Here’s our weekly roundup of new air routes and codeshare partnerships
Hong Kong Airlines adds Melbourne as second Australian destination
Hong Kong Airlines has launched a new direct service between Hong Kong and Melbourne, operating three times a week. Melbourne is the airline’s second destination in Australia, following Sydney, and makes Hong Kong Airlines the second Hong Kong-based carrier in almost 20 years to operate multiple routes to the country.
The route is operated by Airbus A330 aircraft and supports business, leisure and transit travel, with onward connections via Hong Kong to destinations across Asia and North America. The launch follows the expansion of bilateral air services agreements between Hong Kong and Australia and strengthens connectivity between the two markets.
Malaysia Airlines restarts Kuala Lumpur-Chengdu flights
Malaysia Airlines has resumed flights between Kuala Lumpur and Chengdu, restoring a direct link with Western China and expanding its presence in the China market.
Operating up to seven times a week, the service aligns with extended mutual visa-free travel arrangements between Malaysia and China, which are expected to stimulate demand.
LOT Polish Airlines to launch Warsaw-Bangkok route in October
LOT Polish Airlines will introduce a new longhaul route between Warsaw and Bangkok from October 26, 2026. The service will operate year-round, with five flights per week in each direction.
The new route will provide a direct link between Poland and South-east Asia. Onboard, the airline will offer dedicated amenity kits for children, with different items provided for infants and older children.
