# Air New Zealand Skynest Economy Bunk Beds Now on Sale for $495

_May 19 19:00_

Tags: Air New Zealand, Skynest, AKL, JFK, loyalty program, policy change, airline, program change

Air New Zealand is selling Skynest economy bunk beds on JFK-Auckland flights starting late December. The pods cost $495 for a four-hour block

## Summary

Air New Zealand has announced that its Skynest economy bunk beds are now available for purchase on select long-haul flights between New York (JFK) and Auckland (AKL). Starting in late December, passengers can book a pod of six beds (bunked three high) in four-hour blocks for $495. The beds are 6 feet 6 inches long and approximately 25 inches wide at the shoulders. Amenities include fresh linens, a pillow, a blanket, a USB-A/C charging outlet, and a 'Nestcessities' kit with eye mask, socks, earplugs, dental kit, and skincare. Rules include no eating, no audio without headphones, and no shoes. This represents a new paid product option within economy class for this specific route

## Why it matters

Affects 2 airline programs (Air New Zealand, United Airlines).

## Sources cited

- [The Points Guy](https://thepointsguy.com/airline/air-new-zealand-skynest-bunk-beds) — Bunk beds for economy airline passengers now on sale for $125 an hour on Air New Zealand

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