Doha, October 26 – Qatar Airways will increase connectivity to Australia with flights to Western Sydney International Airport from 15 December 2027. Direct services from Hamad International Airport in Doha make Western Sydney the airline’s seventh gateway, joining Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Canberra. The expansion reflects a longstanding commitment to the Australian market, delivering more choice for travellers.
Three weekly flights will initially operate on Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with 42 Qsuite Business Class and 312 Economy Class seats. Tickets go on sale from 19 December 2026 on qatarairways.com or the mobile app. Qatar Airways plans to grow its daily services. Passengers enjoy free Starlink Wi-Fi on the largest equipped widebody fleet.
The route connects Western Sydney to over 170 destinations via Doha across the Middle East, Africa, Europe and the Americas. It complements the Qatar Airways-Virgin Australia partnership for enhanced access. Airport 24-hour operations support flexible schedules, bringing more visitors to New South Wales and offering exporters a direct cargo route to the Gulf.
Hamad Al Khater, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, called the launch the next chapter in the partnership with Australia. The service creates opportunities for trade, tourism and investment. Privilege Club members redeem Avios for upgrades and benefits from this second Sydney gateway, strengthening connectivity.