Air New Zealand
NZ5856 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ5856 flight operated by Air New Zealand on Oct 9, 2026, flying from Christchurch (CHC) to Nelson (NSN), departed at 5:59 PM and is expected to arrive at 6:39 PM at Nelson Airport (NSN).
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Fri, Oct 9
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Arrived
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1h
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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En route
Your flight has departed Christchurch and is expected to arrive in Nelson at 6:39 PM.
1h
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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NZ5856
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NZ5369
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Wellington (WLG)
Christchurch (CHC)
Christchurch (CHC)
Scheduled: 5:10 PM
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NZ5856 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ5856 flight from Christchurch to Nelson on 10/9/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Alenia ATR 72. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 4m. The aircraft has 68 seats.
Alenia ATR 72
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
86
%
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
8y, 4m
Seats
68
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
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for NZ5856
Trip.com historical records show that the last NZ5856 flight departed on Fri, Oct 2 from CHC at approximately 6:05 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in NSN at 6:47 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Sep 25 | Christchurch (CHC) | Nelson (NSN) | AT76 | 5:45 PM | 6:33 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Christchurch (CHC) | Nelson (NSN) | AT76 | 6:05 PM | 6:47 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Christchurch (CHC) | Nelson (NSN) | AT76 | 5:59 PM | 6:39 PM | En route |
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NZ5856 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of NZ5856 is 90% (Late on average 15 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 86% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
15 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
90
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
3
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
86
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
59
%
On time
28
%
30 mins late
14
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
3
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight nz5856?
Flight nz5856 has departed (status: En route). Departure 5:59 PM, estimated arrival 6:39 PM (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
Is flight nz5856 on time today?
Flight nz5856 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 5:59 PM and is estimated to arrive at 6:39 PM. -
Has flight nz5856 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight nz5856 is scheduled to depart at 5:45 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 5:59 PM, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
When is flight nz5856 scheduled to arrive?
Flight nz5856 is scheduled to arrive at 6:45 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 6:39 PM. Status is En route as of Oct 9, 2026. -
What route does flight nz5856 fly?
Flight nz5856 is operated by Air New Zealand from Christchurch (CHC) to Nelson (NSN). Typical flight time is about 1 hour; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight nz5856 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight nz5856 departed from Christchurch?
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What is the seat configuration for flight nz5856?
Flight nz5856 usually flies a Alenia ATR 72 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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