Qantas announces 18-hour direct flights from Sydney to New York
Qantas has announced plans to launch 18-hour direct flights between Sydney and New York starting in mid-2028. The route will utilize Airbus A350-1000ULR aircraft as part of the airline's Project Sunrise expansion.
Why it matters
This represents a significant advancement in ultra-long-haul commercial aviation, potentially changing global travel logistics.
Tickets for the Sydney to New York route are set to go on sale in August 2027, Qantas said. Tickets for the Sydney to New York route are set to go on sale in August 2027, Qantas said. Qantas Qantas announces 18-hour direct flights from Sydney to New York Flying from 2028, it’s the national carrier’s second ultra long-haul route after Sydney to London direct takes off in 2027
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Prefer the Guardian on Google Travellers will be able to fly between Sydney and New York in just 18 hours from mid-2028 when Qantas launches its second ultra long-haul route, cutting at least three hours from the travel time.
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