Meth for Christmas: Canadian arrested for allegedly smuggling drug concealed as gift in carry-on
Customs arrested the 29-year-old at Auckland International Airport on Sunday.
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Air NZ flight out of Auckland struck by lightning during last night's storm
The plane was hit by lightning 20 minutes after takeoff and returned to NZ.
Tempers flare after Qatar Airways flight to Auckland diverted to Maldives
Passengers left waiting in Maldives terminal after plane diverts from its destination.
New way to cut check-in time by 13 minutes at AKL Airport
Travel like a pro by using this system.
Auckland Council to sell remaining stake in Auckland Airport
Its 9.7% stake is worth $1.3 billion on current prices.
CAA tried to keep secret an NZ airports audit revealing susceptibility to terrorism, drug trafficking
The CAA's released details of a security audit after an investigation by the Ombudsman.
Insider threat: Overhaul follows revelations of airport security flaws
International investigators found NZ didn't meet standards. Video / Carson Bluck / Mark Mitchell / Ben Dickens
Authority seeks eyewitnesses after Air NZ mayday incident
TAIC probes Air NZ flight NZ240's mayday; witnesses urged to report unusual events.
Markets with Madison: Auckland Airport
The country’s largest gateway is replacing its 60-year-old domestic jet terminal. Is it an infrastructure play or a real economic boost?
Air NZ Wellington to Sydney flight diverted to Auckland
The flight was diverted to Auckland.
'Wasn't detected': Stowaway hides in flight from New York to Paris
The stowaway bypassed identity verification and boarding status stations at JFK Airport.
Major queues at Auckland Airport after traveller evades screening process
All passengers had to be rescreened.
Watch: Auckland Airport's $70m runway light switch
About 600 LED lights replace halogen system.
Take off: Company's 10-month search for new CEO over
A new CEO has finally been announced for Hawke's Bay Airport.
Auckland Airport makes the switch
Auckland Airport is the first in the country to have LED lights for low visibility landings. Video / Auckland Airport
Wellington Airport overhaul: The warning from airlines
Non-stop flights to more destinations from the capital now on the radar .
Wellington Airport’s big runway project set to shake up international travel
The runway will be able to handle direct flights to Asia in a $500m redevelopment.
Portugal flight grounded after 132 animals break free during flight
Ground crew had to catch every creature before the plane could depart.
‘Spider smuggler’ straps hundreds of tarantulas to his body
Man's ‘swollen stomach area' reveals '300 spiders, 100 centipedes and nine stinging ants'.
Frustration for runners as Air NZ, Jetstar cancel Queenstown flights on eve of marathon
The flights were carrying hundreds of athletes ahead of Saturday morning’s race.
'Strange and sophisticated': All the new ways drugs are being smuggled into NZ
Customs say concealment methods by drug traffickers are increasing in sophistication.
'Urgent' issue for business travellers revealed in Rotorua survey
Rotorua Airport and Air NZ say they are working to address challenges.
Inside Air NZ's biggest build
The hangar at Auckland Airport is one of the biggest made of wood. Video / Dean Purcell
Buckle up, check exits: Every Air NZ safety video ranked and reviewed
We travel back to where it all began, with a near-naked crew covered in body paint.
What every plane arriving at Auckland Airport is worth to New Zealand
New study outlines the importance of air links to the country.
'Chaos' at Auckland Airport as Coldplay fans descend on city; security scanner out of service
Air NZ said it was shaping up to be the busiest week of the year for its domestic network.
'Cloak of secrecy': Aviation leaders accuse CAA of covert restructure
The Herald understands 85-110 positions at the CAA could be disestablished.
Should you play Check-in Chicken? TikTok boarding hack really works
Better seats open up if you wait until departure time, but don’t get too close.
Man allegedly punches fellow passenger on Wellington-Sydney flight
Police arrested the 25-year-old Thai man shortly after he disembarked.
Market conditions 'challenging': Downer NZ pushes up revenue, profit
Downer-owned Hawkins won the new $800m Auckland Airport contract, announced in September.
Two women kicked off flight for 'punch up' over MAGA cap
The women, in their 40s and 60s, were forcibly removed by police.
What airline passengers want: IATA survey reveals where fares rank
Study on passenger preferences and emerging trends as travel booms.
Preview of Auckland Airport’s brand new Transport Hub
The airport reveals it’s Transport Hub and plaza area, which are now complete. Video / Auckland Airport
Here's a trick for cheaper parking at AKL Airport's new Transport Hub
Savvy travellers could pay $74 rather than $279 with one key tip.