Qantas picks London for first record-breaking non-stop flights from Sydney

Qantas aims to redefine long‑haul travel with non‑stop Sydney‑London flights as part of Project Sunrise, targeting a roughly 20‑hour journey that could replace the traditional five‑day Kangaroo Route. The airline plans to start ticket sales in February 2027 and launch services in October 2027 using modified Airbus A350‑1000ULR jets designed for up to 22 hours in the air, with 238 passengers. Later services to New York are planned, using the same platform. Analysts say premium cabin pricing will be crucial, with tickets expected around 20% higher than one‑stop options, while leaps in cost efficiency and health management will be necessary to achieve profitability.