• 07 Apr 25

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways nears completion of Boeing 777 Starlink upgrade

  Qatar Airways is now a few aircraft away from completing its Boeing 777 fleet-wide upgrade ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways nears completion of Boeing 777 Starlink upgrade - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways is now a few aircraft away from completing its Boeing 777 fleet-wide upgrade to Starlink Wi-Fi connectivity. The airline’s rapid Starlink rollout will this month continue on its Airbus A350 fleet. It will become the first airline to install Starlink to the Airbus A350 aircraft type. Qatar Airways Group CEO, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “We are just a few aircraft away from completing a full fleet-wide upgrade of our Boeing 777s with Starlink connectivity—an industry-first for a widebody fleet of this scale.” “In April, we will become the first airline in the world to begin equipping the Airbus A350 with Starlink, taking another bold step in our connectivity journey.” With more than 80% of its Boeing 777 fleet equipped with Starlink, the airline has operated more than 6,000 flights with the internet Wi-Fi connectivity. The installations have been carefully timed to avoid any disruption to operations.

• 30 Mar 25

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways – Virgin Australia alliance gets final green light

  Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia have received the final approval for their integrated airline ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways – Virgin Australia alliance gets final green light - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways Group and Virgin Australia have received the final approval for their integrated airline alliance It got the final green light from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). It now enables Virgin Australia’s new 28 weekly flights between Australia and Doha – operated under a wet-lease with Qatar Airways – to proceed. Utilising the wet-lease partnership from Qatar Airways, Virgin Australia is set to commence long-haul flights from Sydney, Brisbane and Perth to Doha from June 2025. Melbourne flights to Doha will start in December 2025. Connecting through Hamad International Airport in Doha, Virgin passengers get access to more than 100 connecting itineraries across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. The Virgin-Qatar Air alliance also offers increased loyalty earn and redemption opportunities for both Qatar Airways’ Privilege Club and Virgin Velocity members. The airlines say the  Australian visitor and tourism economy will get a boost of an estimated A$3 billion in economic value over the next five years. The Australian Government approved Qatar Airways Group’s 25% stake in Virgin Australia last month. Qatar Airways Group CEO, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer said: “This marks the start of a new chapter in the relationship between our two airlines, and our collective commitment to supporting Australian businesses, Australian jobs and the wider economy.” In October 2024, Qatar Airways and Virgin Australia o signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on a range of sustainability initiatives, including advancing the use of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), environmental management including waste and energy management and aviation workforce development.

• 11 Mar 25

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways adds more flights to global destinations

  Qatar Airways is ramping up global connectivity with additional flights to key destinations around the ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways adds more flights to global destinations - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways is ramping up global connectivity with additional flights to key destinations around the world. The expanded services across multiple continents, will offer passengers greater flexibility and connections, it says. It includes enhanced schedules to Amsterdam, London Heathrow, Madrid and more:   Amsterdam – increased from seven weekly flights to 11 Damascus – increased from three weekly flights to 14 Dar Es Salaam-Kilimanjaro – increased from three weekly flights to seven Entebbe – increased from seven weekly flights to 11 Larnaca – increased from seven weekly flights to 10 London Heathrow – increased from 49 weekly flights to 56 Madrid – increased from 14 weekly flights to 17 (bringing the jointly operated flights between Qatar Airways and Iberia from 21 weekly flights to 24) Maputo-Durban – increased from five weekly flights to seven Sharjah – increased from 21 weekly flights to 35 Tokyo Narita – increased from 11 weekly flights to 14 Tunis – increased from 10 weekly flights to 12   Qatar Airways CCO, Thierry Antinori, said: “With the peak summer season approaching, we are pleased to fulfil the ever-increasing demand for air travel with accessible and convenient flight schedules.” The Qatar Airways’ global network extends to more than 170 destinations via its Doha Hamad International Airport hub.  

• 25 Feb 25

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways accelerates Starlink installation

  Qatar Airways has achieved a new milestone with Starlink installation on its 30th aircraft. This marks ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways accelerates Starlink installation - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways has achieved a new milestone with Starlink installation on its 30^th aircraft. This marks over 50% of its Boeing 777 fleet. It comes four months after the airline launched the first ever Boeing 777 Starlink-enabled flight and two months after surpassing its initial 2024 target of 12 installations. The airline has significantly accelerated its Starlink rollout, cutting installation time per aircraft from three or two days to just 9.5 hours. This is reducing the retrofit by nearly three-quarters of the initial timeline. Qatar Airways had initially planned to complete the installations in two years; however, it will complete the full Boeing 777 fleet rollout ahead of schedule  in the second quarter of 2025. Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “We have already installed it on 30 aircraft—far exceeding our initial target” “Starlink Wi-Fi is a game-changer for our passengers who will soon enjoy uninterrupted connectivity on even more routes.”

• 20 Feb 25

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways unveils Champions League Final travel packages

  Qatar Airways, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, has launched exclusive travel packages for this ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways unveils Champions League Final travel packages - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, has launched exclusive travel packages for this year’s UEFA Champions League final. Qatar Airways is the Official Airline Partner of the UEFA Champions League. The airline announced a limited supply of travel packages which include flights, hotel accommodation and match tickets to the final, taking place in Munich on 31 May 2025. Fans booking packages get category one UEFA Champions League final match tickets. Travel packages are available at https://www.qatarairways.com/ucl Customers can earn Avios and Qpoints on the flights, as well as on the total package value. Also, customers can redeem packages using cash + Avios. Qatar Airways Holidays SVP, Steven Reynolds, said: “Attending the UEFA Champions League final is a dream for millions of football fans. With our seamless travel packages, Qatar Airways is making that dream a reality.” The Champions League Final packages are offered on a first-come, first-served basis and are bookable via Qatar Airways Holidays' booking platform. The partnership with the UEFA Champions League is part of Qatar Airways’ portfolio of global sports partnerships, including FIFA, AFC, Paris-Saint Germain (PSG), FC Internazionale Milano, The British and Irish Lions Tour of Australia 2025, The Brooklyn Nets NBA Team, and more.

• 15 Jan 25

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways returns to Malta this summer

  Qatar Airways is resuming flight operations to Malta with four weekly flights from 2 July 2025. The ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways returns to Malta this summer - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways is resuming flight operations to Malta with four weekly flights from 2 July 2025. The resumption to Malta will expand Qatar Airways’ network to nearly 50 destinations in Europe. Bookings are now open. Travellers from Malta can take advantage of Qatar Airways’ global network of more than 170 destinations via Doha, including Australia, where it currently operates 42 weekly flights. Qatar Airways’ proposed partnership with Virgin Australia, pending final regulatory approval, will also boost connectivity. Qatar Airways Group CEO, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “Qatar Airways is delighted to announce the resumption of our flights to Malta, which marks a vibrant addition to our European network.” Valletta, the capital of Malta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city centre spans 450 years of history while the old capital of Mdina, offers a journey into its history of 4,000 years.

• 05 Jan 25

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways resumes flights to Syria

  Qatar Airways is this week restarting Damascus flights to Syria. From 7 January 2025m the ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways resumes flights to Syria - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways is this week restarting Damascus flights to Syria. From 7 January 2025m the airline will fly to Syria three times weekly. Qatar Airways says it is working closely with relevant authorities to ensure safety, security, and operational standards are met. Qatar Airways Group CEO, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “We are pleased to resume flights to Damascus, a destination of great historical and cultural importance. This announcement underscores our dedication to fostering connectivity.” Passengers travelling on Damascus flights will once again have easy access to Qatar Airways global network of 170 destinations via Doha.

• 12 Dec 24

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways launches Toronto flights

  Qatar Airways just marked two historic milestones: new flights to Toronto Canada, and more Starlink-enabled ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways launches Toronto flights - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways just marked two historic milestones: new flights to Toronto Canada, and more Starlink-enabled aircraft than ever before. The airline’s inaugural flight to Toronto Pearson International Airport aboard a Starlink-enabled Boeing 777 has landed, marking the launch of three weekly non-stop flights from Doha. Toronto becomes Qatar Airways’ second destination in Canada, after Montreal. Montréal flights first launched in 2011. It also marks the airline’s 14th gateway to the Americas. It comes as the airline surpasses its target of fitting Starlink to 12 Boeing 777 aircraft by the end of 2024. It has now upgraded 15 aircraft. The airline was the first to operate Boeing 777 Starlink-equipped aircraft.

• 22 Oct 24

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways launches first Boeing 777 Starlink-equipped flight

  Qatar Airways has taken flight with the first ever Starlink-equipped Boeing 777 aircraft. The airline ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways launches first Boeing 777 Starlink-equipped flight - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways has taken flight with the first ever Starlink-equipped Boeing 777 aircraft. The airline is the largest and first carrier in the MENA region to offer passengers Starlink low-latency internet. Starlink is free to all passengers and operates from gate to gate. The airline is also set to exceed its initial target of three Starlink-equipped aircraft by introducing 12 Boeing 777-300s upgraded with Starlink connecyivity by the end of 2024. Qatar Airways has further committed to rolling out the technology on its entire Boeing 777 fleet in 2025 – one year ahead of schedule. The Airbus A350 fleet will follow in the summer of 2025. Starlink in-flight Wi-Fi provides passengers with reliable, high-speed internet to stay connected, stream entertainment, or work at 35,000 feet with a simple ‘one-click-access’. Qatar Airways’ Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer, said: “We are thrilled to launch our first Starlink-equipped flight, proving once again why Qatar Airways is at the forefront of the aviation industry.” The milestone flight from Doha to London was the largest passenger aircraft equipped with Starlink and the longest range Starlink equipped passenger aircraft The Starlink-equipped aircraft will operate on select routes as the airline pushes forward its roll-out plans. 
  
  

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• 11 Oct 24

  NEWS
  Qatar Executive, Qatar Airways Privilege Club announce loyalty partnership

  Private charter operator Qatar Executive and Qatar Airways Privilege Club have unveiled a new partnership ...Read more
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  Qatar Executive, Qatar Airways Privilege Club announce loyalty partnership - News & announcements

  Private charter operator Qatar Executive and Qatar Airways Privilege Club have unveiled a new partnership that will bring exclusive benefits to loyalty members.   Qatar Airways’ Privilege Club members and Qatar Executive can collect and spend Avios when flying on Qatar Executive chartered flights, including the G700, G650ER, Global 5000 and Airbus A319CJ. By simply booking directly with Qatar Executive, loyalty members can collect four Avios for every one USD spent. Members will also be able to redeem their Avios in full or through Cash + Avios for Qatar Executive flights. The partnership brings exclusive benefits for first time bookings. Privilege Club members flying Qatar Executive will be entitled to four complementary tier upgrades, which includes one Platinum and three Gold tiers which can be offered to individuals of their choice. Qatar Airways SVP Loyalty, Thomas Vadakedath said: “As Privilege Club continues to augment the loyalty programme with exclusive experiences, we are proud to collaborate with Qatar Executive. ‘ “Members who prefer flying in the comfort of private charters can now collect Avios.” Qatar EVP Commercial, Trevor Esling, said: “it aims to reward our loyal passengers, while creating further synergies within the Qatar Airways Group. As a first-of-its-kind within our industry, we see it as another addition in providing a rewarding journey.” 
  
  

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• 30 Sep 24

  NEWS
  Qatar Airways to acquire stake in Virgin Australia

  Gulf carrier Qatar Airways plans to take a 25% stake in Virgin Australia. The airline ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways to acquire stake in Virgin Australia - News & announcements

  Gulf carrier Qatar Airways plans to take a 25% stake in Virgin Australia. The airline agreed a deal with Virgin parent Bain Capital. The transaction is subject to a final approval by Australia’s Foreign Investment Review Board "This partnership brings the missing piece to Virgin Australia's longer-term strategy," said Virgin CEO Jayne Hrdlicka. "It will further strengthen Virgin Australia's ability to compete over the long term, which will inevitably translate into more choice and better value airfares." A deal would spur expansion of Virgin Australia’s international network. It plans to launch Doha flights from Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney.

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• 27 Sep 24

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  Qatar Airways adds more Amsterdam flights for winter

  Qatar Airways is expanding winter flight operations in Amsterdam. It will add four more Amsterdam ...Read more
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  Qatar Airways adds more Amsterdam flights for winter - News & announcements

  Qatar Airways is expanding winter flight operations in Amsterdam. It will add four more Amsterdam flights from 10 weekly flights to 14 from  12 November 2024 until 29 March 2025. Qatar Airways’ 14 weekly flights will enable 40,000 additional passengers to travel between Amsterdam and Doha through its hub, Hamad International Airport (DOH). Qatar Airways Chief Commercial Officer, Mr. Thierry Antinori, said: "Qatar Airways is delighted to witness and serve the growing travel demand in the Dutch capital.” With the additional Amsterdam flights, travellers will have more opportunities to enjoy winter sun holidays in onward destinations via Doha including Bali (Denpasar), Bangkok, and Ho Chi Minh City. The additional flights will depart every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.   
  
  

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