Qantas have recently announced the airline will introduce brand new flights between Adelaide and Auckland from 31 October 2025.

This fantastic development offers South Australian travellers greater options across the airline’s international network. Beneficial to Business Class travellers who would like to take advantage of Qantas’ connections through to North America via New Zealand and their highly popular service from Auckland to New York.

If you would like more details on these new flights to Auckland, we would recommend you reach out to an Airfare Consultant. If you’re interested in flying Business Class to North America with Qantas, Frequent Flyers could earn up to 360+ status credits - view Qantas' Business Class to North America deal to learn more.

What to Expect...

These new flights between Adelaide and Auckland will officially commence on QF175 flights. The service will operate seasonally from 31 October 2025 through to 3 May 2026. The flights will run four times weekly on Qantas’ Boeing 737-800 aircraft - Monday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Flight times are stated to take approximately 4 hours and 15 minutes.

“Today we’re celebrating two huge milestones in Adelaide – launching a new direct international flight and our first Qantas Business Lounge at Adelaide Airport. This is fantastic news for our South Australian customers who will have access to a direct international flight to Auckland as well as opening up connections to New York via Auckland,” said Qantas Group CEO International, Cam Wallace.

What’s Next...

The Adelaide to Auckland service will mark Qantas’ return to non-stop international flights from South Australia. Currently, the airline operates almost 280 weekly services from Adelaide to more than 14 destinations around Australia.

“It also connects South Australians through to New York City with a single stop, strengthening our bond with a key economic and AUKUS partner. We hope that this marks the beginning of a long-term commitment by Qantas to grow their international services out of Adelaide,” said Premier of South Australia, Peter Malinauskas.

The new flights are now available to book with more than 30,000 seats between the two cities, expected to increase inbound tourism to South Australia. If you would like to fly on this new service, please contact an Airfare Specialist and they will help you with your travel plans.