Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and codeshare partnerships
Jetstar Asia takes off to Colombo
Jetstar Asia has launched direct flights between Singapore and Colombo, becoming the only low-cost airline to operate the route.
With five return flights each week, operated by their fleet of Airbus A320s, the new route offers travellers a choice of morning or evening departures, where over 90,000 low fare seats will be available each year.
ITA Airways flies direct from Bangkok to Rome
ITA Airways has commenced a new route connecting Bangkok and Rome Fiumicino. This new route is serviced by the A330neo and operates five times a week.
The new Rome-Bangkok connection marks a milestone for the company, expanding its network into a key strategic market.
Air Astana, Etihad Airways sign codeshare agreement
Air Astana and Etihad Airways have signed a codeshare agreement, which strengthens the partnership and expands travel opportunities for passengers of both airlines.
Air Astana passengers will have access to Etihad Airways’ flights to Mumbai, Riyadh, Dammam, Bahrain, Cairo, Doha, Kuwait City, and Muscat, unlocking new travel experiences to India, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Egypt Qatar, Kuwait, and Oman.
Etihad’s global network will be accessible to Air Astana passengers via seamless connections in Abu Dhabi, utilising Air Astana’s direct flights from Astana, which were launched in late October, and from Almaty starting from December 5.
Vietjet launches Hanoi-Kuala Lumpur route
Vietjet has inaugurated its new direct service connecting Hanoi and Kuala Lumpur, operating seven round trips weekly.
The new route will serve passengers starting November 28.
The launch of this new service comes as Vietnam and Malaysia elevate their bilateral relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership, creating new opportunities for collaboration and development. Connecting the two capitals, the Hanoi–Kuala Lumpur route will enhance regional aviation connectivity and add further value to economic and cultural cooperation.
