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UK travel: Airport workers set to strike at Heathrow over busy summer travel months
A union member said strike action will continue until they get a "fair pay offer".
Dogfight: Why airlines and Auckland Airport are back at war over pricing
After a brief rapprochement during the pandemic, the fight is back on.
Frenemies unite: Air NZ, Qantas slam Auckland Airport price hikes
Transtasman rivals unite in hopes of putting the skids on big fee hike.
Airfare pain: Auckland Airport hikes charges for airlines
Airport boss says big capital works are needed. This means travellers will pay.
That sucks: Bedbug outbreak closes part of major Hawiian airport
The tiny pests have a reputation for ruining holidays - but do they turn up in airports?
'Should be fired': Opposition hits out after revelations Michael Wood was asked to sell shares 12 times
“He has effectively thumbed his nose at the Cabinet Office for two and a half years."
Skynest the best: Air NZ sleeping pods take top global award
The prestigious global award dubbed Oscars of airline interiors
Barry Soper: There should be no coming back for Michael Wood
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'Crisis in the making' 216 passengers on San Francisco flight diverted to Russia
US citizens are believed to be among the 216 passengers trapped in the Russian airport.
Airfare relief: Jetstar slashes price of 50,000 tickets
Airline also explains why its network has been plagued by delays.
PM asking questions over Transport Minister's airport shares blunder
Wood had an interest in Auckland Airport while he was the minister overseeing aviation.
Qantas v Air New Zealand to New York: Who wins?
The wing tip to wing tip battle goes to new lengths with marathon flights from Auckland.
Watch: Flying Business Class on Hawaiian Airlines from Auckland to Honolulu
You'll be paying around five times an economy fare - what do you get for that?
Watch: Herald Business Traveller review of Hawaiian Airlines Business Class
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The generation gap: Study reveals difference between Boomers' and Millennials' airline choices
Which generation is most concerned about sustainability when flying?
5 Questions an Air NZ flight attendant hears most often
From noodle cups to spare pens, a crew member reveals the most common queries.
Airlines goodies: Are the good times rolling again for passengers?
New product rollouts a sign airlines are making money again and that's good for passengers
26 million bags mishandled in 2022, report finds
One country was revealed to have the highest rate of mishandling bags.
Jetstar is giving away free flights for a year but there's a catch
Travellers may think twice after hearing the competition caveat.
Qantas introduces Rebecca Vallance pyjamas for New York flights
Qantas lays on the glamour to introduce Rebecca Vallance pyjamas for New York flights. NZ Herald's Grant Bradley travelled to Sydney courtesy of Qantas Airlines. Video / Grant Bradley
Pyjama party: Qantas launches new weapon in battle to fill flights to New York
The Australian airline will start Auckland-New York flights on June 14.
Air NZ named best airline in the world, but CEO says there's still work to be done
On a scale of 1 to 10, Foran says Air NZ is currently “a six”.
Who’s the best employer to work for? NZ’s top 20 organisations revealed
HR specialist Randstad releases its latest Employer Brand Research.
Air NZ scaling a 'weighty' issue: Passengers to stand on scale at Auckland Airport
Step up to the scales before that holiday.
Airline bans sale of emergency seats after door-opening chaos
The terrifying act prompted the airline to act fast.
Experts concerned Europe summer travel could be as chaotic as last year
Worker strikes and technical glitches are 'cause for concern' says IATA.
How to prepare your home before you leave for a holiday
Your jet-lagged, grumpy future self will thank you for completing these tasks.
'Hypocrisy': Environment Ministry boss flies to Wellington once a week
The ministry has come under fire again for its air travel emissions.
Captain of aircraft offers in-person apology for travel delay to passengers
A passenger posted a clip to Twitter claiming the whole cabin was treated to free drinks.
Picking winners: The tourism companies tipped to bounce back from $9b wipeout
The climb out of the pandemic will be harder for some companies.
Suite life: Return of Singapore Airlines' superjumbo brings back ultra-luxury
Flights to Christchurch are being boosted with hope more capacity will keep airfares down.
Airline crew sacked for discriminating against this kind of traveller
'There is no compromise for such violations,' - Cathay Pacific CEO.