Fiji Airways to add a third flight to Christchurch in January

It will be even easier to fly between Christchurch and Fiji from early January, when Fiji Airways adds a third permanent service.

Fiji Airways Managing Director and CEO Andre Viljoen says New Zealand is a key growth market for Fiji Airways adding the third flight will increase capacity between Christchurch and Nadi by a further 336 available seats per week.

Christchurch Airport Chief Commercial and Aeronautical Officer Justin Watson says the number of passengers flying from Christchurch to Fiji grew by 47% in the last financial year.

He says Fiji's on-going popularity with South Islanders wanting to relax in the sun encouraged the airline to add the third service.

Another attraction for local travellers flying on Fiji Airways is the connection via Nadi to Los Angeles, San Francisco and Hong Kong from Christchurch.

The Fiji national carrier already operates two-weekly services between Christchurch and Nadi, and has confirmed a third service starting 3rd January, reinforcing Fiji Airways= position as the only airline to fly to Fiji all year-round.