AWB prefix 086 identifies Air New Zealand. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 086-XXXXXXXX.
Enter the 8-digit serial (the block after the prefix) to open the official Air New Zealand tracking page. See also Air New Zealand AWB tracking and the AWB prefix lookup.
What does AWB prefix 086 mean?
AWB prefix 086 identifies Air New Zealand. A standard IATA air waybill is 11 digits: a 3-digit prefix, a 7-digit serial and a 1-digit modulo-7 check digit, written as 086-XXXXXXXX. Tracking is performed on the carrier’s official portal — this site identifies the prefix and routes you there.
| Headquarters | Auckland, New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Airline Alliance | Star Alliance |
| AWB Format & Mod-7 | 11 digits: prefix 086 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit |
| Tracking Engine | Air New Zealand Cargo |
| Primary Hubs | Auckland Airport (AKL), Christchurch (CHC) |
How to Track Your Shipment
Locate 8-Digit Serial
Confirm the number starts with 086. Then use the 8-digit block after the prefix (7-digit serial + check digit).
Verify Airline Prefix
Prefix 086 maps to Air New Zealand. Open the carrier tracking page if you already know the airline.
Click Track
Instantly view live status directly on the official tracking portal.
FAQ
- What airline uses AWB prefix 086?
- 086 is the IATA air waybill prefix for Air New Zealand.
- How do I track a 086 AWB?
- Enter the 8-digit serial above, or use Air New Zealand AWB tracking. We open the official carrier portal with the number filled in.
- What is the standard format?
- 11 digits: prefix 086 + 7-digit serial + 1 check digit. The check digit is the unweighted modulo-7 of the 7-digit serial, per IATA.