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JQ948 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ948 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Nov 7, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). The flight is expected to depart at 15:25 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 17:20 (local time in Cairns, UTC+10) .
Fri, Nov 6
Sat, Nov 7
MEL-CNS

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2h 28m late
Melbourne(MEL)
18:13
Scheduled: 15:25, Nov 6
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 20m
Cairns(CNS)
20:13
Scheduled: 17:45, Nov 6
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
50
Arrival Gate
18
Baggage
D1
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MEL-CNS

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
15:25
Scheduled: 15:25, Nov 7
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 20m
Cairns(CNS)
17:20
Scheduled: 17:45, Nov 7
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
42
Arrival Gate
D20
Baggage
D1
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JQ948

JQ948 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ948 flight flying from Melbourne to Cairns on 11/7/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 6m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
flight status
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
37 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
80 %
Late on average
15 minutes
Age
16y, 6m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
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Flight History for JQ948

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ948 flight departed on Fri, Nov 6 from MEL at approximately 18:13. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 20:13.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Wed, Oct 28 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 320 15:43 17:37 Arrived
Fri, Oct 30 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 320 16:01 17:53 Arrived
Sat, Oct 31 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 320 16:48 18:26 Arrived
Mon, Nov 2 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 320 15:58 17:46 Arrived
Wed, Nov 4 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 320 16:03 18:00 Arrived
Fri, Nov 6 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 320 18:13 20:13 Arrived
Sat, Nov 7 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 320 15:25 17:20 Scheduled

JQ948 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ948 is 37% (Late on average 48 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 15 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
37 %
Late on average 48 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
37 %
30 mins late
40 %
60 mins late
7 %
90 mins late
17 %
Canceled
1 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80 %
Late on average 15 minutes
Early
30 %
On time
50 %
30 mins late
10 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
7 %
Canceled
1 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight jq948?

    Flight jq948 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 15:25, arrival 17:45 (updated Nov 7, 2026).
  • Flight jq948 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 15:25, with arrival at 17:45. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight jq948 is scheduled to depart at 15:25. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:25, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 7, 2026).
  • Flight jq948 is scheduled to arrive at 17:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:20. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 7, 2026.
  • For flight jq948, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 42. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight jq948 is expected at carousel D1 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight jq948 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours20 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.
  • Track flight jq948 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 jq948 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 jq948 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 15:25.
  • Flight jq948 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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Arrival Info: Cairns Weather & Current Time

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-1 hour time difference
Time on arrival: Melbourne 18:20 | Cairns 17:20

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