Qantas Launches First Nonstop 'Party Planes' From Sydney To Las Vegas

The new seasonal service will operate three times per week on Qantas' Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Qantas Airlines is launching the first-ever non-stop flights between Las Vegas and Sydney, with a fare sale on economy tickets for $999. The new seasonal service will run from late December 2026 through mid-March 2027, saving customers up to five hours in travel time by eliminating the need for connections through another US city.

Why it matters

More than 250,000 Australians visited Las Vegas in 2025, even though it meant flying from another US city or driving a rental car there. The new non-stop service is expected to boost Australian tourism to Las Vegas, which is a popular destination for events like the Consumer Electronics Show and National Rugby League matches.

The details

The Sydney (SYD) to Las Vegas (LAS) flights will operate as QF55, with the inaugural flight taking off on December 29, 2026. The service will operate until March 12, 2027. The new route will operate on a Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft three times per week on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Qantas Dreamliner have 236 seats, including 42 business class suites and 28 premium economy seats. Qantas is running an introductory flight sale on the upcoming late 2026 to early 2027 service, with round-trip LAS-SYD economy sale fares available from USD $999.

  • The new seasonal Las Vegas–Sydney service will run from late December 2026 through mid-March 2027.
  • The inaugural flight is scheduled for December 29, 2026.
  • The service will operate until March 12, 2027.

The players

Qantas Airlines

An Australian airline that is launching the first-ever non-stop flights between Las Vegas and Sydney.

Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA)

The organization that promotes tourism to Las Vegas, which says Australia has consistently ranked as the city's second-largest overseas market.

Don Farrell

The Australian Minister for Trade and Tourism, who says the flow of people between Australia and the US has never been stronger.

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What they’re saying

“Australians' appetite for international travel continues to be incredibly strong. Rome and Sapporo have shown us there's real demand for seasonal services to destinations people want to visit at certain times of year, and we're continuing to expand those direct connections around the world.”

— Cam Wallace, Qantas International CEO (Forbes)

“Australia has consistently ranked as our second-largest overseas market and our top international market without a non-stop flight. More than 250,000 Australians visit each year. This route allows travelers to take advantage of the world-class entertainment, sporting events and major conventions that Las Vegas is known for.”

— Steve Hill, President and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (Forbes)

“The flow of people between our countries has never been stronger. Last year 745,000 Americans visited Australia, and we look forward to welcoming even more visitors down under with the commencement of these new direct flights.”

— Don Farrell, Australian Minister for Trade and Tourism (Forbes)

What’s next

The new Qantas service will operate during some of the biggest events held in Las Vegas, including the Consumer Electronics Show in January and the NRL season kick-off Las Vegas Festival in March 2027.

The takeaway

The launch of Qantas' first-ever nonstop flights between Sydney and Las Vegas is expected to significantly boost Australian tourism to the entertainment capital of the world, providing a convenient new travel option for the over 250,000 Australians who already visit Las Vegas each year.