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JQ956 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ956 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Sep 21, 2026, scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 19:47 , with a new arrival time of 22:31 . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
Sun, Sep 20
Mon, Sep 21
Tue, Sep 22
SYD-CNS

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 56m late
Sydney(SYD)
20:40
Scheduled: 19:15, Sep 20
Kingsford Smith Airport T2
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 10m
Cairns(CNS)
23:21
Scheduled: 22:25, Sep 20
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
1-11,40-45
Boarding Gate
A57
Arrival Gate
19
Baggage
--
SYD-CNS

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Delayed
Your flight is about 32m late
Sydney(SYD)
19:47
Scheduled: 19:15, Sep 21
Kingsford Smith Airport T2
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 10m
Cairns(CNS)
22:31
Scheduled: 22:25, Sep 21
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
1-11,40-45
Boarding Gate
A52
Arrival Gate
21
Baggage
--
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SYD-CNS

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Sydney(SYD)
19:15
Scheduled: 19:15, Sep 22
Kingsford Smith Airport T2
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 10m
Cairns(CNS)
22:25
Scheduled: 22:25, Sep 22
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
1-11,40-45
Boarding Gate
A49
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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JQ956 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ956 flight flying from Sydney to Cairns on 9/21/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
flight status
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
37%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83%
Late on average
11 minutes
Age
16y, 2m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
74 cm
More legroom than on 15% of flights
45 cm
Seat width better than on 62% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ956

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ956 flight departed on Sun, Sep 20 from SYD at approximately 20:40. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 23:21.
DateAirportAircraft ModelDepartureArrivalStatus
DepartureArrival
Wed, Sep 16Sydney (SYD)Cairns (CNS)32019:4622:35Arrived
Thu, Sep 17Sydney (SYD)Cairns (CNS)32019:5822:36Arrived
Fri, Sep 18Sydney (SYD)Cairns (CNS)32019:5222:15Arrived
Sat, Sep 19Sydney (SYD)Cairns (CNS)32019:5022:24Arrived
Sun, Sep 20Sydney (SYD)Cairns (CNS)32020:4023:21Arrived
Mon, Sep 21Sydney (SYD)Cairns (CNS)32019:4722:31Delayed
Tue, Sep 22Sydney (SYD)Cairns (CNS)32019:1522:25Scheduled
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JQ956 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ956 is 37% (Late on average 38 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 11 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
37%
Late on average 38 minutes
Early
0%
On time
37%
30 mins late
50%
60 mins late
3%
90 mins late
10%
Canceled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83%
Late on average 11 minutes
Early
43%
On time
40%
30 mins late
3%
60 mins late
13%
90 mins late
0%
Canceled
0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight jq956?

    Flight jq956 is delayed by about 32 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 19:47 / 22:31 (updated Sep 21, 2026).
  • Flight jq956 is delayed by about 32 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 19:47 / 22:31. Watch for gate changes.
  • Flight jq956 is scheduled to depart at 19:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:47, and the current status is Delayed (updated Sep 21, 2026).
  • Flight jq956 is scheduled to arrive at 22:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 22:31. Status is Delayed as of Sep 21, 2026.
  • For flight jq956, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A52. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • Flight jq956 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours10 minutes; operating days may include Monday.
  • Track flight jq956 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 jq956 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Sep 21, 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 jq956 has not left Sydney (SYD) yet and is delayed by about 32 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 19:47.
  • Flight jq956 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: Sydney 22:25| Cairns 22:25

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