Air New Zealand will provide a full-service offering with a meal, inflight entertainment and baggage allowances, on its Perth, Tahiti and Honolulu longer-haul flights for all new Economy bookings from 30 October 2022 in a bid to lift its appeal to passengers.
From 20 October on flights to Perth and Tahiti, Air New Zealand’s seat and seat+bag fares will no longer be available to be booked on flights departing after 30 October. Customers can choose between The Works (Economy), Premium Economy and Business Premier.
During the transition period, passengers who have purchased a seat or seat+bag fare before 20 October will receive a full meal and beverage service and inflight entertainment if travelling after 30 October.
The original ticketed baggage allowance, Airpoints Dollars and Status Points accrual will apply to existing tickets.
Honolulu flights will move to a full-service offering from 30 October.
Air New Zealand General Manager Short Haul Airline Jeremy O’Brien said the changes are the result of airline customer research into what passengers value on longer flights.
“We’ve heard loud and clear there’s a need for a consistent Air New Zealand experience,” he said.
“Ensuring everyone can enjoy a meal from our delicious new menu gives a better overall onboard experience and streamlines the process for our crew and customers.
“For Honolulu, moving this service to our long-haul offering brings it in line with our other North American destinations so customers will now be able to choose between Economy, Premium Economy and Business Premier on these flights.”
Air New Zealand recently commenced Auckland–New York flights with connections from Australia on its Dreamliner aircraft.
To find out more, visit airnewzealand.co.nz
