Air New Zealand flights to and from Christchurch Airport - Update 4

4 September 2010 13:36

Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) has announced the airport reopened at 1.30pm today.

Air New Zealand will now begin rebooking passengers onto next available services. Customers should call 0800 737 000 to arrange this.

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Christchurch International Airport Limited (CIAL) has advised the airport will remain closed until at least 1pm.

 Air New Zealand services will remain cancelled until CIAL announces a reopening time for the airport.

 They are currently assessing runways and infrastructure for any damage. The airport is advising passengers not to come to the airport until further notice. 

 Customers will be booked onto the next available service once the airport is open and should continue to check the Air New Zealand website www.airnz.co.nz for information.

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