Air New Zealand's direct flights from Auckland to Hobart are returning this spring with the first flight on 26 October providing fast and easy international access.
The seasonal service will provide an additional capacity of 25,000 international seats for visitors to the State.
Minister for Tourism Jane Howlett welcomed the return of the direct international flights.
"New Zealand is a crucial visitor market for Tasmania, with visitors from New Zealand spending about $39 million in the state last season.
"Throughout the five-month summer season, visitor numbers will be boosted by these flights which will help keep Tasmania's tourism and hospitality sector strong.
"Travellers from the United States also take advantage of this route as it provides one-stop connectivity to Tasmania via Auckland from major cities including Los Angeles, San Francisco, Vancouver, Houston, and New York.
"The Air New Zealand direct route will run three times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays, commencing from 26 October and running through to 29 March 2026.
Since this direct route's inception in April 2021 over 80,000 passengers have travelled between Hobart and Auckland.
"The return of the direct flights and increase in capacity shows just how successful these services have been, and the confidence Air New Zealand has in them for the future," Minister Howlett said.
"Our Liberal Government is delivering for Tasmania by sustainably growing visitation and investing in our tourism and hospitality sector."
