Prices have been available for round trips within the last 48 hours and may not be currently available. The airline has begun reconfiguring its boeing longhaul fleet. Air new zealand reveals details of economy skynest lie. First refitted air new zealand boeing 777300er returns to. Every airline, even very successful ones, make mistakes, and the air nz. The reclinerstyle seats are covered in leather, and are particularly. At the time of booking, you can request your seat to make sure you get the perfect.
The premium economy spaceseat is another great innovative development from air nz, but its a shame that it appears that the economics of the seat just dont stack up for the. Air nz poised to swap custom premium economy spaceseat. Air canada is another airline that is committed to expanding its premium economy class fares across its routes. I have heard that these bucket seats are being discontinuing dont know whether this is correct but i would certainly reconsider travelling p e if i was. The move would be a climbdown for air new zealand but a smart climbdown. Feb 01, 2016 the air new zealand spaceseat must be the best premium economy in the world. The seats in the 777200er are among the most generous in size and very comfortable. Prices quoted above are from prices only in usd and are based on a per flight sector basis. The first air new zealand boeing 777300 to undergo a full internal refit zkokm msn 38405 has returned to service after spending six weeks in singapore. Experience air nz new long haul economy cabin class flying to north and south america. Make yourself at home in a luxuriously soft and roomy leather armchair, browse our inflight entertainment, catch up on work, or relax and enjoy our famous kiwi cuisine.
For the premium economy seating on the 787, air new zealand discarded the spaceseat design used on the 777300 and went with the same basic model used by cathay pacific. Air new zealand premium economy spaceseat air travel. A premium economy fare is generally 65% less expensive than a business class fare. Air new zealand seat select international flight tripadvisor. When you book a premium economy ticket with air canada, youll reap the following benefits. Relax in style with air new zealands premium economy. Air new zealand announced in 2016 that their fleet of 7 x 777300 aircraft would undergo a full internal refit during 2017 to align the hard product with that already present on their boeing 777200 and boeing 7879 dreamliner aircraft. The global airline industry offers dozens of different premium economy classes, from air france to air china to air new zealand. Dubbed the economy skynest, the new cabin section is. The seats were the same as any economy seat and priority boarding was never mentioned on either flight. Add that to the extra choices and exclusive privileges, brought together by the awardwinning service you love, all. Dubbed the economy skynest, the new cabin section is the culmination of input from hundreds. I want to book an economy flight from san francisco to auckland and then back christchurchto aucklandto san francisco for two people. Generally speaking, premium economy is 30 per cent more expensive than economy and 70 per cent cheaper than business class.
Fares listed may be basic economy, which is our most restrictive fare option and subject to additional restrictions. These seats are indicated in blue outline on our seat map. In terms of space and amenities, these two classes are very different with business class offering up to 50% more legroom, significantly greater recline, more substantial legrests and headrests, and superior food and wine offerings. Its a somewhat new concept and many airlines dont have it. Or just a human thinking about a trip to new zealand and australia. While our original booking was seat only we knew that the flight was. Add that to the extra choices and exclusive privileges, brought together by the awardwinning service you love, all you have left to do is sit back, relax, and smile. Stretch out and relax in our awardwinning premium economy cabin, with luxurious levels of space and attentive service. Air new zealand reveals details of economy skynest lie flat. Power ports are in every business premier suite as well as each premium economy seat. Select your seat in advance, get more space or a better location on air new.
Although it means that the person in front isnt impinging on your space, it also reduces your legroom and knee room. Since its introduction anz has also launched an alternative premium economy product on its refurbished b777200 and newer b787 aircraft, configured 242 and 232 respectively. Feb 25, 2020 air new zealand has unveiled innovative new designs for lieflat bunks in coach. After flying to auckland and getting nothing, we tried to cancel the seating for the return trip and were told it was nonrefundable. If it makes sense for your travel plans, you should grab the chance to try it out before it goes. Air new zealand unveils innovative lieflat economy skynest. Air new zealand premium economy spaceseat air travel forum. The air new zealand spaceseat must be the best premium economy in the world. Premium economy spaceseat really stretch out and relax. Standard economy seat pitch on air nz s widebody fleet starts from 31 inches, while its premium economy seats have a 41inch pitch. The cabins on that flight are definitely looking a bit dated, and the pe wasnt that great when i last took it two years.
Youll find frequent flyer premium seating towards the front of our cabins on most air new zealand flights. Upgrade to premium economy on select international flights beginning late. What to expect from air new zealands premium economy. I want to book an economy flight from san francisco to auckland and then back christchurch to aucklandto san francisco for two people. Air new zealand showcases its boeing 777300 premium. Air new zealands skycouch put to the test traveller. Nov 29, 2019 air new zealands 777300er features a 242 premium economy cabin. Every airline, even very successful ones, make mistakes, and the air nz space seat premium economy was a case in point. Air new zealand unveils innovative lieflat economy.
You may have access to free standard seating as part of your fare or airpoints status. The extra space and luxury the stateoftheart spaceseat provides ensures the journey is. Sky couch sounds great in theory you get special seats in a row of 3 that have fold up footrests that fill the space between your seat and the next row up. Enter your booking reference and family name below. Prices quoted above are from prices only in australian dollars and are based on a per flight sector basis. Youll also enjoy a luxury leather seat with more personal space and delicious. Flying air new zealands spaceseat premium economy across the tasman. The premium economy spaceseat is another great innovative development from air nz, but its a shame that it appears that the economics of the seat just dont stack up for the airline. Heres their briefing at a press event this week in auckland, new. Make yourself at home in a luxuriously soft and roomy leather armchair, browse our inflight entertainment, catch up. Air new zealand will ditch the unique premium economy spaceseat of its boeing 777300er fleet in favour of the more conventional seat flown on its boeing 7879 dreamliners below.
The airline hopes to roll out the new seat from early next year and says it could charge. Premium economy class more space, more free baggage, more service longhaul flights in premium economy class offer plenty of comforts. Does anyone know if air nz has recently or is planning on refurbishing the old 777200s they use from yvr to akl. Air new zealands new economy stretch seat to offer four. Jan 27, 2010 for an economy seat, this is pretty slick. Air new zealand announced an entirely new concept for their premium economy seats.
Air new zealand ditches its premium economy spaceseat. Air new zealand has confirmed it is to scrap its premium economy spaceseat which currently features on seven of the carriers b777300 aircraft. Air new zealand to discontinue premium economy spaceseat. Each seat features an individual tv with audio and video ondemand. Air nz photo of the space seat for premium economy making it look real good. Seated in an intimate and private cabin, youll enjoy the benefits of flying premium with dedicated checkin, priority boarding, a well thought out seat design with indulgent touches to make you feel at home plus a refreshed menu and extensive wine list. Air new zealand has revealed details of a prototype new economy lie flat seat. Air new zealand has unveiled innovative new designs for lieflat bunks in coach. Jun 25, 20 air nz photo of the space seat for premium economy making it look real good. If reports out of new zealand are correct, the kiwi national carrier is to exchange its custom angled spaceseat premium economy product for a more standard zodiac seat. Air new zealands innovative premium economy seating.
This plane has no business class or premium economy seats. The amount of recline is actually less than the old version of air new zealand s premium economy seats. These seats, whee the outboard pairs of the 222 layout face the. Flights from new zealand get uniteds best fares today. Getting out from a window seat when passengers in front of you were in a recline position was awful we were travelling premium economy but it felt like economy the seats seemed very narrow. On longhaul flights, passengers receive extensive meal choices and complimentary beverage service. The skycouch footrests lock into position to create a flat surface passengers can stretch out on. Air nz remedies one of its rare mistakes drops space seats. The airline has dubbed the product an economy skynest and is the result of three years of air new zealand.
Is it worth paying extra for premium economy when flying. Seat select booking options book air new zealand uk. Air new zealand reveals plans to change the shape of its. On every seat was a headphone set, pillow and large thick. Its that small cabin that sits between business and economy class that we, the travelling public know the least about. Air new zealand seat select international flight new. Air new zealand is reconfiguring its widebody fleet with a new seat product called economy stretch that will offer more legroom than a standard. Seat select is only available on air new zealand operated flights and all seat select types are subject to availability. Air new zealands new premium economy seat design, the spaceseat. Select your seat in advance, get more space or a better location on air new zealand operated flights. Passengers can enjoy a cocoon of comfort and privacy that is unique to air new zealands premium economy spaceseat. Hope that helps, always difficult to give a value judgment unless you can see the fare difference. Aug 22, 2016 air new zealand has confirmed it is to scrap its premium economy spaceseat which currently features on seven of the carriers b777300 aircraft.
Air new zealand premium economy air travel forum tripadvisor. Air nz premium economy on this route has about a 42 seat pitch, but the seats in front dont recline into your space. Singapore airlines premium economy cabin is one of four seating. I want to book an economy flight from san francisco to auckland and then back. Premium economy is available on all boeing 777200, 777300 and 7879 long haul services operated by air new zealand. Air new zealand premium economy spaceseat transtasman. Air new zealands description states that the economy skycouch is a row of three economy class seats that together create a flexible space for whatever you want it to be an area to relax and stretch out in, or for the kids to use as a play area. So im sure this has probably been posted before at some stage, im new here so was hoping one of you frequest flyers could help me. In an exclusive, spacious, 242 cabin, our premium economy class seats are designed with greater width of up to 19. As noted above, there are preferred seats that carry a charge due to extra spacelocation etc. Additional baggage charges and fees for other optional service may apply. Seat select travel extras book air new zealand australia. All of the seats have footrests, not just the first row of the cabin as is so often the case with other airlines.
Comfort, entertainment and great cuisine arrive refreshed with economy. Consequently, youll enjoy a relaxed flight to your destination and will be able to head off for some sightseeing or start your meeting as soon as you arrive. Air nzs new seat select extralegroom system explained. Air new zealand preferred seating new zealand forum. The kiwi airline today confirmed a move thats long been expected, which will boost the number of premium economy seats on the boeing 777s from 44 to 54.
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