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QF1888 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1888 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 7, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS). The flight is expected to depart at 16:50 and land at 18:49 .
Fri, Nov 6
Sat, Nov 7
Sun, Nov 8
BNE-CNS

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2m early
Brisbane(BNE)
17:07
Scheduled: 16:50, Nov 6
Brisbane Airport D
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 25m
Cairns(CNS)
19:13
Scheduled: 19:15, Nov 6
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
23
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
D2
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BNE-CNS

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Brisbane(BNE)
16:50
Scheduled: 16:50, Nov 7
Brisbane Airport D
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 25m
Cairns(CNS)
18:49
Scheduled: 19:15, Nov 7
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
20
Arrival Gate
21
Baggage
D2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Brisbane(BNE)
16:50
Scheduled: 16:50, Nov 8
Brisbane Airport D
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 25m
Cairns(CNS)
19:15
Scheduled: 19:15, Nov 8
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
17
Baggage
D2
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QF1888

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QF1887
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Cairns (CNS) Brisbane (BNE)
Scheduled: 16:10
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QF1888 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1888 flight flying from Brisbane to Cairns on 11/7/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 97 seats.
flight status
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
57 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
80 %
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
18y, 2m
Seats
97
Flight Distance
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Flight History for QF1888

Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1888 flight departed on Fri, Nov 6 from BNE at approximately 17:07. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 19:13.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Mon, Nov 2 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:09 19:08 Arrived
Tue, Nov 3 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 18:16 20:17 Arrived
Wed, Nov 4 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:08 19:04 Arrived
Thu, Nov 5 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:28 19:39 Arrived
Fri, Nov 6 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:07 19:13 Arrived
Sat, Nov 7 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 16:50 18:49 Scheduled
Sun, Nov 8 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 16:50 19:15 Scheduled

QF1888 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1888 is 57% (Late on average 33 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 10 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57 %
Late on average 33 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
57 %
30 mins late
30 %
60 mins late
13 %
90 mins late
0 %
Canceled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80 %
Late on average 10 minutes
Early
47 %
On time
33 %
30 mins late
13 %
60 mins late
7 %
90 mins late
0 %
Canceled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight qf1888?

    Flight qf1888 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 16:50, arrival 19:15 (updated Nov 7, 2026).
  • Flight qf1888 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 16:50, with arrival at 19:15. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight qf1888 is scheduled to depart at 16:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 16:50, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 7, 2026).
  • Flight qf1888 is scheduled to arrive at 19:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:49. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 7, 2026.
  • For flight qf1888, the departure terminal is D and the boarding gate is 20. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight qf1888 is expected at carousel D2 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight qf1888 is operated by Qantas Airways from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 2 hours25 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.
  • Track flight qf1888 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 qf1888 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 7, 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 qf1888 has not departed from Brisbane (BNE) yet and is currently on schedule for 16:50.
  • Flight qf1888 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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Arrival Info: Cairns Weather & Current Time

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21°C - 33°C
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Time on arrival: Brisbane 18:49 | Cairns 18:49

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