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QF1853 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1853 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Sep 21, 2026, scheduled to fly from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 20:10 , with a new arrival time of 22:50 (local time in Cairns, UTC+10) . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
Fri, Sep 18
Mon, Sep 21
DRW-CNS

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 20m early
Darwin(DRW)
17:38
Scheduled: 17:35, Sep 18
Darwin International Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 30m
Cairns(CNS)
20:15
Scheduled: 20:35, Sep 18
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
16
Baggage
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DRW-CNS

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Delayed
Your flight is about 2h 35m late
Darwin(DRW)
20:10
Scheduled: 17:35, Sep 21
Darwin International Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 30m
Cairns(CNS)
22:50
Scheduled: 20:35, Sep 21
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
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Cairns (CNS) Darwin (DRW)
Scheduled: 18:30
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QF1853 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1853 flight flying from Darwin to Cairns on 9/21/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 97 seats.
flight status
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
93%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93%
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
18y, 10m
Seats
97
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
1-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF1853

Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1853 flight departed on Fri, Sep 18 from DRW at approximately 17:38. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 20:15.
DateAirportAircraft ModelDepartureArrivalStatus
DepartureArrival
Fri, Aug 28Darwin (DRW)Cairns (CNS)E19017:4820:30Arrived
Mon, Aug 31Darwin (DRW)Cairns (CNS)E19017:4820:26Arrived
Mon, Sep 7Darwin (DRW)Cairns (CNS)E19017:4520:29Arrived
Fri, Sep 11Darwin (DRW)Cairns (CNS)E19021:3000:08Arrived
Mon, Sep 14Darwin (DRW)Cairns (CNS)E19017:4220:27Arrived
Fri, Sep 18Darwin (DRW)Cairns (CNS)E19017:3820:15Arrived
Mon, Sep 21Darwin (DRW)Cairns (CNS)E19020:1022:50Delayed
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QF1853 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1853 is 93% (Late on average 18 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 0 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
93%
Late on average 18 minutes
Early
10%
On time
83%
30 mins late
0%
60 mins late
3%
90 mins late
3%
Canceled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93%
Early on average 0 minutes
Early
87%
On time
7%
30 mins late
3%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
3%
Canceled
0%

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight qf1853?

    Flight qf1853 is delayed by about 155 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 20:10 / 22:50 (updated Sep 21, 2026).
  • Flight qf1853 is delayed by about 155 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 20:10 / 22:50. Watch for gate changes.
  • Flight qf1853 is scheduled to depart at 17:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 20:10, and the current status is Delayed (updated Sep 21, 2026).
  • Flight qf1853 is scheduled to arrive at 20:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 22:50. Status is Delayed as of Sep 21, 2026.
  • For flight qf1853, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 4. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • Flight qf1853 is operated by Qantas Airways from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 2 hours30 minutes; operating days may include Monday.
  • Track flight qf1853 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 qf1853 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Sep 21, 2026). Contact Qantas Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
  • Flight qf1853 has not left Darwin (DRW) yet and is delayed by about 155 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 20:10.
  • Flight qf1853 usually flies a Embraer 190 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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0.5 hour time difference
Time on arrival: Darwin 22:20| Cairns 22:50

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