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JQ916 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ916 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Nov 7, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV). The flight is expected to depart at 16:40 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 18:14 (local time in Townsville, UTC+10) .
Fri, Nov 6
Sat, Nov 7
MEL-TSV

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 36m late
Melbourne(MEL)
18:22
Scheduled: 17:25, Nov 6
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h
Townsville(TSV)
20:01
Scheduled: 19:25, Nov 6
Townsville Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
46
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
2
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MEL-TSV

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
16:40
Scheduled: 16:40, Nov 7
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h
Townsville(TSV)
18:14
Scheduled: 18:40, Nov 7
Townsville Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
49
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
2
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JQ916

Track the Previous Flight Status: Delayed (may impact connections)

JQ777
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Adelaide (ADL) Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 17:45
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1h 43m late
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JQ916 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ916 flight flying from Melbourne to Townsville on 11/7/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 2y. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
flight status
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
43 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
87 %
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
2y
Seats
180
Flight Distance
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Flight History for JQ916

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ916 flight departed on Fri, Nov 6 from MEL at approximately 18:22. This flight is expected to arrrive in TSV at 20:01.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Sat, Oct 31 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 17:21 18:49 Arrived
Sun, Nov 1 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 17:46 19:13 Arrived
Mon, Nov 2 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 18:57 20:29 Arrived
Tue, Nov 3 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 17:44 19:09 Arrived
Wed, Nov 4 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 17:52 19:27 Arrived
Fri, Nov 6 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 18:22 20:01 Arrived
Sat, Nov 7 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) A20N 16:40 18:14 Scheduled

JQ916 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ916 is 43% (Late on average 35 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 10 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
43 %
Late on average 35 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
43 %
30 mins late
47 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
7 %
Canceled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87 %
Late on average 10 minutes
Early
40 %
On time
47 %
30 mins late
7 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
3 %
Canceled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight jq916?

    Flight jq916 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 16:40, arrival 18:40 (updated Nov 7, 2026).
  • Flight jq916 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 16:40, with arrival at 18:40. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight jq916 is scheduled to depart at 16:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 16:40, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 7, 2026).
  • Flight jq916 is scheduled to arrive at 18:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:14. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 7, 2026.
  • For flight jq916, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 49. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight jq916 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight jq916 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV). Typical flight time is about 3 hours; operating days may include Saturday.
  • Track flight jq916 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 jq916 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 7, 2026). Contact Jetstar Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
  • Flight jq916 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 16:40.
  • Flight jq916 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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Time on arrival: Melbourne 19:14 | Townsville 18:14

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