QATAR Airways continues to build a strong level of trust with passengers as a reliable partner during this crisis. At the time many airlines have drastically reduced their flights, Qatar Airways is helping many stranded passengers unite with their family members. These measures have helped it becoming the largest global in the world over the past three months. The airline operated over 15,000 flights to take 1.8 million people home in these exceptional times. These efforts have established the carrier as the airline passengers, governments and industry partners can rely on and trust. While many airlines have been forced or chosen to suspend operations, Qatar Airways has maintained a robust and agile network.
The airline has also worked closely with governments, and companies around the world to operate over 220 charters and extra sector flights helping reunite over 62,000 people with their loved ones. As the global recovery from COVID-19 begins, the airline recently announced plans to gradually rebuild its network in line with passenger demand evolution and the expected relaxation of entry restrictions around the world. By the end of June, the airline plans to expand its network to 80 destinations with more to be added by the end of the summer season. To ensure travellers can plan their travel with peace of mind, the airline has extended its booking policies to offer even more choice to its passengers.
The airline, yesterday, announced that it would be resume services to Venice, Italy starting from July 15. The popular tourist destination and major arts and cultural centre will become the airline’s third destination in Italy to resume flights, marking a significant step in the resumption of global leisure travel. The national carrier of Qatar will also increase flights to Dublin, Milan and Rome, with daily services starting from June 13. As one of the only global airlines to have maintained a significant schedule throughout this crisis, Qatar Airways is uniquely positioned to monitor trends in traffic flow and passenger bookings.
The airline expects these additional flights to provide further seamless connectivity via its award-winning hub, Hamad International Airport, with its Asia-Pacific destinations, in particular Australia where the airline continues to operate 21 weekly flights to Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. With its plans for expanding its network and strengthening airline partnerships, the airline is well positioned to continue delivering on its mission to be the airline travellers can trust.
