Fiji Airways will suspend its Nadi – Dallas service effective 7 September due to rising fuel costs and “evolving market conditions.”
A statement from the airline notes that most impacted guests will be able to travel on the same day via alternative arrangements connecting via Los Angeles or via the airline’s San Francisco and Vancouver services.
It says customers are being contacted directly, with updated travel details expected to be finalised in the near future. Flexible options, including rebooking, credit, or refunds, where required.
The airline had already moved to reduce flights on its Dallas and Brisbane, Australia services.
Fiji Airways will continue to serve the United States with up to 11 flights per week through its Los Angeles and San Francisco gateways.
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Paul Scurrah says: “These changes allow us to focus on markets where we are seeing the strongest and most sustainable demand. This includes the upgauge of our three weekly Vancouver services from the A330 to our flagship A350 aircraft effective 8 September, as well as increasing Hong Kong frequencies to up to four flights per week year-round from 22 September.”
The airline noted that while global aviation continues to face significant cost pressures particularly with jet fuel prices more than doubling since the start of the year, Fiji Airways is seeing resilient demand, especially from key markets including Australia and New Zealand.
“Our priority is to maintain reliable services, manage costs responsibly, and ensure confidence in travel to Fiji remains strong,” Scurrah said.
