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QF1543 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1543 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 12, 2026, scheduled to fly from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane (BNE), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 7:40 PM , with a new arrival time of 8:54 PM . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
Wed, Nov 11
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
MKY-BNE

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1h 10m late
Mackay(MKY)
6:52 PM
Scheduled: 5:55 PM, Nov 11
Mackay Airport
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 35m
Brisbane(BNE)
8:40 PM
Scheduled: 7:30 PM, Nov 11
Brisbane Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
18
Baggage
--
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MKY-BNE

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Delayed
Your flight is about 1h 45m late
Mackay(MKY)
7:40 PM
Scheduled: 5:55 PM, Nov 12
Mackay Airport
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 35m
Brisbane(BNE)
8:54 PM
Scheduled: 7:30 PM, Nov 12
Brisbane Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
17
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Mackay(MKY)
5:55 PM
Scheduled: 5:55 PM, Nov 13
Mackay Airport
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 35m
Brisbane(BNE)
7:30 PM
Scheduled: 7:30 PM, Nov 13
Brisbane Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
1
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Track the Previous Flight Status: Delayed (may impact connections)

QF1540
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Brisbane (BNE) Mackay (MKY)
Scheduled: 5:15 PM
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1h 26m late
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QF1543 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1543 flight flying from Mackay to Brisbane on 11/12/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A220-300. This aircraft has been in service for 1y, 6m. The aircraft is equipped with 117 seats.
flight status
Airbus A220-300
Punctuality (Departure)
31 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
62 %
Late on average
27 minutes
Age
1y, 6m
Seats
117
Flight Distance
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Flight History for QF1543

Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1543 flight departed on Wed, Nov 11 from MKY at approximately 6:52 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in BNE at 8:40 PM.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Fri, Nov 6 Mackay (MKY) Brisbane (BNE) BCS3 6:38 PM 7:50 PM Arrived
Sun, Nov 8 Mackay (MKY) Brisbane (BNE) BCS3 6:31 PM 7:48 PM Arrived
Mon, Nov 9 Mackay (MKY) Brisbane (BNE) BCS3 6:30 PM 7:44 PM Arrived
Tue, Nov 10 Mackay (MKY) Brisbane (BNE) BCS3 7:05 PM 8:21 PM Arrived
Wed, Nov 11 Mackay (MKY) Brisbane (BNE) BCS3 6:52 PM 8:40 PM Arrived
Thu, Nov 12 Mackay (MKY) Brisbane (BNE) BCS3 7:40 PM 8:54 PM Delayed
Fri, Nov 13 Mackay (MKY) Brisbane (BNE) BCS3 5:55 PM 7:30 PM Scheduled

QF1543 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1543 is 31% (Late on average 44 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 62% (Late on average 27 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
31 %
Late on average 44 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
31 %
30 mins late
46 %
60 mins late
15 %
90 mins late
8 %
Canceled
19 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
62 %
Late on average 27 minutes
Early
8 %
On time
54 %
30 mins late
23 %
60 mins late
15 %
90 mins late
0 %
Canceled
19 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight qf1543?

    Flight qf1543 is delayed by about 105 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 7:40 PM / 8:54 PM (updated Nov 12, 2026).
  • Flight qf1543 is delayed by about 105 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 7:40 PM / 8:54 PM. Watch for gate changes.
  • Flight qf1543 is scheduled to depart at 5:55 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 7:40 PM, and the current status is Delayed (updated Nov 12, 2026).
  • Flight qf1543 is scheduled to arrive at 7:30 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 8:54 PM. Status is Delayed as of Nov 12, 2026.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight qf1543 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight qf1543 is operated by Qantas Airways from Mackay (MKY) to Brisbane (BNE). Typical flight time is about 1 hour35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.
  • Track flight qf1543 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 qf1543 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Nov 12, 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 qf1543 has not left Mackay (MKY) yet and is delayed by about 105 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 7:40 PM.
  • Flight qf1543 usually flies a Airbus A220-300 with seat layout 2-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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