Air New Zealand is the national airline of New Zealand, which was founded in 1940. The airline operates flights to various destinations in New Zealand, Australia, the Pacific Islands, Asia, North America, and Europe. Its main hub is at Auckland Airport.
Air New Zealand has a fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners, Airbus A320s, and A321neos. The airline offers three classes of service: Economy, Premium Economy, and Business Premier. In addition, the airline also operates a regional subsidiary called Air Nelson, which operates flights within New Zealand.
Air New Zealand has won several awards for its service, including the Airline of the Year award at the 2010, 2012, and 2014 Airline Excellence Awards. The airline is known for its innovative approach to customer service, including its Skycouch seating, which allows passengers to turn three economy seats into a flat surface.
Air New Zealand has codeshare agreements with several airlines, including United Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific, allowing passengers to connect to more destinations worldwide. The airline also has a frequent flyer program called Airpoints, which allows members to earn points on flights and redeem them for flights, upgrades, and other rewards.