American Express has launched a new deal in which it is offering targeted cardholders a rebate of up to 18% on spending made with Air New Zealand in the next couple of months. The offer requires cardholders to spend a minimum of $1,250 in one or more purchases online at airnewzealand.com or via the Air NZ US app by March 16, 2024. The flight must originate in the US and be charged in USD to qualify.
To take advantage of the offer, cardholders must first add the offer to their card and then use the same card to make the qualifying purchases. Only one enrolled card per Card Member is allowed across all American Express offer channels. The offer is valid for purchases made directly with Air New Zealand through the US website, the Air NZ US mobile app, or by phone. It is not valid for payments made in-person at Air New Zealand ticket offices or airport locations, or through third parties such as travel agents or online aggregators.
The offer excludes certain transactions, including Air New Zealand Cargo, Air New Zealand Explorer Pass, Koru membership, Koru guest passes, Tandem Travel, JR Duty Free, and bookings of Events, Tours, Activities, Hotels, Car, Campervan rentals, or airport transfers. It is also only valid on purchases made in US dollars, and cardholders are limited to one statement credit per Card Member.
The statement credit will appear on the cardholder’s billing statement within 90 days after March 16, 2024, provided that American Express receives information from the merchant about the qualifying purchase. Cardholders are advised to refer to their targeted offer for full terms and conditions.
This offer appears to be targeted to specific cardholders, with only certain American Express cards being eligible. The author mentions that their Platinum Card from American Express is the only card that has been targeted for this offer. They note that the offer is slightly better than previous Air New Zealand offers, as it offers a higher rebate and a longer time frame to meet the spending requirement.
While $1,250 may not be a significant amount to spend on air travel, especially for families or those booking premium cabins, the offer provides a relatively easy way to earn a rebate. The author highlights that the spending requirement does not have to be met in a single transaction, making it even more accessible. However, it is important to note that the offer only applies to bookings made in US dollars and for travel originating in the US.
In conclusion, American Express is targeting select cardholders with an offer to save on spending with Air New Zealand. Cardholders can earn a $225 statement credit by spending $1,250 or more in one or more transactions, as long as the payment is made in USD and the travel originates in the US. The offer is subject to certain terms and conditions and is only available to eligible cardholders.