Jetstar and Air New Zealand launched new returns flights from Christchurch to Hamilton. PHOTOS: CHRISTCHURCH AIRPORTA surge in air traffic has propelled Christchurch Airport to deliver a 24% increase in first-half profit to $29.5 million. The growth was credited to new and expanded air services, including new domestic jet flights to Hamilton from Jetstar and Air New Zealand, increased domestic capacity from Jetstar and strong growth across international routes. The transtasman market benefited from new routes to Adelaide and Cairns and additional services from Air New Zealand and the Qantas Group. Christchurch Airport chief executive Justin Watson.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 25, 2026 15:38 UTC