Recognition Upgrades

Recognition Upgrades give you the opportunity to request an upgrade to the next cabin class when you travel with Air New Zealand.

Upgrade reviews

Koru Black
Up to 355 days before departure, if the required upgrade booking class is available
Koru Platinum
Up to 355 days before departure, after Koru Black upgrades have been assessed
Koru Gold
Up to seven days before departure, after Koru Black and Koru Platinum upgrades have been assessed
Koru Silver
Up to seven days before departure, after Koru Black, Koru Platinum and Koru Gold upgrades have been assessed
Upgrade reviews
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Koru Black
Up to 355 days before departure, if the required upgrade booking class is available
Koru Platinum
Up to 355 days before departure, after Koru Black upgrades have been assessed
Koru Gold
Up to seven days before departure, after Koru Black and Koru Platinum upgrades have been assessed
Koru Silver
Up to seven days before departure, after Koru Black, Koru Platinum and Koru Gold upgrades have been assessed

Terms and conditions

Recognition Upgrades apply only to Air New Zealand ticketed and operated flights and Airpoints and Status Points are earned based on the original fare. Some fare types aren’t eligible for upgrades. If your upgrade is confirmed in advance, you may be able to select your seat but premium seats may have an additional charge.

Koru terms and conditions apply.