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Fiji Airways May Suspend Canberra-Nadi Flights Next Year, Australian Media Report

From FBC News · () English

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  • Australian media are reporting that Fiji Airways may suspend its direct service between Canberra and Nadi starting February 5, 2027.
  • The airline reportedly cited global uncertainty, rising fuel prices, and weaker demand for travel to the United States as reasons for the potential suspension.
  • The Canberra-Nadi service, launched in July 2023, has been a key route for connecting the region to the United States via Nadi.

Fiji Airways may soon suspend its direct flights connecting Canberra, Australia, to Nadi, Fiji, according to reports from Australian media outlets Region.com.au and The Canberra Times. The airline has informed Canberra Airport that the service could be halted from February 5, 2027.

Michael Thomson, Canberra Airport's Head of Aviation, stated that the potential decision is influenced by a combination of global economic uncertainty, escalating fuel prices, and a decline in travel demand towards the United States. Despite the potential suspension, flights are expected to continue operating as scheduled until the aforementioned date.

The Canberra-Nadi route was initiated in July 2023 with two weekly flights, later expanded to three due to strong demand. This service has been crucial for travelers in the Canberra region, offering convenient connections to the United States through Nadi. The potential suspension is viewed as a significant setback for Canberra Airport's international connectivity efforts.

FBC News has reached out to Fiji Airways for official comment on the matter.

The decision is linked to global uncertainty, rising fuel prices and weaker demand for travel to the United States.

— Michael ThomsonExplaining the factors contributing to Fiji Airways' potential suspension of the Canberra-Nadi service.
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