Air New Zealand NZ5261 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ5261 flight operated by Air New Zealand on Sep 21, 2026, flying from Tauranga (TRG) to Wellington (WLG), departed at 3:47 PM and is expected to arrive at 4:59 PM at Wellington International Airport (WLG).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 11m early
1h 25m
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Arrival Gate
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En route
Your flight has departed Tauranga and is expected to arrive in Wellington at 4:59 PM.
1h 25m
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NZ5261
Track the Previous Flight Status: Landed at Tauranga
NZ5264
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Wellington (WLG) 
Tauranga (TRG)
Tauranga (TRG)Scheduled: 10:10 AM
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7m early
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NZ5261 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ5261 flight from Tauranga to Wellington on 9/21/2026 is operated using the aircraft model de Havilland DHC-8-300 Dash 8/8Q. This aircraft has been in service for 19y, 1m. The aircraft has 50 seats.
de Havilland DHC-8-300 Dash 8/8Q
Punctuality (Departure)
97%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100%
Early on average
5 minutes
Age
19y, 1m
Seats
50
Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
Snacks
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for NZ5261
Trip.com historical records show that the last NZ5261 flight departed on Sun, Sep 20 from TRG at approximately 3:28 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in WLG at 4:44 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 13 | Tauranga (TRG) | Wellington (WLG) | DH8C | 3:35 PM | 4:46 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 14 | Tauranga (TRG) | Wellington (WLG) | DH8C | 3:40 PM | 4:53 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 17 | Tauranga (TRG) | Wellington (WLG) | DH8C | 3:37 PM | 4:38 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 18 | Tauranga (TRG) | Wellington (WLG) | DH8C | 3:36 PM | 4:52 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 19 | Tauranga (TRG) | Wellington (WLG) | DH8C | 3:32 PM | 4:41 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Tauranga (TRG) | Wellington (WLG) | DH8C | 3:28 PM | 4:44 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Tauranga (TRG) | Wellington (WLG) | DH8C | 3:47 PM | 4:59 PM | En route |
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NZ5261 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of NZ5261 is 97% (Late on average 7 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
97%
Late on average 7 minutes
Early
13%
On time
83%
30 mins late
3%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100%
Early on average 5 minutes
Early
80%
On time
20%
30 mins late
0%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
0%
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What is the current status of flight nz5261?
Flight nz5261 has departed (status: En route). Departure 3:47 PM, estimated arrival 4:59 PM (updated Sep 21, 2026).Is flight nz5261 on time today?
Flight nz5261 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 3:47 PM and is estimated to arrive at 4:59 PM.Has flight nz5261 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight nz5261 is scheduled to depart at 3:30 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 3:47 PM, and the current status is En route (updated Sep 21, 2026).When is flight nz5261 scheduled to arrive?
Flight nz5261 is scheduled to arrive at 4:55 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 4:59 PM. Status is En route as of Sep 21, 2026.What route does flight nz5261 fly?
Flight nz5261 is operated by Air New Zealand from Tauranga (TRG) to Wellington (WLG). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Monday.How can I check real-time status for flight nz5261?
Track flight nz5261 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight nz5261 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If nz5261 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Sep 21, 2026). Contact Air New Zealand or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight nz5261 departed from Tauranga?
Flight nz5261 has departed from Tauranga (TRG) at 3:47 PM (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight nz5261?
Flight nz5261 usually flies a de Havilland DHC-8-300 Dash 8/8Q with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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