IndiGo (InterGlobe Aviation Ltd) has announced plans to resume direct flights to Mainland China, marking a major step in restoring connectivity between India and its northern neighbor. Beginning 26 October 2025, the airline will launch daily nonstop services from Delhi and Kolkata to Guangzhou, subject to final regulatory approvals.
Air Canada has unveiled plans to enhance its U.S.–Canada connectivity with the launch of new routes and increased capacity for the Summer 2026 season. Announced in Montréal on September 22, 2025, the move highlights the carrier’s strategy to strengthen its North American network while providing travelers with improved access to its global routes.
Flyadeal, Saudi Arabia’s low-cost airline, has confirmed its entry into the Syrian market following the lifting of Western sanctions, marking a major milestone in regional air connectivity. The airline announced that it will launch new scheduled services to Damascus starting October 1, 2025, with routes connecting Jeddah and Riyadh directly to the Syrian capital.
Air Arabia, the Middle East and North Africa’s largest low-cost carrier, is expanding its operations to Phuket, one of Thailand’s top holiday destinations, by increasing service from Sharjah to three daily flights starting October 26, 2025. This significant enhancement reflects both rising passenger demand and the airline’s continued commitment to delivering greater choice and convenience across its network.
American Airlines has announced the launch of new daily nonstop flights between Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and Vero Beach Regional Airport (VRB), beginning February 12, 2025. The new service will be operated year-round with Bombardier CRJ-700 aircraft, marking a significant addition to the airline’s expanding Florida network.
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has inaugurated a landmark service, launching its first-ever non-stop connection between Scandinavia and Korea. The new route, linking Copenhagen with Seoul, was officially launched on September 12, 2025, and represents a major expansion in SAS’s long-haul network.
China Eastern Airlines is preparing to set a new benchmark in ultra-long-haul operations with the announcement of a groundbreaking route between Shanghai and Buenos Aires, scheduled to begin in December 2025. The new service will claim the title of the world’s longest scheduled flight, surpassing all current records in terms of both distance and duration.
Air Canada has unveiled a major international expansion for summer 2026, adding new destinations and restoring important routes across Europe and Asia. The announcement highlights the airline’s strategy of leveraging its trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific hubs to capture growing demand in leisure and business travel while enhancing cargo capabilities.
Qantas Group has announced a sweeping trans-Tasman expansion that will add nearly 210,000 seats between Australia and New Zealand in 2026, reinforcing its market position while providing more travel options for passengers on both sides of the Tasman Sea.
Emirates has announced that it will deploy its Airbus A350 on the daily Dubai–Hangzhou service beginning October 26, 2025, only three months after launching flights to the Chinese city. The move underscores the airline’s commitment to strengthening its footprint in mainland China while delivering an elevated travel experience with its latest fleet addition.
