Air New Zealand Fees
IATA: NZ
Comprehensive reference of documented fees for Air New Zealand. Data points are linked to official sources and verified for 2026 travel.
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Documented Fees
9 Verified Rows
| Category | Amount | Conditions | Pricing | When | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carry on | 0.00 NZD | Economy: 1 carry-on bag up to 7 kg plus 1 personal item; Business and Premium Economy have higher allowances; size limits apply; per flight | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | 0.00 NZD | Checked baggage included on most fares; allowance varies by route, cabin, and fare family | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Checked baggage | Varies NZD | Additional checked baggage can be purchased in advance or at the airport; pricing varies by route and timing; at booking / manage booking / airport | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Overweight baggage | Varies NZD | Overweight baggage applies to bags exceeding allowance up to 32 kg; fees vary by route; bags over 32 kg must be shipped as cargo | Not published | at airport | Source ↗ |
| Oversize baggage | Varies NZD | Oversize baggage applies to items exceeding standard size limits; acceptance and fees depend on route and aircraft | Not published | at airport | Source ↗ |
| Seat selection | 0.00 NZD | Standard seat selection included on higher fare families; seat selection opens at check-in for other fares; at booking / check-in | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Seat selection | Varies NZD | Preferred or extra legroom seats available for a fee; pricing varies by route and timing; at booking / manage booking | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Change cancellation | Varies NZD | Change and cancellation fees depend on fare family and route; fare difference may apply; before departure | Not published | Not published | Source ↗ |
| Unaccompanied minor | Varies NZD | Unaccompanied Minor service available for eligible ages; fees and routing restrictions apply | per direction | Not published | Source ↗ |
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