipei to San Francisco

STARLUX Airlines, a luxury carrier based in Taiwan, starts offering nonstop flights from San Francisco to Taipei on December 16, thereby expanding its network in the United States.

The airline’s second U.S. gateway, after Los Angeles, is this strategically placed new route, which provides direct access to Taipei and seamless connectivity to 20 Asian destinations for American travellers. Before the departure at 11:40 p.m., STARLUX celebrated this milestone with a pre-flight ceremony and inaugural celebration.

With plans to launch new long-haul intercontinental routes spanning North America, Europe, and Oceania, this milestone not only demonstrates STARLUX’s dedication to growing its U.S. network but also lays the foundation for its future growth trajectory of expansion.

Three times a week, STARLUX now operates a next-generation A350 between Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 11:40 p.m., Flight JX011 will depart San Francisco and arrive in Taipei at 5:30 a.m. the following two days. On the same days, flight JX012 will take off from Taipei at 11:20 p.m. and land in San Francisco at 6:15 p.m. On March 20, 2024, the airline will increase to daily flights.

The Airbus 350s operated by STARLUX are divided into four cabin categories: First Class (four seats), Business Class (26 seats), Premium Economy (36 seats), and Economy (240 seats). The new flights provide exquisite dining, including Taiwanese signature dishes, and amenities for all-class passengers to enjoy an at-home experience in the air.

Airlines

Qatar Airways Adds Direct Toronto-Amritsar Flights with Stopover in Doha

Qatar Airways has made travel easier for passengers by announcing a new three-weekly non-stop service between Toronto, Canada, and Doha, Qatar, starting on December 11, 2024.

This new route provides seamless connectivity for travelers heading to Amritsar, offering a convenient alternative for the Punjabi diaspora in Toronto who wish to avoid the hassles of transiting through Delhi airport.

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In a joint press release, Anantdeep Singh Dhillon, FlyAmritsar Initiative North America Convener, and Sameep Singh Gumtala, Global Convener, highlighted that this new route addresses the long-standing demand for better travel options to Punjab.

With this service, Amritsar will now have ten weekly flights to Canada via Doha, making the journey simpler and more comfortable for travelers who previously had to deal with long road trips, multiple layovers, and extended check-ins.

Flight Schedule and Connectivity

The qatar air line from Amritsar will depart at 4:10 a.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 6:05 a.m. (local time). After a layover of 3 hours and 45 minutes, passengers will board the qatar airways flight from Doha to Toronto at 9:50 a.m. (local time) on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays, landing in Toronto the same day at 3:55 p.m. (local time).

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On the return journey, the qatar airlines will depart from Toronto at 8:00 p.m. (local time) and arrive in Doha at 4:30 p.m. (local time) the following day. From there, passengers will catch the connecting flight to Amritsar at 8:40 p.m. (local time), reaching their destination by 2:40 a.m. (local time). The total travel time qatar seatmap for the journey is approximately 20 hours and 10 minutes.

This new route is a significant relief for travelers who have often faced the challenges of long road journeys to Delhi, lengthy layovers, and multiple check-ins. By streamlining the travel process, qatar Airways ensures a smoother and faster journey, enhancing the overall travel experience for passengers traveling between Canada and Punjab.