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Select an airline for details. Airfares to all other UK & Europe cities available on request. First Class and Premium Economy airfares are displayed below this table.

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United Kingdom
London (Heathrow)	China Southern $6,990Asiana $7,199Air China $7,702Oman Air $7,795Malaysia Airlines $8,897China Eastern $9,102Cathay Pacific $10,011Lufthansa $10,809Turkish Airlines $10,833Qatar Airways $11,009Singapore Airlines $11,040Air New Zealand $12,074Emirates $12,193Etihad $12,588Qantas $12,730*China Airlines · On request
London (Gatwick)	Turkish Airlines $10,902Emirates $13,695
Manchester	Cathay Pacific $9,957Emirates $13,363
Western & Central Europe
Amsterdam	Oman Air $8,148China Eastern $8,570Cathay Pacific $9,771Turkish Airlines $9,952Korean Air $10,016Singapore Airlines $10,769Air New Zealand $11,721Emirates $12,022
Brussels	Cathay Pacific $9,686*
Frankfurt	Cathay Pacific $9,659Korean Air $10,085Lufthansa $11,037*
Paris	Air China $7,355Oman Air $8,467Malaysia Airlines $8,498Cathay Pacific $9,781Korean Air $10,206Qatar Airways $10,870Singapore Airlines $11,364Emirates $11,791Etihad $12,327Air New Zealand $12,331Qantas $12,339*
Zurich	Cathay Pacific $9,501Singapore Airlines $11,197Air New Zealand $11,549Qatar Airways $11,800Emirates $12,317*Swiss · On request
Southern Europe
Barcelona	Qatar Airways $12,037Emirates $12,748
Madrid	Cathay Pacific $9,476*
Rome	Asiana $6,499Air China $7,081Oman Air $7,682China Eastern $8,486Qatar Airways $10,718Qantas $11,041Air New Zealand $11,553Emirates $13,389
South-East Europe
Istanbul	China Southern $5,639Turkish Airlines $9,380Korean Air $9,897*

“On request” means we’ll quote that fare on enquiry.

Indicative lead-in fares, per person return from New Zealand, in NZD, subject to availability. Where an airline offers more than one option to a city the lowest is shown, including the lower of Auckland and Christchurch departures. An airline appears under London (Gatwick) only where its fares are specific to Gatwick; otherwise its London fare is shown under Heathrow. Several fares are on sale for a limited time, and routings, stopovers and surcharges vary by airline. Lufthansa also quotes other European cities on request. See each airline’s section below for full routing, sale dates, travel periods and terms.

China Southern Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
Auckland via Guangzhou to Istanbul	$5,639*	$8,496*
Auckland via Guangzhou (with stopover(s)) to London Heathrow	$6,990*	$9,841*
Auckland via Guangzhou (no stopover) to London Heathrow	$12,857*	$20,097*
One stop route. Overnight stopover (complimentary) generally required. Frequent Flyer Programme: Sky Pearl Club.

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. Complimentary 4- to 5-star stopover accommodation and airport transfers are available in Guangzhou if transit requirements are met. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Asiana Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
New Zealand via Sydney and Seoul to Rome	$6,499*	$9,076*
New Zealand via Sydney and Seoul to London	$7,199*	$9,697*
IMPORTANT: Asiana merges with Korean Air on 17 December 2026. Currently Korean Air has not released equivalent airfares post merger. Three stop route. Overnight stopover (complimentary in one direction) may be required. Frequent Flyer Programme: Star Alliance until merger with Korean Air, then SkyTeam / SkyPass.

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. Some Asiana connections require a stopover in Seoul, which is generally included in the airfare. If a stopover is required in Sydney, this is an additional cost.

Asiana is a Star Alliance member, so Air New Zealand Airpoints members may earn Airpoints Dollars and Status Points at the partner airline rate. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Air China Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
Auckland via Beijing to Rome	$7,081*	$7,701*
Auckland via Beijing to Paris	$7,355*	$7,975*
Auckland via Beijing to London Heathrow	$7,702*	$8,872*
One stop route. Overnight stopover in Beijing (at the airline’s expense) is generally required on the return leg. Frequent Flyer Programme: Star Alliance — potential to earn Air New Zealand Airpoints and Status Points.

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Oman Air Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
Auckland via Kuala Lumpur and Muscat to Rome	$7,682*	$11,578*
Auckland via Kuala Lumpur and Muscat to London	$7,795*	$9,311*
Auckland via Kuala Lumpur and Muscat to Amsterdam	$8,148*	$11,949*
Auckland via Kuala Lumpur and Muscat to Paris	$8,467*	$13,055*
Two and three stop routes. Frequent Flyer Programme: Oneworld.

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates; availability is limited at these levels. Oman Air partners with Malaysia Airlines for flights between Auckland and Kuala Lumpur. Important: on some flights Oman Air operates a Boeing 737-8 MAX, which does not offer full lie-flat Business Class seats. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

China Eastern Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
Auckland via Shanghai to Rome	$8,486*
Auckland via Shanghai to Amsterdam	$8,570*
Auckland via Shanghai to London	$9,102*
One stop route. Frequent Flyer Programme: SkyTeam / Eastern Miles.

Cathay Pacific Business Class to the UK & Europe

Cathay Pacific Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Premium Economy
Auckland via Hong Kong to Manchester	$6,118*	$7,498*
Auckland via Hong Kong to London	$6,218*	$7,598*
Auckland via Hong Kong to Paris	$6,241*	$7,241*
Auckland via Hong Kong to Amsterdam	$6,348*	$7,348*
Business Class
Auckland via Hong Kong to Madrid	$9,476*	$12,276*
Auckland via Hong Kong to Zurich	$9,501*	$12,339*
Auckland via Hong Kong to Frankfurt	$9,659*	$12,459*
Auckland via Hong Kong to Brussels	$9,686*	$12,486*
Auckland via Hong Kong to Amsterdam	$9,771*	$12,571*
Auckland via Hong Kong to Paris	$9,781*	$12,581*
Auckland via Hong Kong to Manchester	$9,957*	$11,769*
Auckland via Hong Kong to London	$10,011*	$11,910*
One stop route. Stopover may be required to access best fares. Frequent Flyer Programme: Oneworld.

Turkish Airlines Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
New Zealand via Asia and Istanbul to London (Heathrow)	$10,833*	$13,387*
New Zealand via Asia and Istanbul to Amsterdam	$9,952*	$13,179*
New Zealand via Asia to Istanbul	$9,380*	$10,800*
New Zealand via Asia and Istanbul to London (Gatwick)	$10,902*	$13,645*
Two stop routes. Optional stopovers in Istanbul (see promotion below). Frequent Flyer Programme: Star Alliance on Turkish-operated flights.

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. Ask us about a stopover in Istanbul with two nights’ free 5-star accommodation for Business Class passengers.

From New Zealand, Turkish Airlines works with a range of partners to connect with Turkish Airlines flights to the UK and Europe. Our advertised airfares are based on flying from New Zealand with Malaysia Airlines, with other options also available. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Korean Air Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
Auckland via Seoul to Istanbul	$9,897*	$13,861*
Auckland via Seoul to Amsterdam	$10,016*	$13,696*
Auckland via Seoul to Frankfurt	$10,085*	$13,768*
Auckland via Seoul to Paris	$10,206*	$13,607*
Two stop route. Frequent Flyer Programme: SkyPass (SkyTeam).

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. Long connection times via Seoul generally mean a stopover is required. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Malaysia Airlines Business Class to London and Paris

Malaysia Airlines Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
Auckland via Kuala Lumpur to Paris	$8,498*	$9,298*
Auckland via Kuala Lumpur to London	$8,897*	$9,897*
One stop route with timely connections over Kuala Lumpur. Frequent Flyer Programme: Oneworld.

On sale until 20 July 2026. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. Malaysia Airlines also offers flights via Australia, connecting with Qantas across the Tasman. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Singapore Airlines Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Premium Economy
Auckland via Singapore to Paris	$7,126*	$9,526*
Auckland via Singapore to Amsterdam	$7,278*	$9,688*
Auckland via Singapore to London	$7,644*	$10,044*
Christchurch via Singapore to Paris	$7,104*	$9,504*
Christchurch via Singapore to Amsterdam	$7,256*	$9,666*
Christchurch via Singapore to London	$7,622*	$10,022*
Business Class
Auckland via Singapore to Paris	$11,386*	$15,626*
Auckland via Singapore to Amsterdam	$10,769*	$15,686*
Auckland via Singapore to Zurich	$11,218*	$15,448*
Auckland via Singapore to London	$11,040*	$15,983*
Christchurch via Singapore to Zurich	$11,197*	$15,427*
Christchurch via Singapore to Amsterdam	$11,366*	$15,596*
Christchurch via Singapore to Paris	$11,364*	$15,605*
Christchurch via Singapore to London	$11,722*	$15,962*
First Class
Auckland via Singapore to London	$25,940*	$27,315*
One stop route. Stopovers in Singapore available. Frequent Flyer Programme: Star Alliance.

Singapore Airlines offers “Book the Cook” for First, Business and Premium Economy guests →

Air New Zealand Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Premium Economy
New Zealand via North America to Paris (Air France)	$7,337*	—
New Zealand via Asia to London (British Airways)	$7,850*	—
Business Class
New Zealand via Singapore to Rome (Singapore Airlines)	$11,553*	$13,423*
New Zealand via Singapore to Amsterdam (Singapore Airlines)	$11,721*	$14,815*
New Zealand via Singapore to London (Singapore Airlines)	$12,074*	$13,944*
New Zealand via Singapore to Zurich (Singapore Airlines)	$11,549*	$13,419*
New Zealand via LA to Paris (Air France)	$12,331*	—
One stop route. Stopovers available. Frequent Flyer Programme: Star Alliance on Air New Zealand-operated flights, with potential to earn at partner rates on partner airlines.

Indicative long-term fares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. Air New Zealand flies directly to destinations in Asia or North America, then connects with partner airlines that fly to the UK and Europe. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

China Airlines Business Class to London

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Premium Economy
New Zealand via Brisbane and Taipei to London		$5,174*
Business Class
New Zealand via Brisbane and Taipei to London		$10,574*
Three stop route. Dynasty Frequent Flyer Programme (SkyTeam).

Qatar Airways Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class (Classic – R)
Auckland via Adelaide & Doha to Rome	$10,718*	$16,068*
Auckland via Adelaide & Doha to Paris	$10,870*	$15,240*
Auckland via Adelaide & Doha to London (Heathrow)	$11,009*	$14,844*
Auckland via Adelaide & Doha to Zurich	$11,800*	$14,863*
Auckland via Adelaide & Doha to Barcelona	$12,037*	$15,091*
As Qatar Airways rebuilds its network, flights to and from New Zealand will be via Adelaide. Optional stopover packages available for Doha. Frequent Flyer Programme: Oneworld.

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability and Qatar Airways’ allocation of discounted airfares on your preferred travel dates. Weekend and peak-season surcharges may apply, and fares to other European cities are available. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Emirates Business Class to UK / Europe

Limited-time Emirates offer

A complimentary Dubai stopover at the JW Marriott Marquis

One night in Premium Economy, two nights in Business Class & First Class. Requires a Dubai stopover of 24 hours or more. Book by 12 July 2026 for travel to 30 September 2026.

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Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Premium Economy
Auckland via Dubai to London	$6,413*	$7,695*
Business Class
Auckland via Dubai to Amsterdam	$12,205*	$13,328*
Auckland via Dubai to Zurich	$12,317*	$13,241*
Auckland via Dubai to Paris	$11,791*	$12,995*
Auckland via Dubai to London (Gatwick)	$13,695*	$14,952*
Auckland via Dubai to Barcelona	$12,748*	$13,208*
Auckland via Dubai to Rome	$13,389*	$13,689*
Auckland via Dubai to Manchester	$13,363*	$13,807*
Auckland via Dubai to London (Heathrow)	$13,556*	$14,813*
Christchurch via Sydney and Dubai to Amsterdam	$12,022*	$13,506*
Christchurch via Sydney and Dubai to Paris	$11,830*	$13,397*
Christchurch via Sydney and Dubai to London (Heathrow)	$12,193*	$14,077*
First Class
Auckland via Dubai to Zurich	$18,980*	$20,160*
Auckland via Dubai to Paris	$19,257*	$20,437*
Auckland via Dubai to London	$21,154*	$22,418*
Two and three stop routes. Frequent Flyer Programme: Skywards.

Read more about Emirates’ complimentary Business Class and First Class chauffeur service, or our review of the Emirates A380 and Dubai as a stopover →

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. Emirates applies a 4% surcharge for summer outbound travel between 26 June and 8 August 2026 and inbound travel between 30 July and 31 August 2026, and a 5% surcharge for winter outbound travel between 11 and 23 December 2026 and inbound travel between 1 and 12 January 2027; additional weekend surcharges also apply. Emirates Business Class and First Class airfares can include complimentary airport transfers. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Qantas Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
New Zealand via Perth direct to Rome	$11,041	$15,588*
New Zealand via Sydney and Singapore to Paris	$12,339*	$16,667*
New Zealand via Perth direct to London	$12,730*	$17,042*
New Zealand via Australia and Singapore to London	$13,697*	$18,156*
First Class
Business Class to Australia, First Class via Singapore to London	$20,892*	$22,154*
Two and three stop routes. Frequent Flyer Programme: Oneworld.

Qantas does not offer First Class on trans-Tasman flights, so Business Class will generally be the alternative. Qantas does not offer Premium Economy on all trans-Tasman flights, so some flights may be in Economy.

Swiss Air Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Premium Economy
New Zealand via Shanghai (with Air New Zealand) to Zurich — Package Fare**	$5,452*
New Zealand via Shanghai (with Air New Zealand) to Zurich	$5,987*
Business Class
New Zealand via Shanghai (with Air New Zealand) to Zurich — Package Fare**	On Request
New Zealand via Shanghai (with Air New Zealand) to Zurich	On Request
One stop route. Frequent Flyer Programme: Star Alliance (potential to earn Air New Zealand Airpoints and Status Points). **To access our Package Fares, a minimum spend on non-airfare components of your itinerary (such as accommodation, a tour or cruise) needs to be booked with us at the same time as the airfare. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. The outbound flight via Shanghai requires an overnight stopover in Shanghai

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates; availability is limited at these levels. Swiss partners with Air New Zealand via Asia to Zurich. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Lufthansa Group Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Premium Economy
New Zealand via Asia and Germany to London	$6,666*
Business Class
New Zealand via Asia to Frankfurt	$11,037*
New Zealand via Asia and Germany to London	$10,809*	-
Two and three stop routes. Frequent Flyer Programme: Star Alliance when travelling on Star Alliance member aircraft.

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. The Lufthansa Group primarily partners with Star Alliance members to fly from New Zealand to the UK and Europe via the European hubs of Frankfurt, Munich, Zurich and Vienna, with itineraries via North America also available. Some Lufthansa fares are non-refundable and may not accrue NZ Airpoints. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Etihad Airways Business Class to the UK & Europe

Etihad Airways Business Class to UK / Europe

Route (return)	Lead-in Fare from (pp return)	Upper Est. from (pp return)
Business Class
New Zealand via Australia and Abu Dhabi to Paris	$12,327*
New Zealand via Australia and Abu Dhabi to London	$12,588*
Three stop routes. Frequent Flyer Programme: Etihad Guest.

Indicative long-life airfares. Subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. Weekend surcharges may apply, and trans-Tasman airfares may be in Economy Class if the allocated aircraft does not have a Business Class cabin. The “Upper Est.” (when provided) is an estimate of the airfare if the special / lead-in fare isn’t available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. Advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel’s Professional Travel Services Fees.

Good to Know

Frequently asked questions about Business Class to the UK & Europe

The questions we're asked most often about our discounted Business Class airfares from New Zealand — answered plainly.

How much is a Business Class flight from New Zealand to London?

Business Class lead-in fares from New Zealand to London currently start from around $7,000 per person return, and range up to roughly $13,700 depending on the airline and routing. Fares to some European cities can be lower still — Rome, for example, currently starts from around $6,499 return.

The range is wide because each airline routes and prices differently. The sharpest fares generally fly via the airline's home hub in Asia, while the better-known one-stop routings command a premium. Our comparison table above shows the current lead-in fare for each airline, city by city.

Why are some Business Class fares to Europe so much cheaper than others?

Routing is the main reason. The lowest fares usually travel via the airline's home hub — Guangzhou, Shanghai, Beijing, Seoul or Kuala Lumpur — and may require an overnight stopover on the way, which is often provided at the airline's expense. You still fly in a fully fledged Business Class cabin; you simply take a less direct path to Europe.

Higher fares typically buy shorter connections, more frequent departures, a wider network of European cities or a particularly renowned onboard product. Neither is "better" — it depends on whether your priority is the price, the journey time or the experience, and we're happy to talk you through the trade-offs for your dates. For a fuller picture, see our guide to the pros and cons of cheap Business Class flights to the UK and Europe.

Are discounted Business Class fares through a travel agency genuine?

Yes — they are real airline fares. As a full-service travel agency, Fine Travel has access to wholesale and specially negotiated Business Class fares that airlines don't publish on their own websites, alongside all the published fares. Some of the best fares also need to be "built" by a travel agent — combining airlines, routings and fare types in ways an airline website can't easily offer — which is why you won't find them booking direct. You fly in exactly the same seat and cabin; the difference is the price and the fare conditions.

Fine Travel has been arranging discounted premium airfares from New Zealand since 2000, and is a member of TAANZ and CLIA and an IATA Accredited travel agency.

What do "lead-in fare" and "Upper Est." mean?

A lead-in fare is the lowest fare typically available on that route — the "from" price, subject to availability on your preferred travel dates. What sits behind it varies by airline: for some, such as China Southern and Asiana, it's their lowest published fare, generally available year-round; for airlines that run tactical specials, such as Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines, it's the best fare available within the framework of their current limited-time special, with a set sale window and travel period.

The "Upper Est." is our estimate of what the airfare is likely to cost if the lead-in fare isn't available on your dates; the actual price could be higher, or sold out. The gap between the two usually comes down to booking class availability: each fare has a limited allocation of seats in its cheapest booking class, and as that sells out — sometimes in one direction of your journey, sometimes in both — the price steps up to the next booking class. We explain how this works, with a worked example, in Plan Ahead for Discounted Business Class Flights to the UK & Europe.

All advertised airfares exclude Fine Travel's Professional Travel Services Fees, which we'll always confirm with you before anything is booked — there are no surprises.

When is the best time to book Business Class to the UK or Europe?

It depends on how your airline releases its discounts. Broadly, airlines take one of three approaches: tactical specials with a set sale window and travel period (airlines such as Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, Malaysia Airlines and Qantas), where the best strategy is to book while a sale is on; rolling specials (such as Emirates), where discounted fares are usually in the market and booking as soon as your dates are within the airline's booking range works well; and consistently sharp lead-in fares (such as China Southern and Asiana), where booking early gives the best chance of securing the limited booking classes behind those prices.

As a rule of thumb, booking early rarely hurts — the cheapest booking classes sell first, and each new sale is unlikely to undercut a previous one. We explain each airline's approach in detail in our guide, When is the best time to book a UK / Europe Business Class airfare? — or sign up for our Business Class Sales Alerts to hear about new sales as they're released.

Can I earn Airpoints on these fares?

Often, yes — though it depends on the airline and the fare. Flights on Star Alliance airlines such as Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines, Air China and Turkish Airlines may earn Air New Zealand Airpoints Dollars and Status Points at partner rates. Airlines in Oneworld or SkyTeam earn points in their own programmes instead.

Some deeply discounted fares earn reduced points, or none at all. If earning Airpoints matters to you, tell us — we'll confirm exactly what your fare earns before you book.

Do these fares include stopovers?

Many do — and some fares actually require one. Where an overnight stopover is needed to make the connection, it's often provided by the airline: China Southern, for example, includes complimentary 4- to 5-star stopover accommodation and transfers in Guangzhou when transit requirements are met, and several airlines run stopover promotions in cities such as Istanbul, Singapore and Dubai.

A stopover can also be a highlight in its own right — a night or two to break the journey and see a new city. If that appeals, ask us and we'll build it into your itinerary.

What if my travel dates change — or I need to cancel?

That's very common — and one of the best reasons to book through a travel agency. Every fare carries its own rules on date changes, cancellations and refunds, and the cheapest fares are usually the most restrictive. We'll explain the conditions of your fare clearly before you book, and if you'd like more flexibility we can recommend a fare — or travel insurance — that provides it.

In our experience, the most common reasons clients change or cancel are medical: a medical event while overseas that means coming home early, a family member's medical event that calls you home, or a health issue before departure that means delaying or cancelling the trip. These are exactly the situations where the right fare conditions and comprehensive travel insurance earn their keep — and we'll help you put both in place before you fly. If you're planning to rely on your credit card's travel insurance, read our guide to the 3 common traps with credit card travel insurance first — cover for pre-existing medical conditions is one of them.

And if your plans do change, you deal with us, not an airline call centre — we handle the rebooking or cancellation for you.

Have a question we haven't answered? Contact Fine Travel or call us free on 0800 00 3463.