Air New Zealand
NZ946 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ946 flight operated by Air New Zealand on Oct 2, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Auckland (AKL) to Rarotonga (RAR). The flight is expected to depart at 8:45 AM (local time in Auckland, UTC+13) and arrive at 12:58 PM (local time in Rarotonga, UTC-10) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m early
3h 45m
Check-in Counter
B
Boarding Gate
10
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 45m
Check-in Counter
B
Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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NZ946 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ946 flight from Auckland to Rarotonga on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft has been in service for 12y, 1m. The aircraft has 342 seats.
Boeing 777-300ER
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Age
12y, 1m
Seats
342
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
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Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-4-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
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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 (free)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
107 cm
Legroom
51 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 Thu, Oct 1 from AKL at approximately 9:06 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in RAR at 1:21 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Sep 26 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | B77W | 10:09 AM | 2:25 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | B77W | 9:08 AM | 1:21 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | 789 | 9:06 AM | 1:19 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | 789 | 8:49 AM | 1:04 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | 789 | 9:41 AM | 2:06 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | 789 | 9:06 AM | 1:21 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Auckland (AKL) | Rarotonga (RAR) | B77W | 8:45 AM | 12:58 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 80% (Late on average 24 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Early
80
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight nz946?
Flight nz946 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 8:45 AM, arrival 1:30 PM (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
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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 8:45 AM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 2, 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 12:58 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight nz946?
For flight nz946, the departure terminal is I and the boarding gate is 7. 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 Friday. -
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If flight nz946 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight nz946 departed from Auckland?
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What is the seat configuration for flight nz946?
Flight nz946 usually flies a Boeing 777-300ER 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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