Qantas announces 18-hour direct flights from Sydney to New York with onboard ‘wellbeing zones’

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What happened

Due to take off in 2028, it is set to be the national carrier’s second ultra long-haul route after Sydney to London Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Qantas says travel…

Key facts

  • Due to take off in 2028, it is set to be the national carrier’s second ultra long-haul route after Sydney to London Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast Qantas says travel…
  • Reported by The Guardian and published Wed, 23 Sep 2026 05:17:07 UTC.

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