Tag Archives: Gordon Bevan

Originair’s Blenheim-Christchurch Flights Strengthen South Island Links as Christchurch Airport Builds on Last Year’s Growth

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(NEWS) CHRISTCHURCH, New Zealand, 2025-Oct-22 — /Travel PR News/ — Christchurch Airport has strengthened its role as a key gateway for the South Island, celebrating the launch of Originair’s new service between Blenheim and Christchurch. The route, which began on 19 October, was welcomed with a ceremonial water arch as the aircraft taxied in, marking the… Read the full news article

Early Start for Cathay’s Hong Kong Route Boosts Christchurch Summer Connectivity

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(IN SHORT) Cathay Pacific will kick off its seasonal Hong Kong–Christchurch route on 3 November 2025—one month earlier than in previous years—with three weekly flights rising to four during peak months. The schedule extension, following Cathay’s Skytrax #3 global ranking, increases both passenger and cargo capacity, benefiting South Island tourism and perishable exports. Christchurch Airport… Read the full news article

China Southern Airlines Expands Seasonal Service to Christchurch, Strengthening Airport Partnership

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(IN SHORT) China Southern Airlines is set to enhance its direct service between Christchurch Airport and Guangzhou, operating five flights per week for five months starting in October, marking a 52% increase in capacity compared to the previous summer. Recognizing the potential of China’s high-value passengers and their interest in exploring the South Island, the… Read the full news article

Christchurch Airport the only New Zealand airport recognised in The Routes Marketing Awards

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Christchurch, New Zealand, 2014-03-11 — /Travel PR News/ — Christchurch Airport is the only New Zealand airport to have been recognised in what are widely regarded as the most prestigious awards in the airline community. The airport was ‘highly commended’ for marketing and judged runner-up for airports between four and 20 million passengers. Voting and judging of… Read the full news article