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How do I upgrade to first class on Air New Zealand?

Simply go in to your booking, then:

  1. Choose the flight you would like to upgrade.
  2. Select the cabin class you want to upgrade to.
  3. Select a seat within the new cabin.
  4. Pay the difference in price.
  5. We’ll send you an updated booking confirmation.

How much does it take to upgrade to first class?

Depending on your destination and the class you originally booked, a first class upgrade will cost either 15,000 miles or 25,000 miles. To upgrade from all classes besides business, you’ll also have to pay a dollar amount anywhere from $75-$550, depending on your class and destination.

Can you bid for an upgrade on Air NZ?

With any booking on an eligible Air New Zealand ticketed and operated international flight, any passenger can make an offer to upgrade their flight by one class. This is done by way of a dollar bid, which can be paid in cash or Airpoints.

Can I upgrade my flight to first class?

Each airline has its own pricing and policies for upgrading eligible flights, so there is no one set price for a first class upgrade. It may be possible to pay for an upgrade or use miles to upgrade, but the amount will vary based on your fare class, destination, and availability.

How do I upgrade from economy to business class?

How to Score a Free Upgrade to Business Class

  1. Ask the ticket counter agent.
  2. Book with a travel agent.
  3. Check in early.
  4. Volunteer to get “bumped” from an overbooked flight.
  5. Ask a flight attendant for an upgrade if you see a seat available.
  6. Become a member of your airline’s frequent flyer program.

Is it worth upgrading to first class?

Comfort for a Long Flight If you hate flying because there’s no leg room and it’s uncomfortable, paying for an upgrade might be worth it. Not only is there more leg room than in economy class, but you get more privacy, better seats, priority boarding, more overhead bin space, and easier access to the bathrooms.

Is premium economy better than first class?

It isn’t just the seats and overall space that’s more, well, premium than an economy ticket. It’s the amenities, too — premium economy provides different meal offerings than the main class cabin, amenity kits, and priority boarding.

Are there any upgrades on Air New Zealand flights?

We will update the guide when Air New Zealand resumes a network without border restrictions. Air New Zealand offers one class upgrades, i.e. economy to premium economy, or premium economy to business class, on any 787 and 777 operated flight.

Can you upgrade from economy to business Premier Air New Zealand?

It means you can upgrade from Economy to Premium Economy or from Premium Economy to Business Premier. If you are in Economy you can also submit an offer to experience Economy Skycouch if you do not wish to upgrade cabin class.

How does OneUp work with Air New Zealand?

OneUp is Air New Zealand’s cabin class upgrade program. With any booking on an eligible Air New Zealand ticketed and operated international flight, any passenger can make an offer to upgrade their flight by one class. This is done by way of a dollar bid, which can be paid in cash or Airpoints.

When do you get elite recognition on Air New Zealand?

Elite Recognition Upgrades will be confirmed into available upgrade classes from time of booking (355 days in advance). Six days from travel, Air New Zealand will manually check and confirm uncleared Elite Recognition upgrades from available unsold seats (excluding the number of seats held back for commercial sale).