Fiji Airways has expanded its international reach by launching its longest flight and inaugural direct service between Dallas Fort Worth, Texas, and Nadi, Fiji. This route will initially operate three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, known for being the second-most connected airport globally, enhances Fiji Airways passengers’ access to a wider array of international destinations.
Fiji Airways CEO and Managing Director, Andre Viljoen, expressed excitement about the new route, emphasizing that it will greatly improve connectivity for U.S. travelers seeking to explore Fiji and the South Pacific. He noted that this service is expected to bring up to 1,000 passengers to Fiji weekly, thereby boosting the tourism sector and fostering new business relationships between the two nations.
Sean Donohue, Chief Executive of DFW, highlighted the addition of Fiji to their expanding list of international destinations, which allows North Texas residents to have non-stop access to this tropical haven.
The inaugural flight from Nadi landed at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport on December 10, 2024, greeted by a celebratory water cannon salute. The first departure from DFW is scheduled for the same day, with the flight set to arrive in Fiji on December 12.
Fiji Airways is deploying its advanced Airbus A350-900 XWB for this new route, providing premium seating for 334 passengers, including 33 lie-flat business class seats, ensuring both comfort and convenience.
This DFW-NAN route underscores Fiji Airways’ growing footprint in North America, adding to existing services from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Honolulu, and Vancouver. Viljoen emphasized DFW as a strategic hub that connects travelers to over 250 global destinations.
Additionally, this marks Fiji Airways’ 26th international direct route and continues to support the airline’s expansion strategies. Future plans include integrating into the American Airlines AAdvantage® loyalty program and joining the oneworld® alliance by March 31, 2025, enhancing travel perks for Pacific travelers.
To commemorate the launch, Fiji Airways is offering return flights from Nadi to Dallas Fort Worth starting at $1,999 per person, available until December 17, 2024.
This expansion not only showcases Fiji Airways’ commitment to enhancing travel options for passengers but also signifies a promising opportunity for tourism and business growth between the United States and Fiji. It highlights the increasing global connectivity that reflects a post-pandemic recovery phase, opening new avenues for exploration and collaboration.
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