Australia

Sydney Kingsfordsmith International Airport experienced significant disruptions on January 15, 2026, due to air traffic controller staff shortages. At least 30 Qantas and Jetstar flights were cancelled or delayed, with Airservices Australia attributing the issue to last-minute staff absences.

China Southern Airlines has announced free overnight transit accommodation for eligible Australian passengers transiting through Guangzhou or Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport. The airline is expanding its Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport service to three daily flights year-round, a record frequency for the route.