Set to become the most spacious lounge in the airline’s network, the footprint of the overall space will nearly double. There will be two lounges: a separate space for Airpoints Elite and Business Premier customers, and the second for Airpoints Gold, Star Alliance Gold, Airpoints Silver and Koru members.
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Construction is planned to begin in early 2026 and will take place in two phases. The current lounge will remain open with reduced capacity while work is completed on the new lounge for Airpoints Elite and Business Premier customers. Once the new lounge is open, the current lounge will be redeveloped and is expected to open by late 2027.
The new interiors will celebrate the beautiful sights and textures of Aotearoa, brought to life through colours, materials, furnishings, and carefully curated lighting and art.
Need to know:
Air New Zealand’s current lounge at Auckland International Airport is approximately 2,000sqm. The new footprint will be approximately 1,700sqm larger, at 3,700sqm in total, and will incorporate two lounges
Both lounges will feature fit-for-purpose spaces to suit travellers’ needs, including:
– Improved business areas – A variety of productive workspaces from private rooms and single-seating booths will offer quiet space to focus
– Comfortable areas to relax – Comfortable lounge seating to offer a moment of calm before departure
– Dedicated family area – A dedicated family area that’s been thoughtfully designed to be more suited to those travelling with their whānau
– A barista bar that will be closer to the entrance – We’ve repositioned the barista to be closer to the entrance, so those short on time can recharge faster
The new lounge for Elite and Business Premier customers will offer more space, an expanded food and beverage choice, and views across the tarmac and runway. More design details and features will be revealed later this year, along with construction start dates.
