PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: 'Political desperation in his voice' - why Luxon's messaging isn't landingOPINION: If Luxon can’t tell us who he is in a way that sticks, other people will.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAir NZ flight out of Auckland struck by lightning during last night's stormThe plane was hit by lightning 20 minutes after takeoff and returned to NZ.09 Dec 05:47 PM
BusinessBehind the scenes of Air New Zealand's Dreamliner RetrofitGreg Foran, Angie McIvor and Richard Thomson of Air New Zealand, alongside Darryl Seow of ST Engineering, talk about the Dreamliner retrofit getting under way. Video / Air NZWatch05 Dec 09:32 PM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesInside look: Air New Zealand's 'world-first' Dreamliner retrofitNew seats, bigger screens and legroom plus a luxury business premier option.04 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandRotorua loses flights on one key route, gains flights on anotherThe changes will be applied between February and June 2025.02 Dec 11:26 PM
New ZealandInsider threat: Overhaul follows revelations of airport security flawsInternational investigators found NZ didn't meet standards. Video / Carson Bluck / Mark Mitchell / Ben DickensWatch02 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: The regions need abysmal Air NZ to be reliableOPINION: 'Our death toll would have been much higher under a different system.'01 Dec 04:00 PM
Travel newsChristmas wrapper: Air New Zealand reveals new festive lolly'The new flavour tastes just like a Christmas candy cane.'29 Nov 11:25 PM
New ZealandFrustration for runners as Air NZ, Jetstar cancel Queenstown flights on eve of marathonThe flights were carrying hundreds of athletes ahead of Saturday morning’s race.15 Nov 06:21 PM
AirlinesAnother veteran Air NZ commercial boss leaving airlineScott Carr has had many leadership roles over a 35-year span.15 Nov 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Is Air New Zealand's latest safety video a slam dunk?OPINION: Another airline has been praised for a different route – a no-nonsense approach.14 Nov 04:00 PM
BusinessGoing for Gold: Qantas launches bid to snare Air NZ's upper tier flyersAussie airline trying to lure some of Kiwi rival's most valuable customers.14 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelAirTags to share location with Air NZ and other airlinesAn Apple iOS update will let travellers share their AirTag's location with airlines.14 Nov 12:31 AM
New ZealandBehind the scenes of Air NZ’s new safety videoThe NZ Herald goes behind the scenes of Air NZ’s new safety video. Video / Dean PurcellWatch13 Nov 04:00 PM
Travel'Chaos' at Auckland Airport as Coldplay fans descend on city; security scanner out of serviceAir NZ said it was shaping up to be the busiest week of the year for its domestic network.12 Nov 02:45 AM
TravelDoes Air New Zealand stock emergency period products?A Herald investigation reveals what airlines provide menstrual products for travellers.08 Nov 02:33 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAir New Zealand fare row: Consumer watchdog pushes for market probePush for Government inquiry meets roadblock04 Nov 09:22 PM
Business‘Virtual monopoly’ – Consumer NZ calls for government probe into Air NZ pricesThe watchdog calls out Air NZ on domestic market dominance, minister cool on inquiry.30 Oct 10:03 PM
BusinessWhat Air NZ is telling travel agents about tough new rules for US flight disruptionThe new measures are aimed at providing better protection for all airline passengers.29 Oct 12:51 AM
Travel newsPassenger charged with assaulting Air NZ staff ‘can’t remember’ what happenedThe young man appeared in court on Thursday.24 Oct 08:13 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Severe' Wellington gales cancel flights, strong gusts blast ferry in harbourA total of 23 flights have been cancelled in and out of Wellington Airport.24 Oct 07:11 AM
TravelFlight price drop: 'Expect better airfare deals in coming months'Domestic flight prices will drop to as low as $37 one way.23 Oct 07:16 PM
Travel newsWatch: Disruptive passenger forces Air NZ flight to divertThe 'disruptive passenger' was met by police at Melbourne Airport.22 Oct 10:22 PM
LifestyleAir NZ Lollies CompetitionOver the past few weeks, the giant jar full with Air New Zealand lollies has journeyed across the nation as part of the Air New Zealand Sweetstake, making stops in 11 regions.Watch22 Oct 09:05 PM
New Zealand'Why don't you let us off the plane?': Passenger recounts Air NZ bomb scarePassengers on NZ247 unaware of bomb threat until news breaks; chaos ensues.19 Oct 09:17 PM
New Zealand'I was freaking out': Daughter furious elderly mum had to drive to Northland after flight cancelledLise Strathdee is furious after her mum's flight was cancelled and she drove to Kerikeri.18 Oct 04:00 PM
Travel newsAir NZ slashes international travel fares – for a limited timeAir NZ has announced a mega sale on international fares – and it's only for a few hours.18 Oct 12:08 AM
Travel newsRegional airline busier as Air NZ reduces capacityRegional flight services are booming, says Barrier Air chief executive.15 Oct 03:50 AM
BusinessAir NZ’s domestic cutbacks open gap for competitors, analyst saysThe national airline is retreating from some marginal routes as engine problems bite.15 Oct 02:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Long difficult queues': Govt looking at privatising airport securityThe minister has suggested airports and airlines could manage aviation security14 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAviation security shake-up at New Zealand airports under considerationTransport Minister Simeon Brown is quietly investigating a major shake-up of aviation security at New Zealand’s airports. Video / Ben Dickens / Michael MorrahWatch14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandAir New Zealand flight diverts midair, makes emergency landing in NelsonThe air conditioning on the plane had a fault, forcing the crew to divert.09 Oct 06:45 PM
New ZealandAir NZ worker on holiday sacked after using security card, bypassing Customs areaThe woman argued it was a 'one-off mistake' and she should not have been fired.09 Oct 04:00 PM
News'We work hard': Air NZ voted the best airline in top travel awardsNational carrier credits staff for achievement.03 Oct 11:26 PM
