Australians flying to New Zealand will certainly have “enhanced travel options” when going across the Tasman adhering to a bargain in between Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand.
Passengers taking a trip to locations such as Auckland and Christchurch will certainly have the ability to publication trips from Monday under the brand-new codeshare arrangement.
Under the offer, tourists will certainly have the ability to straight publication Virgin Australia trips run by Air New Zealand with a Virgin Australian trip number.
The offer influences trips taking a trip from Sydney, Melbourne and various other Australian cities right into Auckland, Wellington, and Christchurch.
Virgin Australia primary approach and change police officer Alistair Hartley claimed the collaboration would certainly offer clients better accessibility to New Zealand locations.
“The connection between Australia and New Zealand has always been deeper than just a stretch of ocean, and our new partnership celebrates that enduring bond,” he claimed.
“This codeshare agreement isn’t just about flights – it’s about creating seamless travel experiences that give Virgin Australia customers more ways to explore and adventure.
“We’re committed to delivering unprecedented network coverage, loyalty rewards and travel flexibility that make crossing borders as easy as crossing the street.”
Air New Zealand basic supervisor Australia Kathryn O’Brien claimed the offer additionally made it less complicated for Kiwis living in Australia to “make the short hop across the ditch”.
“Whether it’s a weekend with friends and family, a business trip … this partnership seamlessly opens up more opportunities and destinations across New Zealand,” she claimed.
Virgin Australia visitors and Velocity Frequent Flyer participants will certainly additionally be qualified for advantages and benefits on Virgin Australia trips run by Air New Zealand.
The offer implies those trips will certainly sign up with solutions currently run by the Richard Branson- started airline company from Australian to Queenstown.