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Bunk Beds for Economy Passengers Takeoff on Air New Zealand’s New Planes
The six-pod Economy Skynest will let passengers lie flat on 17-hour flights, with four-hour bookings priced at $495 each.
- On Tuesday, April 14, 2026, Air New Zealand unveiled Sky Nest pods for Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner flights between New York and Auckland, allowing up to 12 economy passengers to book 4-hour flat-bed resting shifts.
- Seeking to 'win on sleep' during 17-hour flights, the airline researched sleep cycles to address travel fatigue barriers. Air New Zealand piloted the concept in 2024 before expanding to its new Dreamliners.
- Bookings open May 18 for November service, with $495 sessions providing mattress, bedding, and privacy curtain on a first-come, first-served basis. Each pod accommodates six bunks with USB outlets and ventilation nozzles.
- CEO Nikhil Ravishankar told USA TODAY the airline hopes this 'starts a bit of a revolution in economy class travel.' New Zealand tourism minister Louise Upston said improved rest could attract more international visitors.
- While United Airlines recently introduced a competing triple-seat conversion, Air New Zealand will monitor this initial Skynest iteration to guide future expansion. The airline also offers Skycouch for economy passengers seeking flat surfaces.
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