Air New Zealand NZ8979 Flight Status Today

Domestic flight Air New Zealand NZ8979 takes off from Wellington (WLG) New Zealand to Christchurch (CHC) New Zealand. It's operated by Air New Zealand. The plane leaves Wellington International Airport at 18:45 Pacific/Auckland. The flight is expected to land at Christchurch International Airport at 19:50 Pacific/Auckland. The flight will last about 39 minutes.

NZ8979 - ANZ8979 Air New Zealand (NZ)
WLG Wellington New Zealand
Flight WLG to CHC
CHC Christchurch New Zealand
NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS Lasted record on
Departure Wellington International Airport
IATA: WLGICAO: NZWN
Scheduled 18:45
None 11
Arrival Christchurch International Airport
IATA: CHCICAO: NZCH
Scheduled 19:50
None D12
NZ8979 Detail
  • Type: Domestic Flight
  • Flight Duration: 39 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 304 kms / 189 miles
Airline
  • Air New Zealand
  • IATA: NZ
  • ICAO: ANZ
  • Operating Days: NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS
Passenger Services
  • Service type: None
  • Seats: None
  • Freight capacity: None
  • Passenger classes: None
More Detail
  • Aircraft: De Havilland Canada Dash 8-300
  • Callsign: F-NZCH1
  • Departure Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Arrival Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Current Time in Wellington: Monday 2026-02-09 17:16 PM
  • Current Time in Christchurch: Monday 2026-02-09 17:16 PM

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Air New Zealand Flight NZ8979 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Air New Zealand NZ8979 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 39 minutes, with the flight distance of 304 km (189 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the Air New Zealand NZ8979 flight?

All Air New Zealand NZ8979 flights are operated using De Havilland Canada Dash 8-300 aircraft.