“Start spreading the news, we’re leaving today…” Like, actually already left, because Air New Zealand has now commenced flights to New York from Auckland, with connections from Australia! It’s one-stop to the Big Apple taking this seamless journey, and you’ll arrive in record time (how easy is it to transit via Auckland vs other hub cities?!)
“I want to be a part of it”
If your vagabond shoes are longing to stray, you’ll be thrilled to hear that this is not a one-off, nor a seasonal offering. Air New Zealand has begun their year-round, thrice-weekly service to one of the most vibrant places on the planet.
This exciting new addition to international air travel makes it one of the longest commercial flights in the world.
“I want to wake up in a city that never sleeps”
Air New Zealand’s flagship Auckland-New York route goes right through the heart of it, into John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Services are aboard their Boeing 787-9 code 2 Dreamliner, a revolutionary aircraft with long-haul comfort a priority.
Comfort doesn’t only come in the form of Dreamliner’s epic mood lighting and innovative mod-cons (we’re big fans). It also means the Air New Zealand special touches are in place. Like the Economy SkycouchTM and a fully lie-flat bed in Business PremierTM. Which, if you’re going to travel to the city that never sleeps, it makes sense to maximise your sleeping opportunities on the way over and back!
“And find that I’m number one…”
Did you know that airlines traditionally use flight numbers 1 and 2 to signify a flagship route? Guess what numbers Air New Zealand have assigned to this pioneering NYC route?
You guessed it, NZ1 (JFK – AKL) and NZ2 (AKL – JFK). That’s how important these new flights are – flagship status, baby!
This is how you make a brand-new start of it in New York, New York:
“Top of the list”
Everyone knows that JFK is New York’s number one airport, the city’s main squeeze, serving New York City and beyond. With six passenger terminals and four runways at JFK, it’s big. In fact, it’s the sixth largest airport in the world.
Air New Zealand not only snagged a spot in one of the world’s best airports, they also snuck in another number one. This time Terminal 1, operating from gates 4-10. This is only 10-15 minutes from security clearance.
Terminal 1 is connected via AirTrain, a free 24/7 terminal-to-terminal service connecting all JFK terminals to parking lots, rental car services, and New York City’s public transport network.
Lounge access arrangements for Koru members, plus travellers with Airpoints Elite, Gold, and Elite Partner status, are currently in the final stages of planning. Stay tuned for more info soon.
Located in bustling Queens, JFK is only 26 km east of Midtown Manhattan. That’s home to Times Square, the Empire State Building, Madison Square Garden, etc., you know, all the Big Deal NYC sites.
“It’s up to you”
So, Air New Zealand has done all the hard work to help you get to New York, New York., the rest is up to you! What will you do when you get there?
Walk the Brooklyn Bridge? Take a heritage tour of Harlem? Rent a bike and cycle Central Park? Search for Katz’s Deli, famous for that scene in When Harry Met Sally? There’s so much to do in New York, it’s no wonder the city has no time to sleep!
Of course, you can also head out to the rest of New York State. Catch the last of the autumn leaves in Finger Lakes, maybe? Head to the Hamptons to rub shoulders with the rich and famous? Go off-grid hiking the Catskills?
Extending your New York City stay is never a bad idea, especially when you can contrast the bustle of the Big Apple with the serenity accessible across so much of the state.
Are you ready to fly Air New Zealand service to New York? Speak to your favourite travel advisor today or visit airnewzealand.com.au.
Agents, read this
The GDS has been updated, and it’s good to go with Air New Zealand’s year-round New York schedule and fares. This means you can book your clients right now on the Big Apple trip of their dreams! Right now!
For more information, log in to duo or visit airnzagent.com.au.
