Air New Zealand NZ946 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ946 flight operated by Air New Zealand on Oct 22, 2026, flying from Auckland (AKL) to Rarotonga (RAR), departed at 8:54 AM (local time in Auckland, UTC+13) and is expected to arrive at 1:13 PM (local time in Rarotonga, UTC-10) at Rarotonga International Airport (RAR).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2h late
3h 45m
Check-in Counter
A,B
Boarding Gate
10
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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En route
Your flight has departed Auckland and is expected to arrive in Rarotonga at 1:13 PM.
3h 45m
Check-in Counter
A,B
Boarding Gate
8
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 45m
Check-in Counter
A,B
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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NZ146
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Brisbane (BNE)
Auckland (AKL)
Auckland (AKL)
Scheduled: 5:50 PM
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16m late
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NZ946 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ946 flight from Auckland to Rarotonga on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 8y, 1m. The aircraft has 302 seats.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
83
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Age
8y, 1m
Seats
302
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width better than on 25% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
3-4-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
104 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-4-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for NZ946
Trip.com historical records show that the last NZ946 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from AKL at approximately 11:19 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in RAR at 3:30 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | B77W | 9:12 AM | 1:25 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | 789 | 9:04 AM | 1:21 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | B77W | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | 789 | 9:11 AM | 1:35 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | B77W | 11:19 AM | 3:30 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | 789 | 8:54 AM | 1:13 PM | En route |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | B77W | 8:45 AM | 1:30 PM | Scheduled |
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NZ946 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of NZ946 is 83% (Late on average 23 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
23 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
83
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight nz946?
Flight nz946 has departed (status: En route). Departure 8:54 AM, estimated arrival 1:13 PM (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight nz946 on time today?
Flight nz946 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 8:54 AM and is estimated to arrive at 1:13 PM.Has flight nz946 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight nz946 is scheduled to depart at 8:45 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 8:54 AM, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight nz946 scheduled to arrive?
Flight nz946 is scheduled to arrive at 1:30 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 1:13 PM. Status is En route as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight nz946?
For flight nz946, the departure terminal is I and the boarding gate is 8. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight nz946 fly?
Flight nz946 is operated by Air New Zealand from Auckland (AKL) to Rarotonga (RAR). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 45 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight nz946?
Track flight nz946 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 nz946 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If nz946 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 22, 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 nz946 departed from Auckland?
Flight nz946 has departed from Auckland (AKL) at 8:54 AM (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight nz946?
Flight nz946 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 with seat layout 3-4-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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