Qantas announces non-stop flights from Australia to France
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Travelling to different countries is a fantastic experience.
Yet, with long-haul travel comes the inconvenience of airport transfers.
Get ready to pack your bags and say au revoir to layovers and long wait times.
Qantas revealed a new route perfect for those planning a romantic European getaway.
In a recent announcement, Qantas launched non-stop flights from Australia to the enchanting City of Light, Paris.
This aviation milestone would keep Australia and France connected by a direct route, revolutionising travel between the two countries.
The inaugural flight from Perth to Paris already graced the skies, marking a new chapter in international travel.
Touted as the world's sixth-longest flight in operation, travellers could embark on a seamless, 17-hour journey that will whisk them away to the romantic streets of Paris.
The launch was also timely, as the new flights have coincided with the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Sports enthusiasts and cultural aficionados alike could now enjoy the European summer through direct flights.
Thanks to the new route, travellers could save approximately three hours compared to traditional routes with layovers.
Operated by Qantas' state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, the service will initially run four times a week.
After the Olympic games, the flights will continue three times a week, offering a regular gateway to France.
The Dreamliner's enhanced design made it the perfect companion for the lengthy journey.
Qantas Chief Executive Officer Vanessa Hudson highlighted the growing trend for direct long-haul flights, as passengers increasingly prefer to bypass stopovers.
'Our direct flights from Perth to London and Rome have some of the highest customer satisfaction on our international network,' Hudson said.
The Western Australian (WA) government celebrated Qantas' new non-stop link, as it could add over 75,000 seats between Europe and Perth annually.
'Not only is this an important link between WA and France, it will also provide better connections for dozens of other European destinations, boosting tourism opportunities across the region,' WA Tourism Minister Rita Saffioti shared.
According to last year's statistics, around 23,000 French visitors explored Western Australia.
The new routes are a welcome update for WA, especially with their recent goals to boost tourism post-pandemic.
After launching the new route, Qantas also announced another goal touted as Project Sunrise.
This initiative could establish direct flights from Europe to Australia's east coast.
Although still two years away, it promised to be the next leap forward in international travel.
What do you think of Qantas's new route? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below!
Yet, with long-haul travel comes the inconvenience of airport transfers.
Get ready to pack your bags and say au revoir to layovers and long wait times.
Qantas revealed a new route perfect for those planning a romantic European getaway.
In a recent announcement, Qantas launched non-stop flights from Australia to the enchanting City of Light, Paris.
This aviation milestone would keep Australia and France connected by a direct route, revolutionising travel between the two countries.
The inaugural flight from Perth to Paris already graced the skies, marking a new chapter in international travel.
Qantas started offering direct flights from Perth to Paris, just in time for the Olympics and the continent's summer season. Image Credit: Shutterstock/Merrillie Redden
Touted as the world's sixth-longest flight in operation, travellers could embark on a seamless, 17-hour journey that will whisk them away to the romantic streets of Paris.
The launch was also timely, as the new flights have coincided with the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympic Games.
Sports enthusiasts and cultural aficionados alike could now enjoy the European summer through direct flights.
Thanks to the new route, travellers could save approximately three hours compared to traditional routes with layovers.
Operated by Qantas' state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, the service will initially run four times a week.
After the Olympic games, the flights will continue three times a week, offering a regular gateway to France.
The Dreamliner's enhanced design made it the perfect companion for the lengthy journey.
Qantas Chief Executive Officer Vanessa Hudson highlighted the growing trend for direct long-haul flights, as passengers increasingly prefer to bypass stopovers.
'Our direct flights from Perth to London and Rome have some of the highest customer satisfaction on our international network,' Hudson said.
The Western Australian (WA) government celebrated Qantas' new non-stop link, as it could add over 75,000 seats between Europe and Perth annually.
'Not only is this an important link between WA and France, it will also provide better connections for dozens of other European destinations, boosting tourism opportunities across the region,' WA Tourism Minister Rita Saffioti shared.
According to last year's statistics, around 23,000 French visitors explored Western Australia.
The new routes are a welcome update for WA, especially with their recent goals to boost tourism post-pandemic.
After launching the new route, Qantas also announced another goal touted as Project Sunrise.
This initiative could establish direct flights from Europe to Australia's east coast.
Although still two years away, it promised to be the next leap forward in international travel.
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