New Airline Routes Highlight Global Connectivity

By Ivan PetrenkoJul 16, 2024 19:40 PMNews
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This week marked significant developments in global air travel with the introduction of several notable new airline routes. These routes enhance connectivity between major cities and open new opportunities for travelers worldwide.

On July 12, Qantas inaugurated its first non-stop flight from Perth to Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG), timed to align with the upcoming Olympics in France. This new route, one of the longest non-stop services globally at 7,702 nautical miles (14,264 km), takes approximately 17 hours and 20 minutes each way. The service, which begins and ends in Sydney, is scheduled to operate four times weekly initially, decreasing to three times weekly later in 2024 using the Boeing 787-9.

Qantas last flew to Paris two decades ago. QF33 departs Sydney at 13:55, arriving in Perth at 17:00 local time, and then leaves Perth at 19:35, arriving in Paris at 06:55 the next day. The return flight, QF34, departs Paris at 10:00, reaching Perth at 08:30 the following day, and finally returns to Sydney by 16:05. This new route marks Qantas' third European destination from Perth, joining its flights to London Heathrow and Rome Fiumicino.

Italy’s Neos airline has introduced a weekly service from Milan Bergamo to Amritsar, a significant cultural center for Sikhs. The 737 MAX 8 aircraft used for this route stops in Aktau, Kazakhstan, for refueling. The service covers 3,300 nautical miles (6,112 km) each way. This route offers a unique connection between Europe and India, enhancing travel options for the Sikh diaspora and other travelers.

China Airlines has added Seattle to its network, becoming the third carrier to serve the Seattle-Taipei route, following EVA Air and Delta. This addition, operating five times weekly with the A350-900, strengthens the competitive landscape for flights between these two major cities. This route expansion underscores the growing demand for travel between the Pacific Northwest and Asia.

In an intriguing development, Eznis Airways has started flights between Ulaanbaatar and Prague, marking the first direct service between Mongolia and the Czech Republic. The route is served twice weekly using an A330-200 aircraft. This new connection is expected to serve the Mongolian diaspora in Czechia, which numbers over 12,000.

Ryanair has launched its fourth Moroccan base in Tangier, joining its existing bases in Marrakech, Fez, and Agadir. Ryanair has been operating in Tangier since 2008 and now has two 737s stationed there, covering 25 routes, many of which are new this year. This expansion solidifies Ryanair's position as the largest airline serving Africa, focusing primarily on the Moroccan market.

Salerno, located south of Naples, reopened to airline flights on July 11 after a 12-year hiatus. Volotea from Nantes was the first airline to land, followed by easyJet from Milan Malpensa. The airport has undergone significant upgrades, including an extended runway and plans for a new terminal by 2026. This reopening introduces 13 new routes during the peak summer season, revitalizing travel options in the region.

These new routes highlight the dynamic nature of global air travel, providing increased connectivity, new opportunities for travelers, and enhancing economic ties between regions.

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