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Air New Zealand Criticized for High Fares Over Style

4/22/2025

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Scott Koster slammed Air New Zealand for prioritizing flashy new uniforms over soaring airfares that burden travelers. He revealed that it was more affordable for his daughter to take a bus and fly Jetstar than to book with Air New Zealand, which dominates certain routes. Consumer NZ echoed his concerns, calling for a market study amid rising complaints about domestic flight costs.

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Scott Koster slammed Air New Zealand for prioritizing flashy new uniforms over soaring airfares that burden travelers. He revealed that it was more affordable for his daughter to take a bus and fly Jetstar than to book with Air New Zealand, which dominates certain routes. Consumer NZ echoed his concerns, calling for a market study amid rising complaints about domestic flight costs.