Jetstar Adds New Morning Christchurch–Hamilton Service

Hamilton & Waikato Tourism has welcomed the announcement of Jetstar’s new morning jet service between Hamilton and Christchurch, further strengthening air links to the mighty Waikato.

The service adds to Jetstar’s existing flights from Sydney and the Gold Coast to Hamilton; and Air New Zealand’s new afternoon jet service connecting Hamilton and Christchurch. Together, these flights give visitors more choice and easier access to the Waikato region.

Hamilton & Waikato Tourism General Manager Nicola Greenwell says the additional flights are a major boost for leisure travellers, families and the business events sector.

“Jetstar have connected Australia to our region, and now adding Christchurch jet connections means Hamilton and the mighty Waikato is more accessible than ever before. Visitors have more choice and flexibility to experience everything we have to offer,” she said.

The Waikato is preparing for strong growth, with new hotels, the new regional theatre and international connections positioning the region as a premier destination.

“With international flights, the new regional theatre and new hotels opening, and now two jet connections from the South Island, the mighty Waikato is poised and ready for action,” Greenwell said.

She says the enhanced Christchurch–Hamilton route also highlights the shared strengths of the two regions.

“There are many similarities between Hamilton and Christchurch – we are both garden cities, river cities, and have passionate rugby fans. Visitors from the Garden City will now be able to explore our world-class Hamilton Gardens, enjoy our river walks, and rugby fans from Christchurch will have easier access to support their team here in Hamilton,” she said.

Jetstar’s new morning service is expected to attract more families, conference delegates and leisure travellers into Hamilton and the wider Waikato, boosting the visitor economy and regional growth.