Air New Zealand Skynest Experience

This month, Air New Zealand’s viral Skynest™ innovation – the world’s first in-flight sleep pods for Economy passengers – is coming to New York City ahead of its debut on the JFK–Auckland route.

On April 14 from 10:30a.m. - 7:00 p.m., Air New Zealand is landing at Brookfield Place,  with an interactive Skynest experience, giving New Yorkers the chance to step inside the pods and see the future of long-haul travel firsthand.

In addition to testing the pods, the event will feature:

• A hands-on Skynest™ preview, including full-length Economy sleep pods

• Air New Zealand flight attendants outfitted in their new, Emilia Wickstead-designed uniforms

• Kiwi snacks & coffee

• Interactive flight maps that show the new, state-of-the-art Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner that features the Skynest 

• A chance to win two Economy seats & Skynest sessions on the JFK-AKL route.




• WHAT: Air New Zealand Introduces: The Skynest™ Experience

• WHEN: Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 10:30 AM – 7:00 PM

• WHERE: Brookfield Place Main Concourse, 230 Vesey St, New York, NY 10281

• PRICE: Free, all are welcome!