It’s Time for New Zealand with Malaysia Airlines partnership

Malaysia Airlines and Tourism New Zealand have formalised a two-year strategic partnership to jointly stimulate travel demand to New Zealand through integrated marketing initiatives, introducing a new Time for New Zealand campaign. This new partnership reinforces the shared commitment to growing visitor arrivals and elevating destination visibility across key markets.

Time for New Zealand Campaign

This new partnership allows both organisations to showcase the very best of New Zealand through an integrated campaign designed to attract a new generation of travellers who are experience-driven both young independent professionals, group travellers, nature lovers and adventure seekers. New Zealand offers breathtaking landscapes across the seasons offering diverse experiences, whether you’re looking for winter skiing,  wellness retreats and coastal journeys or adrenaline-filled adventures. on top of that is  New Zealand’s rich culture, warm hospitality and the opportunity for culinary exploration , all of which strengthen New Zealand’s appeal across Asia and beyond.

Malaysia Airlines’ flagship A330neo aircraft offers a choice of ten weekly flights on the route, offering travellers greater convenience, enhanced connectivity, and seamless access to New Zealand. These aircraft, feature enhanced comfort, next-generation cabin features, and improved travel efficiency in Malaysia’s premium carrier offering direct connectivity between Kuala Lumpur and Auckland.

…. This partnership with Tourism New Zealand reflects the growing affinity between Malaysia and New Zealand, shaped by strong ties in tourism, trade, and people-to-people exchange. As both nations continue to deepen collaboration, Malaysia Airlines is proud to connect Asia and beyond to Aotearoa through our direct Kuala Lumpur–Auckland service and premium travel experience. The spirit of manaakitanga, its deeply rooted culture of welcome and care, also resonates strongly with our own promise of Malaysian Hospitality.Bryan Foong, CEO of Airline Business from Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG)

Angela Blair, General Manager International, Tourism New Zealand echoed his comments, adding that:

…. As of February 2026, New Zealand welcomed 32,200 visitors from Malaysia over the past year, marking a robust 11.5% year on year increase. This strong growth reflects the enduring appeal of New Zealand’s landscapes, culture, and unique experiences, and has been further supported by Malaysia Airlines’ increased capacity on the Kuala Lumpur–Auckland route—creating even more opportunities for travellers to embark on meaningful journeys to New Zealand.

Whether you prefer to visit in Summer, Autumn, Winter or Spring, it’s always ‘Time for New Zealand’ with Malaysia Airlines. Start planning your journey and make your booking via the airline’s official website or the official mobile app.