Frequent flyer tier benefits
The more you fly with us the more benefits you will unlock that make travel easier and more enjoyable including the use of lounges, priority check-in and boarding, extra baggage allowance and other helpful travel extras treats, such as hotel and rental car vouchers. Discover all the benefits you could enjoy of each tier below.
Silver
Silver tier benefits include upgrades, lounge access eVouchers and discounted Business class fares. Find out more about Silver member benefits
Gold
When you achieve Gold tier status, you can look forward to additional benefits, such as extra baggage allowance, Star Alliance lounge access and priority check-in. Find out more about Gold member benefits
Elite
Enjoy a wide array of travel privileges to make every travel experience seamless, including extra lounge and upgrade privileges, the ability to nominate an Elite Partner and a number of other extra benefits. Find out more about Elite member benefits
Elite Partner
Elite members can nominate a family member or friend to become their Elite Partner. Unique to Air New Zealand this is a special initiative which offers a range of special privileges when travelling on Air New Zealand flights. Find out more about Elite Partner benefits
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Full access
Full access
Full access
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1 per year
2 per year
2 per year
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1 per year
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10%
30%
50%
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1 extra
1 extra
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1 extra
1 extra
1 extra
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Yes
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Yes
Yes
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Yes
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Yes^
Yes
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Yes^
Yes
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Yes
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* Airpoints Silver members receive 2 single use lounge passes per tier membership year.
^ Airpoints Gold members may choose between either a hotel or car rental voucher as part of their membership benefits.
** Elite, Gold and Koru members are among the first in line for any available Premium Seating on Air New Zealand flights. Premium Seating is available towards the front of our cabins.
See the Airpoints terms and conditions for full programme details.
Visit the dedicated Cathay Pacific, Etihad, and Virgin Atlantic pages to see the benefits you receive when travelling on an Air New Zealand flight number on these airlines.