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Frontier Airlines has introduced sweeping changes to its product and customer service offerings, ushering in ‘The New Frontier.’ Among the enhancements is UpFront Plus seating, an upgraded seating option with extra leg and elbow room in the first two rows of the aircraft. Customers in UpFront Plus enjoy a window or aisle seat with extra legroom and a guaranteed empty middle seat.

The airline also now offers unlimited companion travel for its most loyal customers, with the flexibility to choose a different companion on every Frontier flight. Debuting in 2026, Frontier will begin offering First Class seating, combining unmatched comfort and space at Frontier’s trademark affordable prices.

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For the first time, Austrian is offering direct connections to the Portuguese archipelago, renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and particularly popular among outdoor enthusiasts. Thanks to its volcanic landscape, the Azores are often referred to as the “Hawaii of Europe”.

The airline’s other longest A320-family routes are also Atlantic destinations, including Funchal (approximately 3,300 km), as well as Tenerife South, Gran Canaria and Lanzarote, all located between 3,150 and 3,250 km from Vienna.

From an operational perspective, Ponta Delgada is a particularly demanding destination, representing one of the longest regularly scheduled Airbus A320neo flights within the Lufthansa Group. The route requires extensive planning for cockpit and cabin crews alike, including fuel management, routing and alternate airport planning, making it considerably more complex than typical medium-haul operations within the European network.

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To mark the inaugural flight, the Condor aircraft received a warm welcome upon arrival at Cairo International Airport with a small celebratory ceremony. Representatives from the airport, local authorities and Condor gathered to celebrate the launch of the new route and highlight its importance for tourism as well as for strengthening economic ties between Germany and Egypt.

“Cairo is a fascinating destination with significant economic and cultural importance. By launching this new daily service, we are making a targeted investment in a market with strong long-term potential while creating additional connectivity via our Frankfurt hub. The successful start of operations marks another important milestone in the expansion of our international network and further strengthens our offering for business, leisure and connecting passengers alike,” said Peter Gerber, CEO of Condor.

Home to more than 20 million people across its metropolitan area, Cairo is one of North Africa’s largest and most influential urban centers. Every year, millions of visitors travel to the city to explore attractions such as the newly opened Grand Egyptian Museum, the world-famous Pyramids of Giza, or to begin Nile cruises in the Valley of the Kings.

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Under the Pacific Joint Business agreement, American and Japan Airlines cooperate to enhance the customer journey and provide important service between North America and East Asia. Tokyo is a key global economic hub and vibrant city, attracting business and leisure travelers alike, and travelers consistently rank Japan as one of their top destinations.

In addition, American’s flights will be timed to offer convenient onward connections from NRT operated by Japan Airlines to popular destinations such as Bangkok (BKK); Singapore (SIN); Taipei (TPE); Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (SGN); and more. AAdvantage members can earn miles and Loyalty Points when traveling with Japan Airlines.

American will use a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner featuring 30 Flagship Business and 21 Premium Economy seats on its daily year-round flight.

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Hamad Obaidalla, Chief Commercial Officer at flydubai, said: “With the busy summer period upon us and as we continue to scale up our operations, our customers can benefit from a new gateway to Africa with the launch of our new nonstop service to Benghazi. We are already seeing healthy demand for our three weekly flights to Benghazi and look forward to growing our presence in Libya over the years. At flydubai, we have had a longstanding commitment to serving underserved markets and creating new opportunities for travel, trade and tourism, and having Benghazi as our newest destination reflects that commitment and reinforces our efforts to enhance connectivity to and from Dubai.”

Sudhir Sreedharan, Divisional Senior Vice President of Commercial Operations at flydubai, said: “Africa remains a strategically important market for flydubai and we are pleased to have added Benghazi to our network. With its business and trade opportunities, we look forward to providing seamless travel options between Benghazi, Dubai and destinations across the flydubai network, where our customers can enjoy a comfortable travel experience in Business or Economy Class.”

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United will operate the route with Boeing 737s, and passengers can enjoy seatback screens at every seat with Bluetooth connectivity, larger overhead bins and soon free Starlink Wi-Fi for MileagePlus members. Lonely Planet named Cartagena as a 2026 Best in Travel destination, noting its well-preserved Spanish architecture, vibrant culinary scene and rich history.

United offers more flights to Latin America than any other airline in both Texas and the Washington, D.C. area, offering non-stop flights to 57 destinations from its hub in Houston and 18 from Dulles. The new routes will connect Cartagena to more than 70 destinations across the U.S. from United’s hubs in Houston and Washington, D.C.

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Edelweiss will connect Zurich with Kefalonia seasonally, until mid-September. The route is served with up to two flights per week. Céline Vautravers, Manager Network Planning & Development at Edelweiss, and the Edelweiss crew together cut the traditional ribbon, thus officially starting the new holiday route.

Kefalonia is one of the most beautiful islands in the Ionian Sea and an ideal destination for those seeking sun, sand, and relaxation away from the main tourist crowds. Picturesque beaches, charming coastal towns like Argostoli and Sami, and the impressive natural landscape surrounding Mount Aenos characterize the island.

Thanks to its location, Kefalonia is also perfect for island hopping. Ferry connections provide easy access to Zakynthos, other Ionian islands, and the Greek mainland.

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EY382 departed Abu Dhabi at 22:00, arriving into Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport, Dhaka the following morning. Each Boeing 777-300ER used on this route offers 28 lie-flat Business Class and 374 Economy seats, with substantial widebody belly-hold capacity to support growing cargo volumes alongside passenger demand.

Beyond passenger demand, the route’s widebody belly-hold capacity supports the movement of cargo for Bangladesh’s globally significant garment and textile sector. Bangladesh continues to see strong economic growth underpinned by this industry, and the new capacity gives exporters improved, reliable access to markets across the Middle East, Europe and North America, with Abu Dhabi serving as a key gateway between South Asia and Etihad’s expanding global network.

Guests travelling via Abu Dhabi can take advantage of Etihad’s stopover programme, which allows passengers to break up their journey and explore the UAE capital before continuing on. Visitors can experience Abu Dhabi’s many cultural landmarks, including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu Dhabi and the recently opened Zayed National Museum, alongside its award-winning beaches, dining and waterfront attractions, before connecting onward across Etihad’s growing global network.

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Flights from Astana to Guangzhou operate twice weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays, with departure from Astana at 18.45 and arrival in Guangzhou at 04.30 local time. Airbus A321LR aircraft are flown on the route, with a flight time of 6 hours and 45 minutes.

On June 20th, Air Astana has resumed regular services from Almaty to Dubai, while Astana Dubai route will be resumed on 10th July. Due to the closure of Iranian airspace, flights will operate via Pakistan to ensure the continued safety and reliability of services.

Almaty–Dubai–Almaty

15–21 June: 2 flights a week (Saturday, Sunday)
22–28 June: 4 flights a week (Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday)
29 June – 5 July: 6 flights a week (daily except Tuesday)
6–12 July: 7 flights a week (daily)

Astana–Dubai–Astana

10–19 July: 3 flights a week (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
20–26 July: 4 flights a week (Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
27 July – 2 August: 5 flights a week (daily except Monday and Wednesday)
3–9 August: 7 flights a week (daily)

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This year’s expansion is anchored by 3 major additions:

New nonstop service from Hong Kong (HKG) to Las Vegas (LAS)
HKG-LAS: Jan. 4 (inbound), Jan. 10 (outbound)
New nonstop service from Taipei (TPE) to Las Vegas (LAS)
TPE-LAS: Jan. 5 (inbound), Jan. 9 & 10 (outbound)
Expanded Austin (AUS) service to twice daily
New Asia service

Delta is growing its transpacific reach for CES 2027 with new nonstop service from Hong Kong and Taipei to Las Vegas, offering direct access between CES and two of the world’s most influential technology markets.

These flights complement existing service from Asia with Seoul-Incheon (ICN) and Shanghai (PVG), reflecting continued strong demand for global connectivity to CES and underscoring the importance of direct links between Asia and Las Vegas.

Domestic schedule

Delta’s CES schedule includes extensive flying from its core hubs, providing seamless one-stop access to Las Vegas from across the network.

Peak-day service includes:

Atlanta (ATL): Up to 10 daily flights
Detroit (DTW): Up to 7 daily flights
New York (JFK): Up to 7 daily flights
Los Angeles (LAX): Up to 7 daily flights
Seattle (SEA): Up to 6 daily flights
Boston (BOS): Up to 3 daily flights

Additional point-to-point flying from markets like San Jose (SJC), San Diego (SAN) and Orange County (SNA) further expands access, while select service from Florida markets operates during peak travel periods.