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NZ5856 Flight status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ5856 flight operated by Air New Zealand on Nov 12, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Christchurch (CHC) to Nelson (NSN). The flight is expected to depart at 5:45 PM and arrive at 6:28 PM .
Fri, Nov 6
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
CHC-NSN

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 30m late
Christchurch(CHC)
6:30 PM
Scheduled: 17:45, Nov 6
Christchurch Airport
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h
Nelson(NSN)
7:15 PM
Scheduled: 18:45, Nov 6
Nelson Airport
Check-in Counter
A
Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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CHC-NSN

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Christchurch(CHC)
5:45 PM
Scheduled: 17:45, Nov 12
Christchurch Airport
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h
Nelson(NSN)
6:28 PM
Scheduled: 18:45, Nov 12
Nelson Airport
Check-in Counter
A
Boarding Gate
12
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Christchurch(CHC)
5:45 PM
Scheduled: 17:45, Nov 13
Christchurch Airport
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h
Nelson(NSN)
6:45 PM
Scheduled: 18:45, Nov 13
Nelson Airport
Check-in Counter
A
Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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NZ5185
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Palmerston North (PMR) Christchurch (CHC)
Scheduled: 4:45 PM
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NZ5856 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ5856 flight from Christchurch to Nelson on 11/12/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Alenia ATR 72. This aircraft has been in service for 7y, 7m. The aircraft has 68 seats.
flight status
Alenia ATR 72
Punctuality (Departure)
85 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
85 %
Late on average
1 minute
Age
7y, 7m
Seats
68
Flight Distance
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Flight History for NZ5856

Trip.com historical records show that the last NZ5856 flight departed on Fri, Nov 6 from CHC at approximately 6:30 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in NSN at 7:15 PM.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Fri, Oct 23 Christchurch (CHC) Nelson (NSN) AT76 6:09 PM 6:50 PM Arrived
Wed, Oct 28 Christchurch (CHC) Nelson (NSN) AT76 5:47 PM 6:34 PM Arrived
Thu, Oct 29 Christchurch (CHC) Nelson (NSN) AT76 6:04 PM 6:49 PM Arrived
Fri, Oct 30 Christchurch (CHC) Nelson (NSN) AT76 6:08 PM 6:55 PM Arrived
Fri, Nov 6 Christchurch (CHC) Nelson (NSN) AT76 6:30 PM 7:15 PM Arrived
Thu, Nov 12 Christchurch (CHC) Nelson (NSN) AT76 5:45 PM 6:28 PM Scheduled
Fri, Nov 13 Christchurch (CHC) Nelson (NSN) AT76 5:45 PM 6:45 PM Scheduled

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 85% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 85% (Late on average 1 minute).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
85 %
Late on average 17 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
85 %
30 mins late
12 %
60 mins late
4 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
85 %
Late on average 1 minute
Early
54 %
On time
31 %
30 mins late
15 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
0 %

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Flight FAQs

  • What is the current status of flight nz5856?

    Flight nz5856 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 5:45 PM, arrival 6:45 PM (updated Nov 12, 2026).
  • Flight nz5856 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 5:45 PM, with arrival at 6:45 PM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight nz5856 is scheduled to depart at 5:45 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 5:45 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 12, 2026).
  • Flight nz5856 is scheduled to arrive at 6:45 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 6:28 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 12, 2026.
  • 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 Thursday.
  • Track flight nz5856 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 nz5856 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 12, 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.
  • Flight nz5856 has not departed from Christchurch (CHC) yet and is currently on schedule for 5:45 PM.
  • 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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Arrival Info: Nelson Weather & Current Time

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Time on arrival: Christchurch 18:28 | Nelson 18:28

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