Qantas resumes seasonal flights from Adelaide to Auckland

Cam Wallace, CEO International for Qantas Group, commented: "Today we’re celebrating two huge milestones in Adelaide – launching a new direct international flight and our first Qantas Business Lounge at Adelaide Airport. This is fantastic news for our South Australian customers who will have access to a direct international flight to Auckland, as well as opening up connections to New York via Auckland."

The new connection offers passengers traveling to New York City an easier one-stop itinerary through Auckland. Qantas already runs a Sydney-Auckland-New York service up to four times weekly with its Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

Air New Zealand will now face increased competition on its routes between Australia and the United States. However, passengers might benefit from more competitive fares due to this added competition.

Additionally, Qantas has invested in upgrading facilities at Adelaide Airport by reopening its Domestic Business Lounge. The lounge spans over 10,000 square feet and features local artwork and design inspired by South Australian landmarks such as the Adelaide Botanic Gardens and Flinders Chase National Park.

Passengers flying internationally can still enjoy amenities at the new Business Class lounge located just past security screening points before proceeding through immigration facilities into the terminal's international section.