Our Top Selling Business Class Flights to the UK and Europe
2 Jul 2026by Fine Travel
Last refreshed: 2 July 2026 • Rankings based on Fine Travel sales for the 12 months to 30 June 2026 Every day we’re asked which airline offers the best Business Class airfare to the UK and Europe. Rather than opinion, here’s what our own sales figures say — the airlines Fine Travel clients actually ...
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Christchurch Goes Long-Haul: Air New Zealand's New Direct Routes to Singapore, Tokyo & Perth
20 May 2026by Fine Travel
Premium Cabin News · Christchurch Three brand-new non-stop international services on the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner — complete with Air New Zealand’s all-new Business Premier Luxe, Business Premier and Premium Economy seats. Big news for travellers based in the South Island. Air New Zealand has confirm...
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Air New Zealand's New Koru Programme: New Black and Platinum Tiers
19 Nov 2025Air New Zealand has just announced an evolution of its Airpoints scheme, rebranding it as Koru from April 2026. The update introduces refreshed tiers, enhanced recognition, and new ways to share benefits with friends and loved ones. Existing Airpoints members will see their earned Airpoints Dollars ...
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Our Onboard Review of the Emirates A380 and Dubai
25 Aug 2025by Fine Travel
Paul Collins (Fine Travel's Founder and Chairman) was recently invited by Emirates to experience flying on the A380 between Auckland and Dubai and what a longer stopover in Dubai could include enroute to a final destination like the UK and Europe. I recently experienced a three night visit to Dubai ...
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Pros and Cons of Cheap Business Class Flights to the UK and Europe
25 Aug 2025by Fine Travel
Last refreshed: 2 July 2026 The cheapest Business Class airfares from New Zealand to the UK and Europe can be less than half the price of a full fare. Here’s an honest look at what you gain — and what you trade — when you book one. When it comes to deciding whether to book one of the cheapest Busine...
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Reviewing China Southern Airlines Business Class to the UK and Europe
8 Aug 2025by Fine Travel
Last updated 2 June 2026 If you're looking for a Business Class flight to the UK and Europe with full lie-flat seats at a price point that can be close to Premium Economy on other airlines, China Southern should be high on your list. We have been selling China Southern Business Class flights to the ...
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How Valuable is the Free Emirates Business Class Chauffeur Service
6 Aug 2025by Fine Travel
Last refreshed: 3 July 2026 Emirates estimates its complimentary chauffeur service adds almost $1,400 of value to a Business Class journey from Auckland to London. Here’s how the service works, the fine print that matters — and why every Emirates Business Class fare we sell includes it. When compari...
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When is the Best time to Book a UK / Europe Business Class Airfare?
31 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
When the advertising for “Earlybird” Business Class airfares to the UK and Europe comes out in full force, it’s a good moment to reflect on how Earlybird pricing has changed — and to share our observations on the best time to book Business Class flights to the UK and Europe. The airlines that sell B...
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Plan Ahead for Discounted Business Class Flights to the UK & Europe
31 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
Last refreshed: 2 July 2026 The greatest discounts on Business Class flights to the UK and Europe go to those who plan ahead. Here’s why the cheapest booking classes sell out first — and what that means for the price you actually pay. When UK / Europe Business Class and Premium Economy specials are ...
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An Onboard Review of China Airlines Business Class and Economy Class
30 Jul 2025by Fine Travel
With China Airlines offering competitive Business Class airfares from New Zealand to Europe via Taiwan, Fine Travel Consultant Irene Field took the opportunity to experience China Airlines’ Business Class and Economy Class to Taiwan. In February 2017, I was fortunate to experience return flights to ...
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