Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and codeshare partnerships
Cathay Pacific expands North America network with Seattle service
Cathay Pacific has commenced a new non-stop connection between Hong Kong and Seattle, adding capacity in the North America market.
The route operates five times per week and is the only direct link between Hong Kong and Seattle. With this addition, the airline now serves nine destinations in North America and operates close to 120 return flights per week to the region.
The service is operated using Airbus A350-900 aircraft.
ITA Airways joins Star Alliance network
ITA Airways has become the 26th member of Star Alliance, adding its network in Italy and Europe to the alliance.
From April 1, the carrier is fully integrated, linking its hubs in Rome Fiumicino and Milan Linate with more than 1,150 destinations served by member airlines. The addition contributes over 350 daily flights, strengthening connectivity within Italy and to international markets.
The integration enables benefits including through check in, reciprocal frequent flyer programmes and lounge access across the alliance.
Peach Aviation unveils new branding and aircraft livery plans
Peach Aviation has introduced a new brand identity with updated aircraft livery to follow in spring 2027.
The rebranding marks the airline’s 15th anniversary and includes a new logo and visual design developed with designer Oki Sato. The update does not involve changes to routes, frequencies or network operations.
Peach Aviation is based at Kansai International Airport and operates as a low-cost subsidiary of ANA.
TransNusa adds Jakarta-Lombok route with daily frequencies
TransNusa has launched a new direct service between Jakarta and Lombok, expanding its domestic network in Indonesia.
The route will commence on April 17, 2026, with 14 weekly frequencies, operating twice daily between the two cities. The addition strengthens access to Lombok and the West Nusa Tenggara region.
The airline has also increased frequencies on its Jakarta-Yogyakarta route as part of its domestic network expansion.
