Air New Zealand resumes direct flights to Bali, Denpasar

Air New Zealand resumes non-stop service to popular Indonesian holiday destination for first time in three years. From beautiful beaches and lush rice terraces, to rich culture and mouth-watering food, Bali has it all – and it’s easier for New Zealanders to experience.

“Bali is one of our most popular routes, with over 17,000 customers flying our Air New Zealand aircraft to Denpasar in 2019 alone,” said Leanne Geraghty, Air New Zealand Chief Customer and Sales Officer.

Flight NZ64 will depart Auckland at 12 noon and will be one of three direct flights to Denpasar each week from now until the end of the seasonal service on October 27. During peak periods, the service will increase to five times a week during winter and school holidays between 26 June and 30 July.

“It’s great to be able to fly direct to Bali, a destination for all types of travelers – whether clients keen to escape the cold by a tropical beach, adventurous families, or couples looking for a romantic, tranquil getaway.” “We’re delighted to be able to help Kiwis connect with this holiday destination again. This is the last of all our international and seasonal routes to be up and running post-Covid, so it’s certainly a sign that we’re bouncing back.”

Bookings have been strong in Bali since the airline announced it would once again fly non-stop to the destination, with more than 10,000 seats sold in the first week. July is the most popular month for holidaymakers in Bali, with 8,500 customers booking travel as holidaymakers look to escape winter during the school holidays. June and April are also very popular months.

The airline will fly the 787-9 Dreamliner and passengers will get meals, in-flight entertainment and checked bags no matter which cabin they are in. Sandiaga Salahuddin Uno, Indonesia’s tourism and creative economy minister, said the resumption of direct services was great news for a country that relies heavily on tourism. “Bali is and will continue to be the icon of Indonesian tourism, accounting for 41% of the country’s total tourism, and Ngurah Rai International Airport (Denpasar International Airport) is by far the largest point of entry for foreign tourists.”

Demand for Indonesia has been rising rapidly, said Ni Made Ayu Marthini, Indonesia’s deputy minister of tourism marketing. “We are fortunate to be working with airline partners such as Air New Zealand to restart their routes and restore seat capacity to at least pre-pandemic levels.

Bali flight schedule from March 29, 2023:

*Time will be adjusted by one hour during daylight saving time (March 29-31 and September 27-October 27)