Fort Lauderdale – September 23, 2026 -- Air New Zealand has partnered with Business-Class.com to give premium travelers advisor-led booking support for long-haul flights to New Zealand, Australia, and the South Pacific.
Advisors gain direct access to compare cabin options and fare conditions before booking
Through the partnership, Business-Class.com's travel advisors will help customers compare cabin layouts, routing, connection times, and fare flexibility on Air New Zealand flights, with Air New Zealand managing the onboard experience. The service includes concierge-level support for trip modifications and 24/7 assistance.
Airline flies to Auckland from six North American gateways
Air New Zealand operates flights to Auckland from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, Honolulu, New York, and Vancouver, positioning Auckland as a connecting hub for onward travel across New Zealand, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. As a Star Alliance member, Air New Zealand links travelers to more than 1,000 destinations across the alliance, with benefits including checked-through baggage, coordinated schedules, and reciprocal lounge access.
Partnership ties into Air New Zealand's Business Premier Luxe cabin rollout
The deal aligns with Air New Zealand's investment in premium long-haul product, notably Business Premier Luxe, described as its most private and spacious long-haul cabin to date. Both Business Premier Luxe and Business Premier feature menus highlighting New Zealand cuisine and wine.
"Premium travel is about more than just the seat, and the details matter way before the traveler ever boards the aircraft,