Report backed by airlines tears into plan to lengthen airport's runway, saying it would be a waste of money and a drain on the economy.

Airlines are flocking to New Zealand and piling on new capacity to serve a travel boom in what's being called a new golden age in air travel.

Virgin Australia has benefited from falling fuel prices and better performance to boost first half profits despite taking a hit on its Bali flights.

Hot competition has pushed air fares to the United States down to the lowest ever offered.

Boeing has announced the full integration of its Electronic Logbook in a move that will improve operational efficiency and reliability.

Falling air fares are fueling a surge in global air travel.

Air New Zealand has announced it will spend big on a partnership with an European aircraft manufacturer.

Kiwis are among the most active flyers in the world and they are willing to pay to fly with a full stomach and are very keen to dress down.

David Hall, Jetstar chief executive of Australia and New Zealand, said his airline's operating model and competition would keep fares low.

The airline adds Nelson and Wellington; Palmerston North and Auckland, and New Plymouth and Auckland flights from today.

Air New Zealand chief Christopher Luxon says the referendum gives this country an opportunity to stand out globally.

Travellers nationwide are snapping up cheap overseas flights after Air New Zealand cut airfares to several popular destinations this week.

Emirates has changed the aviation game in New Zealand by announcing it will fly to Dubai without stopping in Australia.

Ultra-longhaul flight will take 17 hours.

AirAsia X promising cut-price fares from Auckland that it used to launch services to the Gold Coast and will offer low cost flights to Bali and Thailand in winter.

More than 200 trips to Los Angeles, San Francisco, Houston, Tokyo and Shanghai bought today after Grabaseat offered return trips for less than $1,000.

Qatar Airways to launch new route from Doha to Auckland that will become the longest flight in the world.

Air New Zealand is offering return fares to the US for under $1000.

Flying is about to get substantially cheaper, the head of Air New Zealand says.

Airline launches a campaign encouraging people to apply for positions as part of their cabin crew.

Middle Eastern carrier Qatar Airways has plans to fly to New Zealand.

Disney has some very special no-fly restrictions over its parks. Now it wants them relaxed - so it can film itself.

Auckland Airport is embarking on one of its biggest projects since opening 50 years ago.

Auckland Airport is building space for passengers to chill out and sort out their belongings after passing through security screening.

The introduction of new standard will have a significant impact on the balance sheets of some companies.

Singapore Airlines has confirmed it will fly between Wellington and Canberra from September with a service it's naming 'Capital Express'.