Airlines Expand US-Australia Flights with 910 Services in October

The aviation market between the United States and Australia is set to experience significant activity, with a total of 910 flights scheduled for October 2025. This surge illustrates the growing demand for transpacific travel beyond traditional North American-Asian routes. According to data from Cirium, the Boeing 787 Dreamliner leads the fleet, featuring 442 flights across its variants, demonstrating its popularity among airlines operating in this corridor.

Major Airlines and Their Routes

The major US carriers are at the forefront of these services. American Airlines will operate non-stop flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Sydney (SYD) with the Boeing 777-300ER. Additionally, it is set to launch a new route from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Brisbane (BNE) later in the month using the Boeing 787-8.

Similarly, United Airlines boasts an extensive Australian network, offering daily flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne (MEL), Brisbane, and Sydney. The airline also connects Los Angeles to Sydney daily, with less frequent services to Melbourne and from Houston (IAH) to Sydney, utilizing both the Boeing 777 and 787 models.

Meanwhile, Delta Air Lines operates daily flights from Los Angeles to Sydney with the Airbus A350-900. In a statement, Delta noted that this expansion represents “our most extensive schedule to the South Pacific to date,” reinforcing their commitment to enhancing services in the region.

Australian Carriers Representing Down Under

On the Australian side, Qantas Airways, the country’s flag carrier, plays a vital role in connecting the US to Australia. Its prominent route from Los Angeles to Sydney operates daily using the A380. Qantas also offers flights from DFW to Sydney and LAX to Melbourne, although the latter has fewer frequencies. The Boeing 787-9 also features prominently, connecting DFW to Melbourne and providing additional services from Honolulu (HLN) to both Sydney and Melbourne.

Additionally, Jetstar Airways, a low-cost subsidiary of Qantas, has a limited but notable presence in the US. Data indicates that the airline’s Boeing 787-8s will be scheduled for 11 flights from Honolulu to Sydney Kingsford Smith this month, with three continuing onward to Melbourne.

Another player in this transpacific market is Hawaiian Airlines, which operates its Airbus A330-200s on routes from Honolulu to Sydney. These flights, covering a distance of approximately 5,066 miles (6,543.6 km), are scheduled five times a week throughout October. The A330-200 features a capacity of 278 seats, including 18 business class flatbeds, designed for passenger comfort.

Overall, the competitive landscape for US-Australia flights is evolving, reflecting a robust demand for air travel across the Pacific. As airlines enhance their offerings, travelers can expect more options and increased connectivity between these two regions.