Originally Posted by
j2tx
Thanks number_6 for responding to my inquiry. Bummer to hear about the no interlining of baggage by Air NZ. Now I'm even more disappointed that I couldn't get the AKL-SYD segment as part of the UA award ticket. I booked AKL-SYD separately then Air NZ changed the flight time. There's now 1 hr 50min between flights. Do you think I'll be okay making the connection if the Air NZ flight is on time? Do you know if I'll have to clear customs in SYD before collecting my luggage? I appreciate any information you or others can provide.
Do you have checked bags? If so, there is very little chance of making the connection. If hand carry only, you are fine. UA checkin at SYD closes 60 minutes prior to departure. The issue you have is that bags often don't start getting to the belt for 30 minutes in Sydney and then you still need to make it through Customs which could take a while.