Virgin Australia and Air NZ apply for Tasman code-share

Virgin Australia and Air NZ are submitting an application for authorisation to both the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission and the New Zealand Ministry of Transport to enter into a unilateral trans-Tasman codeshare agreement.

In a statement, VA said "This codeshare agreement, if authorised, will give Virgin Australia customers direct access to Air New Zealand flights into Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch allowing them to reach more of Aotearoa. It will create more opportunities for Velocity members to earn and redeem points across the Tasman and give eligible Velocity members lounge access when flying between Australia and New Zealand."

Virgin Australia Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer Alistair Hartley says “This codeshare agreement would complement Virgin Australia’s popular direct Queenstown services by expanding our trans-Tasman footprint with a world-class partner airline our customers know and love. New Zealand is the most popular overseas destination for Australian travellers, making this a great addition to our international network offering.”

Air NZ Chief Transformation and Alliances Officer Mike Williams says “Air New Zealand is looking forward to welcoming Virgin Australia’s customers onboard and to help them discover more of our beautiful country.”

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