Jetstar Airways JQ973 Flight Status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ973 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Oct 22, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 4:00 PM (local time in Perth, UTC+8) and land at 10:14 PM (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
3h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
6
Arrival Gate
17
Baggage
6
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
51
Baggage
6
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JQ973 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ973 flight flying from Perth to Melbourne on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321. This aircraft has been in service for 17y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 214 seats.
Airbus A321
Punctuality (Departure)
20
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
53
%
Late on average
39 minutes
Age
17y, 2m
Seats
214
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
71 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width better than on 96% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ973
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ973 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from PER at approximately 3:52 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 10:08 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 11 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 3:31 PM | 9:22 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 321 | 4:01 PM | 10:21 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 321 | 4:22 PM | 10:39 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 3:11 PM | 9:29 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 2:45 PM | 8:54 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | 3:52 PM | 10:08 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 321 | 4:00 PM | 10:14 PM | Scheduled |
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JQ973 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ973 is 20% (Late on average 56 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 53% (Late on average 39 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
20
%
Late on average
56 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
53
%
60 mins late
17
%
90 mins late
10
%
Canceled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
53
%
Late on average
39 minutes
Early
10
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
30
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
10
%
Canceled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight jq973?
Flight jq973 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 4:00 PM, arrival 10:35 PM (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight jq973 on time today?
Flight jq973 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 4:00 PM, with arrival at 10:35 PM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight jq973 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq973 is scheduled to depart at 4:00 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 4:00 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight jq973 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq973 is scheduled to arrive at 10:35 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:14 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq973?
For flight jq973, 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 is the baggage carousel number for flight jq973?
After arrival, baggage for flight jq973 is expected at carousel 6 in terminal T4. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight jq973 fly?
Flight jq973 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq973?
Track flight jq973 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 jq973 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq973 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 22, 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 jq973 departed from Perth?
Flight jq973 has not departed from Perth (PER) yet and is currently on schedule for 4:00 PM.What is the seat configuration for flight jq973?
Flight jq973 usually flies a Airbus A321 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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