Australia 48-hour Sale
Ready for a short break or change to scenery? Now’s the ideal time to explore Australia with great-value airfares available. From buzzing cities and coastal hotspots to unforgettable food, art, and attractions—there’s something for everyone just a short flight away.
Air New Zealand have airfares on sale now to Australia for 48 hours only 05-06 May 2025 for travel through to March 2026 on selected destinations.
Airfares are available in Economy, Premium Economy and Business Premier on some flights. Travel restrictions and close outs do apply over peak travel days/dates.
Upgrade to The Works airfares for an additional $80 return and enjoy 1 x checked bag, a meal and beverages, plus access to TV, music, games, and movies.
Return Economy ‘Seat Only’ airfares
Sydney from Auckland $499 | from Wellington $499 | from Christchurch to $499
Pricing based on travel from Auckland 03-18 Jun, 22 Jul-17 Sep, 15 Oct-5 Nov, 11 Nov-17 Dec 2025 & 15 Jan-30 Mar 2026 | from Wellington 03-24 Jun, 21 Jul-17 Sep, 15 Oct-15 Dec 2025 & 20 Jan-31 Mar 2026 | from Christchurch 04-26 Jun, 17 Jul-16 Sep, 15 Oct-12 Dec 2025 & 15 Jan-31 Mar 2026
Melbourne from Auckland $499 | from Wellington $499 | from Christchurch to $499
Pricing based on travel from Auckland 07-26 Jun, 23 Jul-17 Sep, 08-22 Oct, 08 Nov-02 Dec 2025 & 03 Feb-03 Mar 2026| from Wellington 07-17 Jun, 21 Jul-18 Sep, 08-23 Oct, 08 Nov-02 Dec 2025 & 04 Feb-03 Mar 2026 | from Christchurch 04-26 Jun, 22 Jul-18 Sep, 08-22 Oct, 08 Nov-02 Dec 2025 & 04 Feb-03 Mar 2026
Brisbane from Auckland $495| from Wellington $495 | from Christchurch to $495
Pricing based on travel from Auckland 04-18 Jun, 15 Jul-16 Sep, 08 Oct-12 Dec 2025 & 25 Jan-31 Mar 2026 | from Wellington 08-17 Jun, 20 Jul-16 Sep, 08 Oct-12 Dec 2025 & 19 Jan-31 Mar 2026 | from Christchurch 04-18 Jun, 20 Jul-09 Sep, 08 Oct-12 Dec 2025 & 19 Jan-31 Mar 2026
Return Economy ‘The Works’ airfares
Perth from Auckland $1229 | from Wellington or Christchurch via Auckland $1229
Pricing based on travel 24 Jul-15 Sep, 16 Oct-10 Dec 2025 & 01 Feb-31 Mar 2026
Terms & conditions - All airfares are subject to fare availability at time of booking. Some close outs over school holidays and peak travel periods may apply. Credit card & travel agent services fees will apply. Airfares taxes may vary and change the price shown above due to currency fluctuation. PLEASE NOTE: Taxes will increase from 01 July 2025, contact your agent for details. Flight restrictions and Weekend surcharges apply. An Economy class surcharge of $10 one-way day applies to all markets; NZ-AU: Thurs & Fri and AU-NZ: Sun & Mon days of week with the exception of: CHC-OOL, AKL-MCY, AKL-CNS, AKL-ADL & AKL-HBA v.v.
Complete your holiday, add accommodation in our favourite city.
Sydney
Mantra Sydney Central (4 star)
3 nights’ accommodation in a Studio Room including return airport transfers.
From $589pp* (share twin)
From price based on travel between 15-26 Oct & 11 Nov-15 Dec 2025.
Melbourne
Dorsett Melbourne (4 star)
3 nights’ accommodation in a Standard Room with return airport transfers.
From $529pp (share twin)
From price based on travel between 08-22 Oct & 08 Nov-02 Dec 2025.
Perth
Crown Promenade Perth (4 star)
4 nights’ accommodation in a Superior Room.
From $539pp (share twin)
From price based on travel between 16 Oct-10 Dec 2025.
Please note: All pricing is per person in New Zealand dollars and subject to availability. Travel agent & credit card fees apply.
Agent Notes: Accommodation Sydney, Melbourne & Perth via Infinity Holidays.