Air New Zealand has revealed plans for its new flagship Koru Lounge at Auckland International Airport. Set to become the most spacious lounge in the airline’s network, the footprint of the overall space will nearly double, and will incorporate two lounges: a separate space for Airpoints Elite and Business Premier customers, and the second for Airpoints Gold, Star Alliance Gold, Airpoints Silver and Koru members.
The new lounge will deliver an experience designed to enhance customers’ journeys and a fresh new look and feel inspired by the best of Aotearoa.
“We’ve designed our new lounges around what our customers told us matters most – more space, more seating, and the ability to choose how they spend their time,” said Greg Foran, CEO, Air New Zealand. “Across both lounges, total seating capacity will increase by 70%, providing a significant boost in comfort and capacity for international travellers passing through Auckland.”
Throughout the lounges, areas designed to cater to a diverse range of travellers will be introduced.
“We know our customers value having spaces that are suited to their travel needs, whether that be a quiet business area that allows focus, room for families to play before jumping onboard a flight or a social space to enjoy a coffee before departure,” Foran explained.
The new interiors will celebrate the beautiful sights and textures of Aotearoa, brought to life through colours, materials, furnishings, and carefully curated lighting and art.
Construction is planned to begin in early 2026 and will take place in two phases. The current lounge will remain open with reduced capacity while work is completed on the new lounge for Airpoints Elite and Business Premier customers. Once the new lounge is open, the current lounge will be redeveloped and is expected to open by late 2027.
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