Wednesday, August 7, 2024
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Fiji Airways is set to launch its first-ever non-stop flights between Nadi, Fiji, and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in Texas, USA, starting December 2024.
This new 13-hour service will run three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, utilizing Fiji Airways’ cutting-edge Airbus A350-900 XWB aircraft. The plane boasts 301 economy class seats, which recently clinched the title of Best Economy Class in Australia and the Pacific at the 2024 SKYTRAX World Airline Awards, alongside 33 business class lie-flat seats, all with aisle access.
The inaugural flight is scheduled for December 10, 2024, and special introductory fares are now available for purchase on the Fiji Airways website at fijiairways.com.
Speaking on the new route, Fiji Airways Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director, Andre Viljoen said “Introducing a direct service between Fiji and Dallas is a really exciting milestone for Fiji Airways, as we continue to increase Fiji’s connectivity with the United States and beyond offering our guests more convenient travel options.”
The new service to Dallas is part of several recent initiatives by Fiji Airways, including its upcoming membership in American Airlines’ AAdvantage® loyalty program and its plans to become the 15th full member of the oneworld alliance in 2025. Soon, American Airlines AAdvantage® and oneworld members will be able to earn and redeem frequent flyer miles and earn status credits when flying with Fiji Airways, enhancing the airline’s connectivity and loyalty offerings.
“The Fiji-Dallas service will make it easier than ever for North Americans and AAdvantage members to holiday in the South Pacific, adding more than 1,000 seats a week from North America to the pristine shores of Fiji,” said Viljoen.
“Your holiday starts the moment you step on board Fiji Airways. Travelers can expect award-winning service and warm Fijian hospitality in the comfort of our modern A350 aircraft with lie-flat Business Class seats and increased space in economy. After an overnight flight, Americans can wake up in paradise and explore the beautiful 333 islands that our nation has to offer,” Viljoen added.
To celebrate the announcement, Fiji Airways has introduced special introductory return airfares from select locations in Texas to Nadi, Fiji, starting at just USD 699. Additionally, the airline offers fares from Dallas to Fiji Airways destinations in Australia and New Zealand starting at USD 899.
Fijian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Strategic Planning, National Development and Statistics, Hon Professor Biman Prasad,, expressed his enthusiasm for the announcement, stating “Fiji Airways’ new direct route to Dallas is an exciting development for Fiji and will help pave the way for expanded opportunities in tourism and trade between our two nations.”
Dallas will be Fiji Airways’ 24th international direct route and the fifth North American destination served by the airline, joining Los Angeles, San Francisco, Honolulu, and Vancouver.
