Qantas QF8553 Flight Status Today

Domestic flight Qantas QF8553 takes off from Christchurch (CHC) New Zealand to Nelson (NSN) New Zealand. It's operated by Qantas. The plane leaves Christchurch International Airport at 16:05 20 January 2026 Pacific/Auckland. The flight is expected to land at Nelson Airport at 17:00 20 January 2026 Pacific/Auckland. The flight will last about 1 hours 3 minutes.

Current status of QF8553 is Arrived Delayed by 18m

QF8553 - QFA8553 Qantas (QF)
CHC Christchurch New Zealand
Flight CHC to NSN
NSN Nelson New Zealand
Arrived Delayed by 18m
Departure Christchurch International Airport
IATA: CHCICAO: NZCH
Scheduled 16:05 20 January 2026
Actual 16:15 20 January 2026
None D11
Arrival Nelson Airport
IATA: NSNICAO: NZNS
Scheduled 17:00 20 January 2026
Actual 17:18 20 January 2026
None None
QF8553 Detail
  • Type: Domestic Flight
  • Code Shares: SQ 4524
  • Flight Duration: 1 hours 3 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 250 kms / 155 miles
Airline
  • Qantas
  • IATA: QF
  • ICAO: QFA
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 50
  • Freight capacity: 3.5 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: ATR 72
  • Callsign: QNZ8553
  • Departure Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Arrival Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Current Time in Christchurch: Tuesday 2026-01-20 23:49 PM
  • Current Time in Nelson: Tuesday 2026-01-20 23:49 PM

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Qantas Flight QF8553 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Qantas QF8553 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 1 hour(s) 3 minutes, with the flight distance of 250 km (155 miles).

What is the current status of Qantas QF8553 flight?

The current status of flight Qantas QF8553 is Arrived Delayed by 18m.

What type of aircraft is used for the Qantas QF8553 flight?

All Qantas QF8553 flights are operated using ATR 72 aircraft.

How many Qantas QF8553 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Qantas QF8553 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.