Air New Zealand’s seasonal direct flights to Tasmania’s capital Hobart are taking to the skies again on 27 October.

Direct services will operate between Auckland and Hobart on the airline’s A320neo and A321neo aircraft three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, marking the return of international services to Tasmania.

Air New Zealand General Manager International, Jeremy O’Brien, said the airline is eagerly anticipating seeing the mangōpare return to Tasmania and is looking forward to connecting Kiwi and Tasmanian customers over the summer months.

“It’s great to be starting our seasonal services again, connecting Kiwi to the charming city of Hobart and Aussies to our biggest city, with domestic connections to 19 other destinations around Aotearoa.

“Hobart is our ninth Australian destination and it’s great to once again be offering our customers the option to travel there for another season over the warmer months.”