What is the current status of flight jq971?

Flight jq971 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 23:45, arrival 05:20 (updated Sep 21, 2026).

Is flight jq971 on time today?

Flight jq971 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 23:45, with arrival at 05:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.

Has flight jq971 departed yet? What is the departure time?

Flight jq971 is scheduled to depart at 23:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 23:45, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 21, 2026).

When is flight jq971 scheduled to arrive?

Flight jq971 is scheduled to arrive at 05:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 04:56. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 21, 2026.

What is the gate information for flight jq971?

For flight jq971, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 3. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.

What route does flight jq971 fly?

Flight jq971 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours35 minutes; operating days may include Monday.

How can I check real-time status for flight jq971?

Track flight jq971 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 flight jq971 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?

If jq971 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, 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.

Has flight jq971 departed from Perth?

Flight jq971 has not departed from Perth (PER) yet and is currently on schedule for 23:45.

What is the seat configuration for flight jq971?

Flight jq971 usually flies a Airbus A321neo with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

Jetstar Airways

JQ971 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ971 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Sep 21, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 23:45 (local time in Perth, UTC+8) and land at 04:56 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+10) .

Sun, Sep 20

Mon, Sep 21

PER-MEL

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Arrived

The flight has arrived 12m early

Perth(PER)

00:01

Scheduled: 23:45, Sep 20

Perth Airport T2

3h 35m

Melbourne(MEL)

05:08

Scheduled: 05:20, Sep 21

Melbourne Airport T4

Check-in Counter

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

PER-MEL

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Scheduled

Your flight will depart on time.

Perth(PER)

23:45

Scheduled: 23:45, Sep 21

Perth Airport T2

3h 35m

Melbourne(MEL)

04:56

Scheduled: 05:20, Sep 22

Melbourne Airport T4

Check-in Counter

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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JQ971

JQ971 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ971 flight flying from Perth to Melbourne on 9/21/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 2y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.

Airbus A321neo

Punctuality (Departure)

73%

Punctuality (Arrival)

93%

Early on average

1 minute

Age

2y, 10m

Seats

180

Flight Distance

Economy

In-Flight Services

None

Paid entertainment

Wi-Fi is unavailable

USB port

Seat Information

74 cm

More legroom than on 4% of flights

45 cm

Seat width better than on 87% of flights

100°

Reclining Angle

3-3

Seat layout example

Flight History for JQ971

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ971 flight departed on Sun, Sep 20 from PER at approximately 00:01. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 05:08.

Date	Airport		Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Date	Departure	Arrival	Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Tue, Sep 15	Perth (PER)	Melbourne (MEL)	321	00:14	05:38	Arrived
Wed, Sep 16	Perth (PER)	Melbourne (MEL)	A21N	00:00	05:23	Arrived
Thu, Sep 17	Perth (PER)	Melbourne (MEL)	A21N	00:07	05:12	Arrived
Fri, Sep 18	Perth (PER)	Melbourne (MEL)	A21N	00:15	05:22	Arrived
Sat, Sep 19	Perth (PER)	Melbourne (MEL)	A21N	00:19	05:17	Arrived
Sun, Sep 20	Perth (PER)	Melbourne (MEL)	A21N	00:01	05:08	Arrived
Mon, Sep 21	Perth (PER)	Melbourne (MEL)	A21N	23:45	04:56	Scheduled

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JQ971 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ971 is 73% (Late on average 24 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 1 minute).

On-Time Departures

Punctuality

73%

Late on average 24 minutes

Early

On time

73%

30 mins late

23%

60 mins late

90 mins late

Canceled

On-Time Arrivals

Punctuality

93%

Early on average 1 minute

Early

60%

On time

33%

30 mins late

60 mins late

90 mins late

Canceled

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current status of flight jq971?
Flight jq971 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 23:45, arrival 05:20 (updated Sep 21, 2026).
Is flight jq971 on time today?
Flight jq971 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 23:45, with arrival at 05:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
Has flight jq971 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq971 is scheduled to depart at 23:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 23:45, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 21, 2026).
When is flight jq971 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq971 is scheduled to arrive at 05:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 04:56. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 21, 2026.
What is the gate information for flight jq971?
For flight jq971, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 3. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
What route does flight jq971 fly?
Flight jq971 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours35 minutes; operating days may include Monday.
How can I check real-time status for flight jq971?
Track flight jq971 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 flight jq971 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq971 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, 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.
Has flight jq971 departed from Perth?
Flight jq971 has not departed from Perth (PER) yet and is currently on schedule for 23:45.
What is the seat configuration for flight jq971?
Flight jq971 usually flies a Airbus A321neo 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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