Air Arabia has announced its plans to launch a new service between Sharjah and Bosaso starting 14 January 2025. The airline will operate this route with its reliable A320 aircraft, providing a direct connection between the United Arab Emirates and Somalia’s Puntland region.
Aeromexico has officially notified the Ecuadorian authorities that it will not resume its flights between Mexico City and Quito until at least March 2025. The decision comes as part of the airline’s ongoing operational and route adjustments aimed at optimizing its network efficiency.
Macedonia is taking steps to establish long-haul flights from Skopje, positioning itself as the third Balkan capital to offer transoceanic routes. This development reflects Macedonia’s ambition to enhance its aviation sector and increase international connectivity.
Virgin Australia has announced plans to launch a new Melbourne–Doha route starting 01 December 2025. The service will be operated by Qatar Airways using B777 aircraft, further strengthening the partnership between the two airlines.
Iran Airtour has announced the launch of its new service to Paris, starting 31 January 2025. The flights will be operated using the A300 aircraft, marking a significant expansion in the airline’s European network. Following the introduction of the Paris route, Iran Airtour plans to add destinations in Germany, Spain, and Italy to its schedule.
Icelandair has announced plans to operate A321LR flights on the Reykjavik Keflavik–Newark route between 30 April and 18 May 2025. Following this, A321LR flights will begin on the New York JFK route on 19 May, with service to Seattle commencing on 20 May.
Finnair (Finland) and American Airlines (US) have announced the launch of a codeshare agreement starting in January 2025, enabling seamless travel to 12 Mexican destinations via Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW). This partnership marks a significant enhancement in connectivity for Finnair’s European passengers, expanding their access to popular destinations in Mexico.
Emirates (UAE) has announced the discontinuation of its sole remaining Singapore–Australia fifth freedom route starting late March 2025. The decision comes as the airline shifts its focus toward non-stop Dubai–Melbourne services, optimizing its long-haul network.
China Southern Airlines has resumed its Changchun–Jeju service as of 02 January 2025. The route is operated using A320 aircraft, marking the airline’s continued commitment to enhancing regional connectivity between China and South Korea.
Avianca Ecuador has announced plans to operate flights linking Quito and Guayaquil with Mendoza, Argentina, via a stopover in Bogotá. This new route aims to enhance regional connectivity, offering passengers seamless travel options between key cities in Ecuador, Colombia, and Argentina.
