Air New Zealand Adds Six International Routes in 2026
Four Christchurch services lead a six-route international expansion as returning Boeing 787-9 capacity gives Air New Zealand room to rebuild its network.
Air New Zealand
IATA: NZ
ICAO: ANZ
Callsign: NEW ZEALAND
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Airline Information
| Country | New Zealand (NZ) |
|---|---|
| Type | Scheduled |
| IATA Code | NZ |
| ICAO Code | ANZ |
| Callsign | NEW ZEALAND |
| Hub Airport | AKL — Auckland International |
| Fleet Size | 115 aircraft |
| Average Fleet Age | 10.7 years |
| Founded | 1940 |
| Status | Active |
| Low-Cost Carrier | No |
Fleet Composition (46 aircraft)
| Aircraft Type | Count | Engine | Avg Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| |||
| ▶ Airbus A318/A319/A32 | 23 | JET | 9.2 yrs |
| |||
| ▶ Boeing 777 | 13 | JET | 8.8 yrs |
| ▶ Boeing 767 | 5 | JET | 21.8 yrs |
| |||
| ▶ Boeing 787 | 5 | JET | 3.0 yrs |
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