Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and codeshare partnerships
Emirates adds third daily flights to Dublin and Mauritius
Emirates will increase capacity to two key destinations with the launch of a third daily flight to Dublin from October 26, 2025 and to Mauritius from December 1, 2025.
The third daily service to Dublin will operate as EK165/166, using a Boeing 777-300ER in a three-class configuration.
This added Dublin service provides an early morning departure option from Dubai, complementing Emirates’ existing afternoon and evening flights. It also enhances connections to destinations across the airline’s network, including Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok.
The additional service to Mauritius will operate as flights EK709/710 also using a Boeing 777 aircraft. It will complement Emirates’ existing two daily A380 services (EK701/702 and EK703/704). Operated under a codeshare agreement with Air Mauritius, the new flight will offer improved connectivity for travellers from the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, and Far East markets such as Japan, China, Malaysia and Hong Kong. First Class, Business Class and Economy Class will be available on board.
Air France unveils new La Première Suites on Singapore-Paris route
Air France is now operating its newly refurbished Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on its daily flight between Singapore Changi Airport and Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport. The aircraft features the airline’s latest cabin products across all classes, including the introduction of its new La Première suites on this route for the first time.
Singapore becomes the second destination, after New York JFK, to offer Air France’s upgraded La Première experience. Each aircraft features four suites, alongside 60 Business Class seats, 44 Premium Economy seats, and 204 Economy seats.
The new La Première suite includes fully flat beds, adjustable seating, floor-to-ceiling privacy curtains, and in-flight entertainment on dual 32-inch screens. Passengers also benefit from Bluetooth pairing, wireless charging, and personal device holders.
Air France plans to gradually expand the La Première product to more destinations, with Los Angeles joining in summer 2025, and Tokyo-Haneda in winter 2025/2026.
The newly retrofitted aircraft also offer enhanced comfort across all classes, with upgraded Business, Premium Economy, and Economy cabins now featuring lie-flat seats, Bluetooth connectivity, larger entertainment screens, and redesigned seating for added comfort.
Jetstar to launch direct flights from Brisbane to Cebu
Jetstar will launch a new seasonal service between Brisbane and Cebu from December 3, 2025, marking the airline’s seventh international route from Brisbane Airport.
The new route will operate three times a week on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays, using Jetstar’s Airbus A321LR aircraft. It will be the first direct service between Australia and Cebu and is scheduled to run until May 16, 2026.
The addition forms part of Jetstar’s ongoing expansion in Asia and supports growing demand for direct, low-cost international travel from Brisbane. The Cebu route also contributes to Brisbane Airport’s network growth, bringing its total number of direct international destinations to 34 — the highest in its history.
Delta to commence daily non-stop service between Hong Kong and Los Angeles
Delta Air Lines will introduce a new non-stop daily service between Hong Kong International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport from June 8, 2026, further expanding its Asia-US network.
The new route will be operated using Delta’s Airbus A350-900 aircraft, offering four cabin classes: Delta One suites, Delta Premium Select, Delta Comfort+, and Main Cabin. Delta One features lie-flat seats with sliding doors, premium bedding, and seasonal four-course meals, while Premium Select offers wider seats, greater recline, and upgraded amenities.
The service provides direct access to Los Angeles, with onward connections to over 30 US destinations. It also strengthens the Delta-Korean Air Joint Venture partnership, enhancing connectivity across the Pacific.
Travellers flying in Delta One to or from Hong Kong will have access to Delta’s new Delta One Lounge at LAX, featuring nearly 200 seats, chef-curated menus, a sushi bar, wellness room, and concierge check-in.
