Jetstar Airways JQ948 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ948 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 3:25 PM (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 5:22 PM (local time in Cairns, UTC+10) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 7m late
3h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
49
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
48
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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JQ948 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ948 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 15y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
47
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Age
15y, 10m
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 JQ948
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ948 flight departed on Fri, Oct 30 from MEL at approximately 4:01 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 5:52 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 5:48 PM | 7:40 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | A21N | 5:37 PM | 7:27 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | A21N | 5:42 PM | 7:34 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 5:21 PM | 7:23 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 3:43 PM | 5:37 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 4:01 PM | 5:52 PM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 3:25 PM | 5:22 PM | Scheduled |
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JQ948 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ948 is 47% (Late on average 39 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
47
%
Late on average
39 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
37
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
13
%
Canceled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Early
33
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Canceled
1
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight jq948?
Flight jq948 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 3:25 PM, arrival 5:45 PM (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight jq948 on time today?
Flight jq948 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 3:25 PM, with arrival at 5:45 PM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight jq948 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq948 is scheduled to depart at 3:25 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 3:25 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight jq948 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq948 is scheduled to arrive at 5:45 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 5:22 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 31, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq948?
For flight jq948, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 48. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight jq948 fly?
Flight jq948 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 jq948?
Track flight jq948 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 jq948 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq948 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 jq948 departed from Melbourne?
Flight jq948 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 3:25 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight jq948?
Flight jq948 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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