Air New Zealand introduces Economy Stretch

Air New Zealand has introduced a new Economy Stretch upgrade for its customers. The new seat choice will be available on the airline’s Auckland to Los Angeles route from the 27th February, providing 42 Economy Stretch seats on the airline’s Boeing 777s.

Economy Stretch, from an additional NZD$175 one-way, will offer passengers a seat in the new dedicated stretch zone in the first four rows, with up to 39% more legroom than economy seats, 35-inch seat pitch, a headset and pillow as well as free advanced seat selection and early disembarkation.

“The Economy cabin welcomes the most diverse group of travellers,” said Leanne Geraghty, Chief Customer and Sales Officer, Air New Zealand, “The introduction of Economy Stretch means we are providing more choice for customers at an Economy price point that will meet the needs of families, solo travellers, as well as those just looking for that little bit of extra comfort.”

“Through innovations such as the Economy Skycouch and with Economy Skynest launching later next year, Air New Zealand continued to push boundaries in Economy travel,” added Geraghty.