Air New Zealand is ushering in 2026 with a significant New Year Sale, running from 7 to 19 January. The sale features some of the airline's lowest fares of the year, covering domestic, Australian, Pacific Island, North American, and Asian destinations. This initiative aims to encourage New Zealanders to set their travel plans in motion early in the year.
Scott Wilkinson, Air New Zealand's Chief Commercial Officer, highlighted the sale's purpose: "If you've been waiting for a sign to book flights to the destination you've been dreaming about, this is it! With every destination across our network on sale, we're helping Kiwi customers kick off the year with a plan and a boarding pass."
The sale includes domestic fares starting at $69 one way, with routes such as Auckland to Gisborne and Christchurch to Dunedin. Trunk routes like Auckland to Wellington and Auckland to Christchurch are available from $79. For those eyeing a trip to Australia, fares begin at $215 for flights from Auckland or Christchurch to Brisbane.
Pacific Island destinations are also part of the offer, with fares starting at $228 for flights to Nadi. North American routes, including Auckland to Los Angeles, are available from $599, whilst Asian destinations such as Shanghai can be booked from $529.
The sale provides an opportunity for travellers to secure affordable trips, whether for reunions, adventures, or well-deserved breaks. Sale fares are available until 19 January, subject to availability and conditions.
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