A joint US-Israeli attack on Iran forced airlines to cancel or delay at least 27 flights from Hong Kong to destinations in the Middle East on Sunday, leaving travellers stranded at the city’s airport. Hundreds of passengers packed Hong Kong International Airport on Sunday morning to inquire about the suspended departures, primarily to Riyadh in…
Air China has announced that it will operate around 70,000 flights during the 2026 Spring Festival travel rush, as China prepares for another surge of holiday travel during its most important annual celebration. The Spring Festival travel period, known as chunyun, is expected once again to generate massive passenger flows as families reunite for the Lunar…
Direct flights have resumed between the Northern Territory and China for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, with three weekly services from Darwin to the city of Guangzhou. The China Southern Airlines flights began earlier this month and come at the end of a year in which the NT capital has also added new…
Image credit: WAM/Website Etihad Airways has launched direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Madinah this week, expanding its strong presence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and reinforcing its position as a major facilitator of regional and international travel. The new service enhances travel options for religious, business, and leisure travellers, underscoring the airline’s commitment…
ISLAMABAD — State-run Pakistan International Airlines resumed flights to the United Kingdom on Saturday for the first time in five years following the lifting of a ban imposed over a fake pilot license scandal. The airline faced a ban from both the UK and the European Union in June 2020 after a deadly crash in…
Virgin Australia has officially become the first airline in the country to welcome furry loved ones onboard with their Pets in Cabin service commencing Thursday. The Aussie-first service will begin its trial with flights scheduled to jet off from Melbourne to the Gold Coast, and to the Sunshine Coast. Tickets for furry loved ones are…
China’s eight-day “Golden Week” holiday officially ended on Wednesday, 8 October 2025, signalling another potential travel rush as hundreds of millions of people return to their homes and jobs after the break. One of the busiest times for all transport types across the People’s Republic, the Golden Week national holiday comprises National Day and autumn…
In this undated file photo passengers are seen at Futian Railway Station in Shenzhen, Aug 19, 2025. (PROVIDED TO CHINA DAILY) BEIJING – China is expected to record an average of 2 million daily border crossings during the upcoming eight-day National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, authorities said Sunday. According to the National Immigration Administration…
Virgin Australia has announced good news for pet owners and their furry friends, as it readies to launch its Pets in Cabin service from 16 October 2025. The pilot scheme will operate on identified flights between Melbourne, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast. Only small, vaccinated dogs and cats are welcome, and must remain…
Updated on: Sept 07, 2025 05:56 pm IST Tel Aviv said the Houthis launched multiple drones, some of which were intercepted outside of Israel. Flights were halted at a southern Israeli airport after a drone launched from Yemen by the Houthis rebels struck near the area, AP reported, citing Israeli officials. One drone hit near…