INFORMATIONALMar 26, 2024The World's Top 5 Longest Flights to Australia and New ZealandMultiple airlines offer ultra-long-haul flights to Australia and New Zealand to accommodate high demand among international travelers. Eight of the world's 20 longest nonstop routes by distance involve four destinations: Auckland (AKL), Melbourne (MEL), Perth (PER), and Sydney (SYD). These are the world's longest flights serving Australia and New Zealand.Read More →
NEWSMar 12, 202450 Injured on LATAM Flight From Sydney to Auckland After Technical IssueAt least 50 people were injured onboard a flight from Sydney (SYD) to Auckland (AKL) operated by Chilean airline LATAM. The incident was caused by a technical issue that resulted in the aircraft suddenly losing altitude. Read More →
NEWSJun 01, 2023Air New Zealand to Weigh Passengers Before BoardingBetween May 29 and July 2, 2023, Air New Zealand will be administering a voluntary study in which passengers willing to participate will be weighed. The weight data taken from passengers will be used towards improving aircraft efficiency and range. The data taken from passengers will remain anonymous to respect and protect passengers' privacy. Read More →
ROUTESMay 10, 2023Qatar Airways to Resume Auckland ServiceAn analysis of the newly-announced resumption of Qatar Airways nonstop service to Auckland, New Zealand. This service resumes in September 2023.Read More →
NEWSApr 18, 2023Air Canada to Boost Australia and New Zealand NetworkThe Canadian carrier Air Canada has strengthened its Pacific network by adding capacity to Australian and New Zealand cities with its boring 787-9 Dreamliner.Read More →
ROUTESAug 24, 2022Qantas to Launch Fifth Longest Route in the World: Auckland to New YorkOn Thursday, Qantas Airways announced its return to New York's JFK, unveiling a new route from Sydney to New York via Auckland. The route will compete directly with its Trans-Oceanic neighbor, Air New Zealand.Read More →
ROUTESFeb 10, 2021Government Approves New Routes to ChinaThe CAAC has approved the launch of several new routes to and from China.Read More →