The final report on Christchurch International Airport Limited’s 2022 – 2027 price-setting event concludes that the airport’s estimated capital and target profit cost are reasonable.
“Christchurch Airport chose to focus its approach to setting 2022–2027 prices on continuity, predictability and transparency,” said Commissioner Vhari McWha.
“The Airport maintains a simplified per-passenger pricing structure but will now only charge for the arrival or departure of transferring passengers rather than both. This is in line with the practices of overseas airports.”
The Commerce Commission is satisfied that Christchurch Airport is not targeting excessive profits when setting its landing and passenger charges, which influence the prices for domestic and international flights.
A final report for Auckland Airport’s fourth price-setting event this year is expected soon while Wellington Airport prepares for its fifth.
Christchurch, Auckland, and Wellington international airports are subject to information disclosure regulation under Part 4 of the Commerce Act, which improves transparency on profits, investment, pricing, and service levels.
