Make your vacation plans now: Fiji Airways is introducing the first ever non-stop flights between Nadi, Fiji and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in Texas, USA commencing in December 2024.

According to a release, the new non-stop 13-hour service will operate three times per week: every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The first flight is scheduled to depart on December 10, with special introductory fares starting at $699, now available on the Fiji Airways website.

The airline has also launched airfares from Dallas to Fiji Airways points in Australia and New Zealand starting from $899.

The flights will take place on Fiji Airways' Airbus A350-900 XWB aircraft, featuring 301 economy class seats (which recently won Best Economy Class in Australia and Pacific at the SKYTRAX World Airline Awards 2024); and 33 business class lie-flat, all aisle access, seats.

The new service to Dallas will complement various other initiatives announced by the airline recently, including its plans to join the American Airlines' AAdvantage loyalty program in the coming year and becoming the 15th full-member of the oneworld alliance in 2025.

"Introducing a direct service between Fiji and Dallas is a really exciting milestone for Fiji Airways, as we continue to increase Fiji's connectivity with the United States and beyond offering our guests more convenient travel options," says Fiji Airways Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Andre Viljoen in a statement.

"Travelers can expect award-winning service and warm Fijian hospitality in the comfort of our modern A350 aircraft with lie-flat Business Class seats and increased space in economy," Viljoen said. "After an overnight flight, Americans can wake up in paradise and explore the beautiful 333 islands that our nation has to offer."