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New Zealand swaps arrival cards for online form, app
All travellers can now complete their New Zealand Traveller Declaration online.
Malaysia Airlines boosts Sydney, Melbourne flights
The Oneworld member’s schedule is soaring once more, and the A350 is also winging its way back.
MIAT Mongolian Airlines looks to join Oneworld
Oneworld frequent flyers could soon enjoy status benefits on Mongolia’s national carrier.
Rex launches Hobart-Melbourne flights
The challenger is pushing for an Australia-wide network with more Boeing 737 aircraft.
Fiji Airways A350 to Melbourne; eyes Dallas, Shanghai, Seoul
Revamped menus, expanded entertainment and free WiFi in business are also taking wing in the near future.
First look: Air India’s new brand, first and business suites
The Indian flag carrier is charting a fresh course with a sleek logo, revamped livery and wide-reaching refurbishment.
Enjoy the Qantas 787 and first class lounge on SYD-PER
Sample the flagship international jet, and the international Qantas First Lounge, without leaving the country…
Expert tips to speed up your Australian passport renewal
You might not have to pay that $220 ‘express processing fee’ if you follow these three tips for a faster turnaround.
Qantas, Virgin, Rex: extra legroom seats compared
Flying economy is easier when there’s enough legroom to stretch out and even cross your knees for comfort.
Cathay Pacific plans inflight entertainment revamp
Coming soon: a Netflix-style interface and greater personalisation.
Lofts and bunk beds: ‘secret’ cabin crew rest compartments
From upstairs lofts to below-decks bunks, here is where pilots and cabin crew relax and sleep.
Qantas’ final Boeing 787 touches down
The ‘Snowy River’ Dreamliner adds to a much-needed fleet expansion.
Fiji Airways now flying non-stop from Canberra to Nadi
Canberrans looking to escape the winter chill are just a single flight away from Pacific island bliss.
Qantas status extension for Platinum frequent flyers
Many of the airline’s most frequent flyers will need 20% fewer status credits to keep their membership and perks to 2024.
United Airlines pulls back the curtain on latest first class
The Star Alliance carrier plans to roll out the seat across 200 aircraft in the coming years.
AMEX slashes Singapore, Emirates rates, adds Qatar Airways
You’ll need more American Express Membership Rewards points to bulk up your Singapore Airlines or Emirates accounts.
Business class to New York: Qantas vs Air New Zealand
We compare the new one-stop ‘long hop’ flights from Australia to New York.