Air New Zealand NZ653 Flight Status
Based on real-time data from Trip.com, flight NZ653, operated by Air New Zealand and scheduled to fly from Christchurch (CHC to Queenstown (ZQN), has been cancelled. Please contact the airline or airport counter for the latest information.
Mon, Sep 28
Sun, Nov 22
Access more flight status info on the Trip.com app
Show more
Cancelled
Please refer to the airline for the latest information
Check-in Counter
A
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
Need a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown?
Air New Zealand From US$59
Search flights Access more flight status info on the Trip.com app
Show more
Cancelled
Please refer to the airline for the latest information
Check-in Counter
A
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
Need a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown?
Air New Zealand From US$59
Search flights Information provided by VariFlight For the latest updates, please refer to airport announcements or consult your airline. You can also explore more flights from Christchurch to Queenstown or track other flights with our flight status tracker.
Flight got cancelled? Book an alternate flight to Queenstown:
-
Fri, Oct 30Christchurch (CHC)Queenstown (ZQN)
Air New Zealand
One way16% offUS$74US$62
-
Sat, Nov 21Christchurch (CHC)Queenstown (ZQN)
Air New Zealand
One way16% offUS$74US$62
-
Thu, Oct 29Christchurch (CHC)Queenstown (ZQN)
Air New Zealand
One way15% offUS$74US$63
-
Mon, Dec 7Christchurch (CHC)Queenstown (ZQN)
Air New Zealand
One way15% offUS$74US$63
-
Thu, Dec 3Christchurch (CHC)Queenstown (ZQN)
Air New Zealand
One way15% offUS$74US$63
-
Fri, Dec 11Christchurch (CHC)Queenstown (ZQN)
Air New Zealand
One way15% offUS$74US$63
More Cheap Flights
NZ653 Aircraft Details
Plane model info unavailable
Punctuality (Departure)
95
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Late on average
1 minute
Age
--
Seats
--
Distance
--
Economy
Onboard Amenities
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Seating Plan
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
See more amenities and seat info in the app
Show more
Flight History for NZ653
Check more records from Trip.com about NZ653 before and after today
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Sep 28 | Christchurch (CHC) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 32A | -- | -- | Cancelled |
text.text............fake.row.text............text.........fake row
...text
Check upcoming flights with our app
Show more
NZ653 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of NZ653 is 95% (Late on average 19 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Late on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
95
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
95
%
30 mins late
5
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
5
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Late on average
1 minute
Early
38
%
On time
62
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
5
%
Need a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown?
- From Christchurch
- To Queenstown
- Return flights
More Cheap Flights
More Cheap Flights
More Cheap Flights
Recommended hotels in Queenstown
Hotels near Queenstown Airport
Hotels near Queenstown
9.8/10
20 Reviews
Executive 2 Bedroom Apartment Remarkables Park
0.62 km from the airport
8.4/10
121 Reviews
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Queenstown Remarkables Park
0.69 km from the airport
13% off
US$120 US$105
9.1/10
398 Reviews
Holiday Inn QUEENSTOWN REMARKABLES PARK by IHG
0.74 km from the airport
US$96 US$111
8.3/10
242 Reviews
Wyndham Garden Remarkables Park Queenstown
0.75 km from the airport
21% off
US$112 US$88
-/10
Reviews
Ladena by MajorDomo
0.56 km from downtown
US$4,293
9.1/10
10 Reviews
The Hideaway - Hot Tub - Flat Walk to Town
1.09 km from downtown
24% off
US$2,538 US$1,918
8.9/10
68 Reviews
The Carlin Boutique Hotel
0.26 km from downtown
US$1,079
9.7/10
50 Reviews
The Spire Hotel
0.2 km from downtown
US$1,004
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight nz653?
Flight nz653 has been canceled (status: Cancelled). Contact Air New Zealand or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Oct 18, 2026).Is flight nz653 on time today?
Flight nz653 has been canceled (status: Cancelled). Contact Air New Zealand or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options; if booked on Trip.com, use Manage Booking.Has flight nz653 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight nz653 is scheduled to depart at 15:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:05, and the current status is Cancelled (updated Oct 18, 2026).When is flight nz653 scheduled to arrive?
Flight nz653 is scheduled to arrive at 16:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:05. Status is Cancelled as of Oct 18, 2026.How can I check real-time status for flight nz653?
Track flight nz653 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 nz653 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If nz653 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Cancelled, updated Oct 18, 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 nz653 departed from Christchurch?
Flight nz653 has been canceled and did not depart from Christchurch (CHC). Contact Air New Zealand or your booking channel for next steps.
Plan Your Queenstown Trip: Cheap Flights, Hotels & Attractions
Hotels
Airport Transfers
Tours & Tickets
Car Rentals
Destination Info: Queenstown Weather & Time
Clear
|
-°C - 20°C
Expected weather conditions upon arrival
- hour time difference
Time on arrival: Christchurch 16:05
|
Queenstown 16:05
Worldwide Coverage
Flights to over 5,000 cities
One-stop Service Guarantee
Price guaranteed upon confirmed payment, booking guaranteed once tickets issued
Secure Payment
Convenient & reliable booking and payment system