- Air Austral is a French airline based in the French overseas territory of Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean. It was founded in 1974 and operates both domestic and international flights. The airline has its main hub at Roland Garros Airport in Reunion and offers flights to destinations throughout the Indian Ocean, Africa, Asia, and Europe. Air Austral operates a fleet of primarily Boeing aircraft, including the Boeing 787 Dreamliner for long-haul flights. The airline has received several awards for its service and is known for its comfortable onboard experience.