Qantas will operate the world’s first non-stop flight between Sydney and Las Vegas this December. The seasonal service, running through March 2027, will cut up to five hours of travel time by removing the need for US connections.
Las Vegas becomes Qantas’ 101st destination and its eighth city in North and South America, joining Los Angeles, San Francisco, Honolulu, Dallas, New York, Vancouver, and Santiago.
Flights are available now for booking and will coincide with major events such as the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) and the National Rugby League’s Las Vegas Festival. Las Vegas is also a hub for world-class entertainment and a gateway to attractions like the Grand Canyon.
Qantas International CEO Cam Wallace confirmed that strong customer demand for international travel is driving the airline’s expansion of seasonal services to destinations such as Las Vegas.
“Australians’ appetite for international travel continues to be incredibly strong,” he said. “Rome and Sapporo have shown us there’s real demand for seasonal services to destinations people want to visit at certain times of year, and we’re continuing to expand those direct connections around the world.”
Wallace added that the airline’s fleet renewal provides flexibility to deploy aircraft where demand exists, opening new route possibilities. The addition of Las Vegas as Qantas’ 101st destination also creates opportunities for pilots and cabin crew as the airline expands its network.
Steve Hill, President and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, highlighted that the new nonstop service from Sydney reflects the strength of the Australian market for Las Vegas.
“Australia has consistently ranked as our second-largest overseas market and our top international market without a nonstop flight,” said Hill. “More than 250,000 Australians visit each year, drawn by the breadth and depth of experiences Las Vegas offers.”
Moreover, Minister for Trade and Tourism Don Farrell said the direct flight would strengthen ties between Australia and the US while making it easier for Americans to explore Australia’s tourism offerings.
“The flow of people between our countries has never been stronger,” he said. “Last year, 745,000 Americans visited Australia, and we look forward to welcoming even more visitors down under with the commencement of these new direct flights.”
Original article: https://www.yogonet.com/international/news/2026/03/02/117827-qantas-to-launch-worlds-first-nonstop-flight-from-sydney-to-las-vegas
