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flag Air New Zealand marks 60 years of Auckland-Hong Kong flights with special fares and a legacy of cargo, tourism, and business links.

flag Air New Zealand is celebrating 60 years of service between Auckland and Hong Kong, marking the milestone with special fares from $699 one way, available March 2–15, 2026. flag The route began on March 3, 1966, with a DC8 flight via Sydney and Darwin, known for its dramatic approach into Kai Tak Airport. flag Over decades, it evolved from DC8s and DC10s to Boeing 747s and 767s, with non-stop flights resuming in 1978 and expanding to up to 16 weekly flights today. flag The airline operates the majority of air freight between the two cities, primarily e-commerce goods and consumer electronics, including 900 tonnes of milk formula in 2025. flag The route supports tourism, exports, and business, strengthened by a strategic alliance with Cathay Pacific.

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