Air New Zealand launches new Christchurch to Adelaide seasonal service

StuffNZ HeraldTuesday 28 October 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Air New Zealand has commenced a seasonal flight service between Christchurch and Adelaide. The new route will offer approximately 15,000 seats using Airbus aircraft. This service arrives as Qantas prepares to launch its own weekly flights from Auckland to Adelaide.

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First reported by Stuff, Tue 28 Oct 2025, 3:30pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 2 hours
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