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Australian businesses are caught in a perfect storm: travel is no longer seen as a discretionary spend, but finance teams are under intense pressure to manage growing spend and boost efficiency.

With Middle East airspace disruptions changing the way we fly, our travel experts have been busy finding alternative routes to get you to Europe. We've mapped out 14 proven options, so whether you're watching the clock, managing costs, or need a rock-solid connection for that big meeting – we've got you covered.

As regional airspace closures continue and the Middle East conflict disrupts traditional flight paths, business continuation proves essential to the health of national and global economies. Right now, Singapore operates as the main artery between Australia and Europe.

The conflict in the Middle East has caused widespread travel upheaval. One minute you're preparing for a meeting. The next, you're searching for new routes or dealing with a sudden airport closure.

With the conflict in the Middle East still ongoing, many Australians are wondering how they can get home from Europe, as airspace closures continue to affect flights into and out of the region.

Perth is shedding its hard-hat-only reputation, with new booking data revealing a 14 per cent year-on-year surge in corporate travel as the Western Australian capital diversifies beyond its mining roots. It highlights the importance of travel beyond the ‘Golden Triangle’.

Australians have been able to apply for a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) since January 2025, but from 25 February 2026, it will become mandatory for boarding.

Flight Centre Travel Group (FLT) has released its half-year FY26 Financial Results.

Australian travellers can expect significantly faster, smoother and more sustainable airport journeys in 2026, as the nation's major airports roll out transformative upgrades worth billions of dollars.

Virgin Australia is introducing major upgrades to Premium Entry and security screening across the domestic network.

Business travellers flying from Melbourne now have considerably more choice, with Qatar Airways launching multiple daily services to its Doha hub from 1 December.

Flight Centre Travel Group, along with flagship brands FCM Travel and Corporate Traveler, today released a new airline safety guide designed to help business travelers stay connected amid changing in-flight charging rules.