To improve the long-haul flying experience for its direct Australia to London and New York flights, Qantas has unveiled a wellbeing zone, slated for operations in early 2027.
A fleet of 12 new Airbus A350-1000ULR will receive this new dedicated zone, located between the premium economy and economy cabin.
All guests will have access to this space, designed to encourage movement, stretching and hydration.
This follows a partnership with the Charles Perkins Centre, University of Sydney, where findings from test flights revealed that simple movements and curated lighting can reduce jet lag, and reduce risks of conditions such as deep vein thrombosis.
There are two key areas to explore.
The first is a self-serve bar stocked with refreshments and hydration therapy beverages.
Next to it, a corner lined with large monitors play curated exercise videos, allowing passengers to follow digital instructors while leaning on the sculpted walls, fitted with comfort leaners and integrated handles for ease of movement.
Returning to their seats, passengers will also find 12 lighting scenes including 'sunrise', 'sunset', and 'awake', grounded in circadian-rhythm science to support adjustments to destination time zone differences.
The wellbeing zone is part of Qantas' Project Sunrise in 2017, when the airline announced direct long-haul flight services via the A350 to reduce travel time of up to four hours.
The first aircraft will be delivered by end 2026, fitted with a wellbeing zone, and ply the direct Australia to London and New York routes.