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Air New Zealand Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes
Air New Zealand Fare Classes — What Each Ticket Includes — Summary
Every Air New Zealand fare brand compared: what is included, what is restricted, and which cheap fare ends up costing more once you add a bag.
Key Travel Facts & Insights
- Economy Seat: Includes: A checked bag on long-haul.
- Economy Skycouch: Includes: A row of three seats converting to a flat surface, bought as an add-on for one or two passengers.
- Business Premier: Includes: A lie-flat seat, two checked pieces and lounge access.
- Cabins on board: Air New Zealand operates: Economy, Economy Skycouch, Premium Economy, Business Premier..
Economy Seat
Includes: A checked bag on long-haul. Watch out for: Restricted changes and no refund on the cheapest fares.
Economy Skycouch
Includes: A row of three seats converting to a flat surface, bought as an add-on for one or two passengers. Watch out for: Must be purchased in advance and is subject to availability — it sells out on popular dates.
Business Premier
Includes: A lie-flat seat, two checked pieces and lounge access. Watch out for: Business Premier Luxe with a door is on newer 787-9 aircraft only.
Cabins on board
Air New Zealand operates: Economy, Economy Skycouch, Premium Economy, Business Premier.
How fare choice affects baggage
One cabin bag up to 7 kg (15 lbs) plus a personal item in Economy; two pieces totalling 14 kg in premium cabins. US routes allow one or two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy depending on fare — check your specific fare.
How fare choice affects changes
Cheapest fares are restricted; flexible fares change free plus fare difference.
Air New Zealand fare classes explained — common questions
What is the cheapest Air New Zealand fare and what does it exclude?
Economy Seat. Includes: A checked bag on long-haul. Restriction: Restricted changes and no refund on the cheapest fares.
Which Air New Zealand fare includes a checked bag?
US routes allow one or two checked pieces of 23 kg in Economy depending on fare — check your specific fare.
More Air New Zealand help
Booking Air New Zealand? Talk to a US travel consultant.
Fare rules, baggage allowances and change policies differ by route and fare brand. Our consultants confirm the exact terms attached to your itinerary before you pay — and handle the change or refund if plans move.