Thursday, July 4, 2024 Air New Zealand is preparing to welcome nearly half a million travellers on its domestic network over the July school holidays as travellers to make the most of a mid-winter getaway. Air New Zealand Chief Operating Officer, Alex Marren says the airline has added thousands more seats across its operation this July to help connect Kiwis with each other. There is an impressive demand for travel across Aotearoa over the school holiday period.
To help get customers where they need to be, Air New Zealand added 30,000 seats across 240 domestic flights. That means they have nearly half a million customers expected to travel with them from Friday 5 July until Sunday 21July. “The next two weeks aren’t just going to be a busy time in the air, but in our airports as well, and our teams are gearing up to ensure our customers’ journeys are as smooth as possible.
“If you’re travelling with little ones, or if you’re carrying some extra winter gear, allow yourself plenty of time to check in, drop your bags and make your way to the gate. “The weather at this time of year can also cause disruption, so we recommend customers download the Air New Zealand app for the latest updates on their flight. Of course, it’s always a good idea to purchase travel insurance to ensure you’re protected in the event of a weather-related disruption.
” Topping the list of school holiday hotspots is Queenstown, with 31,000 customers heading to the beloved winter destination..
