First ever direct flights from Dallas Fort Worth Texas to Fiji
New Innovative Amenity Kits for long haul flights
Fiji Airways,Fiji’s national carrier, launched its first ever direct flights last month (December 2024) connecting Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) in Texas with the tropical paradise of Fiji. Initially this longest nonstop service for the airline will operate three times per week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays.
The new service provides the only direct access from DFW to Fiji’s 333 islands. Fiji and its islands are renowned for turquoise waters, vibrant coral reefs, and white-sand beaches, providing a great blend of adventure and relaxation.
The state-of-the-art Airbus A350-900 XWB aircraft is being used on this new route, offering premium seating for 334 passengers, including 33 lie-flat, aisle-access business class seats.
The inaugural 13-hour flight from Nadi, Fiji touched down at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport at 15.25 CST December 10 2024, and was greeted with a water cannon salute as it taxied to the gate with excited passengers and esteemed guests onboard.
nonstop flights DFW to Fiji
Fiji Airways CEO and Managing Director Andre Viljoen said “This new route significantly enhances Fiji Airways’ connectivity in North America, making it easier than ever for Texans and U.S. travelers to explore Fiji’s pristine landscapes, rich culture, and warm hospitality, while also providing seamless access to the wider South Pacific region, Australia, New Zealand and beyond.”
The new DFW-NAN route strengthens Fiji Airways’ growing presence in North America, joining existing services from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Honolulu, and Vancouver as the fifth nonstop link between North America and Fiji.The addition of this new route will expand Fiji Airways’ network by more than 2,000 seats per week, driving increased tourism opportunities to both North America and Fiji.
This also marks the airline’s 26th international direct route, and with its expanding network, travelers from Dallas Fort Worth will soon have the fastest one-stop access to the Great Barrier Reef via Fiji Airways’ hub in Nadi.
“From 10th April 2025, Fiji Airways will offer the quickest option for travelers from Dallas Fort Worth to Cairns Australia; reducing travel time by approximately three hours and making the natural wonder of the Great Barrier Reef more accessible than ever for tourists,” said Viljoen.
Sean Donohue, Dallas Fort Worth’s Chief Executive Officer commented,”DFW is excited to add the beautiful islands of Fiji to our growing portfolio of international destinations, bringing North Texas nonstop access to a tropical paradise and connecting Nadi with DFW’s network of more than 250 destinations around the world.”
Fiji – blended adventure & relaxation
Fiji Airways unveils new innovative Samsonite Amenity Kits
Fiji Airways also unveiled its new amenity kits developed in partnership with Samsonite, and Formia for all long-haul flights for Business Class passengers. The refreshed kits mark the airline’s first redesign of the kits since 2012.
With two distinct bag designs and two colourways showcasing iconic Fijian motifs, each kit boasts high-quality details such as vegan leather accents and water-repellent twill fabric. One design also includes a strap that easily slides over luggage handles for added convenience.
Kits have been thoughtfully designed & include earplugs, breathable socks, a larger eye mask for enhanced light-blocking and better sleep onboard, a bamboo toothbrush and toothpaste in kraft packaging, a kraft & wheat straw pen, and a 10ml body lotion from the Italian vegan skincare brand, Teaology, infused with tea extracts.
Designed for longevity and functionality, the reusable kits are also made with significantly less plastic than previous versions, integrating circular principles, with a focus on ensuring high take-home appeal.
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