PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir New Zealand longhaul fleet faces years of disruptionAirlines around the world faced with delays in repairing planes and getting new ones.05 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesSoaring airfares: Air NZ happy 'to open the books' as political heat growsGovernment not ruling out market study of domestic ticket prices.05 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandBarrier Air spreads wings to Bay of Islands to shake-up national carrierThe competition comes as domestic airfares found to be the least competitive market in NZ.02 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Time to turn the spotlight on to airline behaviourOPINION: Dearth of data on price, performance a challenge for passengers, policy-makers.01 May 05:00 PM
AirlinesSeven hours on the phone: Air NZ apologises to customer left in limboA customer was left without a flight plan after Chicago to Auckland service was cancelled.30 Apr 08:08 AM
AirlinesAir New Zealand versus Jetstar: Which airline’s the most reliable right nowA hit to reliability comes as Air NZ is pushing up prices on domestic routes.29 Apr 03:59 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesAir NZ faces strict new instant refund rules for US flightsPassengers are in line for hundreds of millions in refunds a year.28 Apr 12:00 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesStock Takes: Market doldrums, big payday for UBS, banks to reportA struggling sharemarket is pricing in NZ interest rates staying higher for longer.26 Apr 12:30 AM
AirlinesWhy Air New Zealand fares are heading up - againAs the latest increase hits local travellers, what are Air NZ's long-term challenges?22 Apr 08:35 PM
TravelAir NZ reveals shake-up of Aussie, Pacific flightsThe changes will come into play from June 11.21 Apr 10:50 PM
AirlinesAir NZ's big Seats to Suit overhaul: What passengers need to knowThe changes are the biggest since Seats to Suit was introduced in 2010.21 Apr 10:00 PM
AirlinesAir NZ blames market conditions for $40m-$50m cut in pre-tax earnings guidanceWorsening market conditions are likely to hit the airline's pre-tax earnings this year.21 Apr 09:47 PM
New ZealandWeather woes: Fog scuppers flights in south, heavy rain and thunderstorms for northFog in Chch that affected or forced cancellation of more than 40 flights has now cleared.20 Apr 01:43 AM
AirlinesAir NZ warns travel agents of increase in domestic faresAirlines are not putting a percentage figure on increases, saying pricing will be dynamic.19 Apr 04:43 AM
AirlinesAir NZ extends pause on Chicago service, confirms return to Hobart and SeoulAirline will wait for delivery of new Dreamliners before resuming flights.18 Apr 09:48 PM
New Zealand'Snapped in half': Passenger breaks leg on seven-hour Air NZ flightThe injured tourist only had Panadol for the pain.18 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandAir NZ passenger hospitalised after plane hits turbulenceA passenger on an Air NZ flight NZ65 from Bali to Auckland suffered a severe leg break after taking a tumble during the bumpy flight. Video / SuppliedWatch18 Apr 03:30 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesWorse than supermarkets: Domestic airfare market ranked least competitive in surveyAirports in a battle with Air NZ say greater oversight of fares is needed.16 Apr 05:00 PM
Travel newsThe debate is over — this is the best seat to sleep on the planeNext time you book a flight, hone in on this row and seat.09 Apr 10:00 PM
New ZealandQueenstown crosswinds play havoc: Jetstar flight lands, Air NZ plane turns back to AucklandRelief for passengers as plane successfully lands after two loops around the city.09 Apr 08:43 AM
TravelMechanical issue diverts Air NZ Boeing back to AucklandThe Air New Zealand Dreamliner turned back for Auckland shortly after take-off.08 Apr 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesBig Qantas loyalty scheme shake-up for travellersAir NZ rival's new platform is still being built 'to deliver to members in coming years'.08 Apr 01:58 AM
CrimeDrug addict used devastating 2023 storms to loot, wreck new homesHe also endangered an Air NZ flight. 'The potential for catastrophe was high,' judge said.06 Apr 01:00 AM
WorldUrinating in a cup: Air NZ passenger fined for Sydney incidentAir NZ bans between five and 10 customers each month for disruptive behaviour.05 Apr 09:53 PM
TravelFamily anguish as Air NZ shocker sees passenger miss father’s funeralA bereaved traveller spent 30 hours in transit on her way to Korea.05 Apr 01:00 AM
AirlinesSoaring prices: Air NZ hits Koru members with 20% increaseAirline says steep price rise to cover increased costs.04 Apr 11:07 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialWhy all the fuss about Air New Zealand’s new food?A new international business class menu but hard-hit domestic travellers left wondering.04 Apr 04:00 PM
TravelKiwi Onion Dip in business class? Air NZ menu revealedThe airline will showcase beloved Kiwi flavours in its latest menu.03 Apr 03:32 AM
TravelAir NZ named best economy cabin by Airline Excellence Awards, despite delaysAir New Zealand has been named best economy cabin in the world for a second year running.02 Apr 06:21 PM
Travel'Engineering issue' forces Air NZ Rarotonga flight back to AucklandAn Air NZ captain explains why Rarotogona-bound passengers were returned.02 Apr 02:19 AM
TravelWhat was flying like in the 1980s? Air NZ releases rare archival photosThe airline has dug into the archives for a special anniversary.31 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandFormer Air NZ worker wins fight for compo after getting Covid-19 on the jobFormer cabin crew member says Air NZ 'abused its privilege' in fight over compo.28 Mar 06:00 AM
TravelThis is the busiest day to fly during Easter and school holidaysIt will be the busiest Easter and school holiday season since 2019, Air NZ revealed.26 Mar 11:19 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesHow Air NZ’s shrinking winter network is affecting passengers and the airlineAirline cites engine problems for Chicago pause after hot competition to US eroded yields.20 Mar 01:00 AM
