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NZ521 Flight Status

Based on Trip.com’s real-time data, the NZ521 flight operated by Air New Zealand on Nov 12, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC). The flight is expected to depart at 07:25 and land at 08:30 .
Fri, Nov 6
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
AKL-CHC

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m early
Auckland(AKL)
07:36
Scheduled: 07:25, Nov 6
Auckland Airport D
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 25m
Christchurch(CHC)
08:41
Scheduled: 08:50, Nov 6
Christchurch International Airport D
Check-in Counter
B
Boarding Gate
28
Arrival Gate
D18
Baggage
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AKL-CHC

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Auckland(AKL)
07:25
Scheduled: 07:25, Nov 12
Auckland Airport D
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 25m
Christchurch(CHC)
08:30
Scheduled: 08:50, Nov 12
Christchurch International Airport D
Check-in Counter
B
Boarding Gate
24
Arrival Gate
18
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Auckland(AKL)
07:25
Scheduled: 07:25, Nov 13
Auckland Airport D
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 25m
Christchurch(CHC)
08:50
Scheduled: 08:50, Nov 13
Christchurch International Airport D
Check-in Counter
A,B
Boarding Gate
32
Arrival Gate
17
Baggage
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NZ626
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Queenstown (ZQN) Auckland (AKL)
Scheduled: 19:10
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6m late
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NZ521 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the NZ521 flight flying from Auckland to Christchurch on 11/12/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 12y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 171 seats.
flight status
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
80 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
90 %
Late on average
2 minutes
Age
12y, 10m
Seats
171
Distance
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Flight History for NZ521

Trip.com historical records show that the last NZ521 flight departed on Fri, Nov 6 from AKL at approximately 07:36. This flight is expected to arrrive in CHC at 08:41.
Date Airport Aircraft Type Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Fri, Oct 23 Auckland (AKL) Christchurch (CHC) A21N 07:54 09:01 Arrived
Thu, Oct 29 Auckland (AKL) Christchurch (CHC) 320 07:31 08:38 Arrived
Fri, Oct 30 Auckland (AKL) Christchurch (CHC) 320 07:40 08:51 Arrived
Thu, Nov 5 Auckland (AKL) Christchurch (CHC) 320 07:39 08:47 Arrived
Fri, Nov 6 Auckland (AKL) Christchurch (CHC) 320 07:36 08:41 Arrived
Thu, Nov 12 Auckland (AKL) Christchurch (CHC) 320 07:25 08:30 Scheduled
Fri, Nov 13 Auckland (AKL) Christchurch (CHC) 320 07:25 08:50 Scheduled

NZ521 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of NZ521 is 80% (Late on average 19 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 2 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80 %
Late on average 19 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
80 %
30 mins late
17 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90 %
Late on average 2 minutes
Early
63 %
On time
27 %
30 mins late
7 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight nz521?

    Flight nz521 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 07:25, arrival 08:50 (updated Nov 12, 2026).
  • Flight nz521 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 07:25, with arrival at 08:50. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight nz521 is scheduled to depart at 07:25. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:25, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 12, 2026).
  • Flight nz521 is scheduled to arrive at 08:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:30. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 12, 2026.
  • For flight nz521, the departure terminal is D and the boarding gate is 24. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • Flight nz521 is operated by Air New Zealand from Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC). Typical flight time is about 1 hour25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.
  • Track flight nz521 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 nz521 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 nz521 has not departed from Auckland (AKL) yet and is currently on schedule for 07:25.
  • Flight nz521 usually flies a Airbus A320 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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Destination Info: Christchurch Weather & Time

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Partly clear
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12°C - 23°C
Expected weather conditions upon arrival
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0 hour time difference
Time on arrival: Auckland 08:30 | Christchurch 08:30

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