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New SOL AIR PNG service game changer for accelerating Solomon Islands’ Asian tourism prospects

Tourism Solomons has heavily praised Solomon Airlines’ decision to implement its inaugural weekly direct Honiara–Port Moresby service, describing the route as a pivotal step in fast‑tracking Asia-based tourism flow into the Solomon Islands.

7 Jul 2026

Aviation
Solomon Airlines objects Qantas application to increase Brisbane-Honiara services
Solomon Airlines has objected to Qantas’ application to increase flights between Brisbane and Honiara from four to five services per week. This comes after Qantas applied to the International Air Services Commission (IASC) for approval to begin the additional service from March 29 this year.
18 Feb 2026
Aviation
Solomon Airlines acknowledges SIRAP2 support during official aviation equipment handover
Solomon Airlines today acknowledged the continued partnership and support of the Solomon Islands Government and the World Bank as it officially received aviation equipment funded under the Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP).
13 Jan 2026
Solomon Airlines
Solomon Airlines Domestic Fare Increase
Effective immediately, Solomon Airlines will implement a 5% increase to all domestic airfares across the Solomon Islands. This adjustment is essential to address rising operational costs and to help ensure the continuation of services to support the nation.
2 Jul 2025
Aviation
Solomon Airlines to resume service to Lomlom
Solomon Airlines confirms the reinstatement of its scheduled Dash 8 and Twin Otter services to Lomlom in the Reef Islands, effective Thursday 17 April 2025.
15 Apr 2025
Aviation
Santa Cruz Airfield upgrade progressing well
Steady progress has been made on the upgrades to Santa Cruz Airfield, funded by the World Bank under the Second Solomon Islands Roads and Aviation Project (SIRAP2) and implemented by the Ministry of Communication and Aviation (MCA).
4 Apr 2025
Aviation
Solomon Airlines announces Early Bird Sale – 20% off international routes
For a limited time, Solomon Airlines is offering an exclusive 20% discount on the lowest year-round economy return airfares across all international routes.
2 Apr 2025
Aviation
Solomon Airlines to Suspend Lomlom Flight
Solomon Airlines has advised it will be suspending flight operations immediately to Lomlom following claims relating to the western extension of Lomlom Airport.
18 Mar 2025
Aviation
Solomon Airlines celebrates first Commercial Flights to Santo and Auckland to Santo via Port Vila
Solomon Airlines successfully launched its first commercial flight from Honiara to Santo in Vanuatu on Monday 16 September 2024, marking a significant milestone in expanding its regional connectivity.
19 Sept 2024
Aviation
Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Peter Shanel Agovaka signs revised Air Service Agreement with New Zealand’s Deputy Prime Minister
Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Hon. Peter Shanel Agovaka has signed a revised Air Services Agreement (ASA) with New Zealand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Hon. Winston Peters in Honiara yesterday.
3 Jul 2024
All domestic passengers required to show ID at check-in from 01 May, 2024
Solomon Airlines is reminding all travelers planning to fly domestically and internationally, to remember to bring their valid personal ID to show the airline’s staff at the time of checking in for their flight, or run the risk of not being able to fly.
1 May 2024
Labour Mobility Scheme
SOLOMON AIRLINES PARTNERSHIP TO BOOST CANADIAN LABOUR MOBILITY
National carrier Solomon Airlines has entered into an agreement with the Canadian International Training & Education Corp (CITREC) as part of its efforts to support Solomon Islands bid to increase Education, Training and Labour mobility partnership in Canada.
8 Dec 2023
Aviation
Solomon Islands and New Zealand conclude negotiations on a new Air Service Agreement to enhance air connectivity
Senior officials from Solomon Islands and New Zealand successfully concluded their two-day negotiations to renew the Air Service Agreement (ASA) between the two countries. The new Air Service Agreement will replace its predecessor agreement, that was signed in Honiara on 30 May of 1990.
23 Jul 2023
Economy
Solomon Airlines acquires second aircraft
Solomon Airlines has purchased its second international aircraft through lease and is scheduled to arrive on the 27th of this month. Solomon Airlines Board Chairman Frank Wickham confirmed during the Business After Five event held in Honiara yesterday.
21 Jul 2023
Solomon Airlines
SOLOMON ISLANDS AIRPORT SURCHARGE FEES TO COMMENCE FROM 1 JUNE
Solomon Airlines has confirmed the introduction of new airport surcharge fees effective from 1 June, 2023 to help cover rising international and domestic airport costs including increased landing and lighting fees at Solomon Islands airports.
31 May 2023
Aviation
Solomon Airlines to Get Second Aircraft, Ex-Jetstar
Solomon Airlines is looking to secure a second aircraft. Solomon Airlines Chief Executive Officer Gus Kraus told the local media they are currently awaiting the government’s approval to get the second aircraft.
13 May 2023
Solomon Airlines
Solomon Airlines Pays Air Nauru around SBD 4.5m for Chartered Flights
Solomon Airlines spent a downtime payment of around SBD 4.5 million to Air Nauru for its chartered flights when the Airbus A320 is not in operation. Solomon Airlines Chief Executive Officer Gus Kraus told the local media that the airline’s maintenance and regular checkups is a costly exercise for…
12 May 2023
Solomon Airlines
Temporary Change To Munda Operations Due to Runway Upgrade Works
Solomon Airlines is alerting passengers to an interim change to flight operations to and from Munda due to current works to upgrade the Munda Airport runway. As part of the Munda Airport construction project, the runway is also being upgraded, requiring resurfacing of the overlay in stages.
8 May 2023
Solomon Airlines
SOLOMON AIRLINES INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS DISRUPTED DUE TO AIRBUS A320 GROUNDING
Solomon Airlines has apologized publicly for inconvenience caused to it’s international passengers, due to the grounding of the airline’s Airbus A320 – the national carriers only international aircraft. The aircraft has not been operational since last Thursday, due to a fuel contamination issue.
2 May 2023
Solomon Airlines
SOLOMON AIRLINES AND AIR VANUATU STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIP COLLABORATION- Streamlined schedules, aircraft sharing, network expansion
Solomon Airlines has confirmed the next phase of partnership co-operation with our next door neighbor Air Vanuatu, establishing a wet lease (ACMI) agreement as the carriers take an important step in improving synergies and efficiencies between their scheduled operations.
27 Apr 2023