New Zealand and India plan direct flight by 2028
Airlines from New Zealand and India are looking into starting a direct flight between the two countries by 2028. This announcement was made in Mumbai during Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's visit to India. The heads of Air New Zealand and Air India shared their plans while attending a tourism and travel event. This direct flight could create easier travel options for passengers. The announcement comes as Luxon is navigating a busy schedule in India, which has led to some delays in his events. Along with the direct flight discussions, both airlines also revealed a new cooperation on 16 routes connecting India, Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand. Air New Zealand's CEO mentioned that the world is currently short about 2,000 planes, making this new development even more timely.