In a world where long-haul wanderlust shows no sign of retreating, oneworld has lifted the curtain on the most-searched Round the World destinations for 2026, and the list reads like the bucket list of every would-be global nomad. From London’s polished grit to Tokyo’s neon orderliness, the alliance says travellers are gearing up for a year of ambitious multi-stop adventures.

The reveal comes at an interesting moment for the global aviation family. Fiji Airways and Oman Air have officially joined the alliance this year, while Hawaiian Airlines is preparing to step aboard in 2026. Together, these additions create a fresh patchwork of Pacific islands, Arabian gateways and transcontinental possibilities, the kind of network expansion that stirs even the most seasoned traveller’s sense of adventure.

The top searches on oneworld.com for Round the World travel in 2026 showcase the typical heavyweights, the sort of cities that have always held the world’s imagination firmly by the lapels. According to the alliance, the top 10 are:

• London

• Tokyo

• Doha

• Hong Kong

• Sydney

• Los Angeles

• Dallas/Fort Worth

• New York

• Melbourne

• Singapore

It’s a blend of classic capitals, aviation powerhouses and cultural magnets, the sort of places that reward repeat visits as generously as first-time excursions.

Pacific wanderlust blooms

With the arrival of Fiji Airways and the imminent debut of Hawaiian Airlines, the Pacific has taken on a renewed sparkle. Searches for destinations such as Fiji, the Cook Islands, Kiribati and Hawaii have surged, a reminder that, in an era when every continent is accessible, the Pacific still knows how to charm travellers with its unfussy beauty.

Oman Air’s arrival has also sparked interest in the Arabian Peninsula, with Muscat emerging as a rising gateway for those plotting more intricate or culturally varied itineraries.

Japan leads the charge for global adventure.

While the world remains happily mobile, one country stands out for its appetite for global circumnavigation: Japan.

oneworld says Japan is the top origin market for Round the World journeys, followed closely by Australia, the United Kingdom, the United States and Hong Kong. And in a statistic that feels entirely of the times, fully 66% of travellers are exploring solo, setting off on an average of seven stops over periods of three months or more. It appears the modern solo traveller isn’t just dipping their toes in; they’re diving headlong into the atlas.

“Searches on oneworld.com show a strong appetite for adventure in the New Year. From the Big Apple and Hawaii’s Big Island to Mount Fiji and the Atlas Mountains, oneworld’s Round the World fares offer customers access to an unbeatable network of leading airlines on a single ticket,” said Roger Blackburn, oneworld’s Vice President Commercial and Loyalty.

He added that the fares are increasingly popular among business travellers too: “oneworld’s Round the World fares are also increasingly popular with corporate travellers looking for flexible, cost-effective travel options for complex itineraries.”

Three fares, countless possibilities

As the only global airline alliance offering three different Round the World ticket types, oneworld gives travellers a degree of choice rarely seen in airline products.

Its three fare families are:

oneworld Explorer – continent-based

Ideal for travellers who want to hop across regions with a sense of order and momentum.

Sample itinerary:
London – Muscat – Kuala Lumpur – Tokyo – Sydney – Nadi – Los Angeles – New York – London

Global Explorer – distance-based

Designed for more elaborate jaunts involving multiple continents and long-haul leaps.

Sample itinerary:
Sydney – Honolulu – San Francisco – Dallas – London – Helsinki – Hong Kong – Sydney

Circle Pacific – Pacific-focused

A unique offering for itineraries surrounding the Pacific Rim.

Sample itinerary:
Tokyo – Honolulu – Los Angeles – Nadi – Auckland – Sydney – Hong Kong – Tokyo

Whichever ticket travellers choose, the benefits read like a seasoned flyer’s wish list: up to 16 flights across six continents, validity from 10 days to 12 months, lounge access for eligible passengers across more than 700 lounges, and the ability to earn and redeem frequent flyer miles or points along the way.

The world is calling – again.

As the industry steadies itself after years of unpredictability, one truth remains unchanged: globetrotters have never lost their taste for the long way round. And with oneworld expanding its reach across oceans and deserts, 2026 may well be a watershed year for the art and joy of circling the planet.

For more details or to begin planning a Round the World itinerary, visit
https://www.oneworld.com/round-the-world. Or speak with a trusted travel advisor.

By Alison Jenkins – (c) 2025

Read time: 4 minutes.

About the Writer

Alison Jenkins has spent much of her career at thirty thousand feet or at least close to it. Having worked in several sales roles with several airlines, she built a reputation for knowing her clients and flight schedules. Quick with a smile and sharper still with a deal, she became one of those rare people who could charm passengers and partners without losing her professional edge.

Trade shows and FAMILS were all part of the territory, and Alison became a regular on the circuit, with suitcases, smiles, and a notepad never far from reach. Somewhere between airport lounges and hotel lobbies, she discovered she loved telling the stories behind the journeys. Her post-FAMILS reports, meant for internal newsletters, began to take on a life of their own, lively, observant, and unmistakably hers.

That’s when Alison realised she wasn’t just selling travel, she was meant to write about it.

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