Quantcast

Air New Zealand announces new Christchurch-Adelaide seasonal route starting October

GLOBAL INDUSTRY NEWS
Airline Stocks Led The Travel Industry's Record 2024 Rally. Here's What's Next.
It’s beginning to look like another record for holiday travel
Qatar Airways cleans up at the World Travel Awards
Qantas engineers walk off job on one of the busiest travel days of the year
South Korea to safeguard competition after Korean Air, Asiana merger
China Southern returns to Adelaide
Global Airline Industry Revenues Forecast To Top $1 Trillion For First Time In 2025
EasyJet to launch six new routes from the UK next year with £24 flights
Here's Why Analysts Say It's a Good Time to Buy Airline Stocks
A No-Frills Airline Is Getting Into the Premium Game
TAKING OFF: Major airline introduces new inflight service rules with less time to order your drinks
2 Delta flight attendants fail breathalyzer test before flight to JFK
EasyJet reveals plans for new flights from regional UK airport next summer
Airlines not switching quickly enough to green jet fuel, study says
Alaska Airlines tech issue briefly grounds planes in Seattle, disrupts bookings on Cyber Monday
US Senate panel criticizes rising airline seat fees, will call execs to testify
Spirit’s Demise Is a Lesson in ‘Airline-o-nomics’
Inside BA’s new first-class suites: £800 an hour for most private seat
Focus: US airline flight crews confident and angry as unions seek richer contracts
Hawaiian Airlines Eliminates Widebody Route Amid Alaska Airlines Merger
US budget airlines are struggling. Will pursuing premium passengers solve their problems?
Delta CEO says the Trump administration will reverse government ‘overreach’ seen under Biden
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy: How will it affect your travel plans?
British Airways yet to identify cause of latest IT meltdown
Delta Airlines Will Start Serving Shake Shack Cheeseburgers Next Month
United Sees Nearly 30% Surge in Travel to European Christmas Markets
Budget airline Israir to launch flights between Israel and NY, ending wartime monopoly by flagship carrier El Al
Asia's airlines blame supply chain woes for disrupted operations
Qantas and Qatar Airways: Planned partnership in the Australian aviation industry under the microscope
Spirit Airlines delays release of Q3 financial results as debt restructuring talks heat up
Global Industry News
Air New Zealand announces new Christchurch-Adelaide seasonal route starting October
Policy
Webp 828jfksxhl3as3hguelzdqvt84tp
Mike Williams Chief Transformation and Alliances Officer | Air New Zealand

Air New Zealand is set to introduce a new seasonal route connecting Christchurch and Adelaide, offering travelers a direct link between the South Island of New Zealand and South Australia. The service will commence on October 27, 2025, and run twice weekly until March 27, 2026. Tickets for this route will be available for purchase starting at 10 am tomorrow.

The airline plans to operate the flights on Mondays and Fridays using a narrowbody Airbus jet, providing approximately 15,000 seats throughout the season. Fares for the journey start at $340 one way.

Greg Foran, Chief Executive Officer of Air New Zealand, emphasized the significance of this new service in the airline's growth strategy. "We know there's strong demand for direct services between the South Island and Australia – not just for Kiwi travellers wanting to explore, but also to welcome more Australian tourists directly into the heart of the South Island," he stated.

Get the Newsletter
Sign-up to receive weekly round up of news from Sky Industry News
Subscribe
By submitting, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By providing your phone number you are opting in and consenting to receive recurring SMS/MMS messages, including automated texts, to that number from our short code. Msg & data rates may apply. Reply HELP for help, STOP to end. SMS opt-in will not be sold, rented, or shared.

Foran highlighted that this route offers greater convenience for both South Islanders traveling to Australia and Australians visiting New Zealand. He noted that it provides easier access to destinations such as Queenstown and Fiordland as well as renowned food and wine regions in New Zealand.

"Air New Zealand is entering an exciting new era. It's exciting to see growth in our short haul network, and customers can expect more good news on increased services in the near future. We're looking forward to welcoming more travellers onboard this summer," Foran added.

In addition to this new route, Air New Zealand continues its operations with four to six weekly services between Auckland and Adelaide.

Tickets can be booked from airnewzealand.co.nz starting tomorrow morning.

Flight Details:

- Route: Christchurch (CHC) – Adelaide (ADL)

- Seasonal Period: First flight from CHC on October 27, 2025 – last flight from CHC on March 27, 2026

- Frequency: Twice weekly (Monday and Friday)

- Aircraft: Narrowbody Airbus jet (A320/321 neo)

- Seats Available: Approximately 15,000 across the season

*Subject to Regulatory Approval

Organizations Included in this History
Air New Zealand
More News

Alaska Airlines adds two cities and expands West Coast network with new routes

Alaska Airlines has announced a significant expansion of its route network for 2026, with plans to introduce service to two new cities and launch 13 new or returning routes.

Oct 25, 2025

Delta partners with chef José Andrés for new in-flight meals beginning November

Delta Air Lines will introduce new in-flight menu options created by celebrity chef José Andrés starting November 4.

Oct 25, 2025

TPG reviews award pricing after launch of Blue Sky partnership between JetBlue and United

The Blue Sky partnership between United Airlines and JetBlue launched today, allowing members of both airlines’ loyalty programs to earn and redeem points across the two carriers.

Oct 25, 2025

Air Canada announces major US route expansion from Toronto’s Billy Bishop airport

Air Canada is set to expand its presence at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) by introducing four new nonstop routes to the United States in 2026.

Oct 25, 2025

United Airlines adds 10 destinations from Chicago after winning airport gate dispute

United Airlines has announced it will add 10 new destinations from its Chicago O'Hare International Airport hub starting next year.

Oct 25, 2025

United Airlines and JetBlue launch Blue Sky partnership allowing cross-earning and redemption of rewards

The partnership between United Airlines and JetBlue, known as Blue Sky, has officially launched.

Oct 25, 2025

Aviation Comments
Loading...

No comments available.

Trending
1

Flying Food Group's SFO Facility hosts successful Breast Cancer Awareness Day with community support

2

Flying Food Group awards scholarships to five applicants in 2025

3

Flying Food Group HR manager on wage increases: 'Unite Here has still not responded to Flying Food Group'

4

Flying Food Group directs all taxable income to Chicago-based Sue L. Gin Foundation Trust

5

Fair Work Commission awards $36,468 to former dnata worker over unfair dismissal