Air New Zealand

The flag carrier of New Zealand, Air New Zealand commenced its operations in April 1965. The air carrier strongly believes that its success comes from helping New Zealanders thrive and succeed at home as well as around the world. The airline’s global network of scheduled passenger flights centers in New Zealand. With 3,400 flights operated every week, the national airline of New Zealand takes pride in having flown over 17 million passengers each year before COVID-19. As the airline strives to enrich its country by connecting the natives to each other and to the rest of the world, the driving force behind the airline is certainly its people.

Air New Zealand boasts a massive fleet of 105 aircraft, including Boeing and Airbus. From the Boeing 777-300ER to the Bombardier Q300, each aircraft of the airline varies in size. The Māori symbol of the Mangōpare proudly sits on the tails of its aircraft which represents tenacity, resilience, and strength. The revered symbol is also referred to as the koru which is the sign of renewal, new life, and hope for the future. The airline has its headquarters based out of Wynyard Quarter in Auckland, while Auckland Airport, Christchurch Airport, and Wellington International Airport serve as its main operating hubs.

The air carrier operates domestic flights as well as international flights that connect the Pacific, North America, Australia, and Asia with New Zealand. Passengers are able to fly to a wide range of destinations throughout the world via the network of its partner airlines. Having won numerous awards and accreditations for its exemplary and extraordinary services speaks volumes about how the air carrier has made a name for itself at a global level in the aviation industry.

No matter if the passengers are flying on long-haul routes or taking a short-distance flight within New Zealand, they can rest assured of having the same great, sui generis Kiwi experience during the flight. Inflight entertainment of Air New Zealand means getting to indulge in music, blockbuster movies, multi-player games, lip-smacking snacks, and a lot more right from the utter comfort of one’s seat. Airpoints is the frequent flyer program of the air carrier that offers passengers a world of rewards and ultimate flying experiences.