Jetstar Airways JQ946 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ946 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Oct 31, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). The flight is expected to depart at 7:50 PM (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 9:47 PM (local time in Cairns, UTC+10) .
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Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
49
Arrival Gate
20
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
42
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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JQ946 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ946 flight flying from Melbourne to Cairns on 10/31/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 17y. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
37
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Age
17y
Seats
180
Flight Distance
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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 13% of flights
45 cm
Seat width better than on 50% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ946
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 25 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 9:30 PM | 11:30 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 9:15 PM | 11:11 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 8:22 PM | 10:21 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 8:00 PM | 9:54 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 8:22 PM | 10:23 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 7:50 PM | 9:47 PM | Scheduled |
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JQ946 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ946 is 37% (Late on average 40 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
37
%
Late on average
40 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
40
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
13
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
0
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight jq946?
Flight jq946 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 7:50 PM, arrival 10:10 PM (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight jq946 on time today?
Flight jq946 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 7:50 PM, with arrival at 10:10 PM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight jq946 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq946 is scheduled to depart at 7:50 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 7:50 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight jq946 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq946 is scheduled to arrive at 10:10 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 9:47 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 31, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq946?
For flight jq946, 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.What route does flight jq946 fly?
Flight jq946 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours20 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq946?
Track flight jq946 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 jq946 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq946 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 31, 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 jq946 departed from Melbourne?
Flight jq946 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 7:50 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight jq946?
Flight jq946 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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