The Longest Flight on the Planet: Nearly a Day in the Air, Nonstop, and the Rare Experience of Watching Two Sunrises Will Arrive in 2026

Written by Romário Pereira de Carvalho

Published on 18/09/2025 at 22:31

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Qantas Bets on Airbus A350-1000 Aircraft With Premium Cabins and Wellness Areas to Face Almost an Entire Day of Air Travel

The global aviation will reach a new milestone in 2026 when Qantas will launch direct flights between Sydney and two of the world’s largest metropolises: London and New York. The Australian airline confirmed that these flights will last between 19 and 22 hours, surpassing any existing flight.

Historic Flight: The Sunrise Twice

The project is named “Sunrise” because it will allow passengers to see the sunrise twice during the journey.

This detail reinforces the idea that the experience goes beyond transportation, also offering a unique journey.

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Currently, the longest flight in the world operates between Singapore and New York, lasting about 18 hours. Therefore, Qantas’ plan exceeds this mark, establishing a new standard for distance and time spent on board.

Aircraft Adapted for Endurance

The company even considered a partnership with Boeing to develop specific models but ultimately chose Airbus.

The aircraft designated for the operation is the A350-1000, adapted to handle long hours of flight.

The first batch of these aircraft was expected in 2022. However, the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the delivery and delayed the start of operations.

Thus, the schedule can only be met in 2026.

Longest Flight in the World: Comfort as a Priority

One of Qantas’ main concerns is to ensure that the experience is bearable, as passengers will spend almost an entire day inside the aircraft.

Therefore, more than 40% of the space will be occupied by premium cabins.

The layout will feature six first-class suites, 52 business suites, and 40 premium economy seats. The remaining 140 seats will be allocated to economy class, which will also include a dedicated wellness area.

Cabin Details

The first-class suites resemble small hotel rooms. Each will have a reclining chair, workspace for up to two people, a wardrobe, and a 32-inch touch-sensitive TV.

The system will also include LED lighting and Bluetooth connectivity.

In economy class, the aim is to offer a standard above the norm. The seats will feature individual touch-sensitive screens, USB-C ports for charging, and free access to the Wellness Zone, equipped with snacks and specific areas for quick stretches.

With this, Qantas bets on a combination of innovation and comfort to transform what once seemed impossible: nearly nonstop commercial flights, crossing the world in a single takeoff.

Information from InfoMoney.

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