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JQ916 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ916 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Nov 14, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV). The flight is expected to depart at 4:45 PM (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 6:21 PM (local time in Townsville, UTC+10) .
Fri, Nov 13
Sat, Nov 14
MEL-TSV

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m late
Melbourne(MEL)
5:48 PM
Scheduled: 5:25 PM, Nov 13
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h
Townsville(TSV)
7:34 PM
Scheduled: 7:25 PM, Nov 13
Townsville Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
51
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
2
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MEL-TSV

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
4:45 PM
Scheduled: 4:40 PM, Nov 14
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h
Townsville(TSV)
6:21 PM
Scheduled: 6:40 PM, Nov 14
Townsville Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
47
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
2
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Track the Previous Flight Status: Delayed (may impact connections)

JQ714
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Hobart (HBA) Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 11:40 PM
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23m late
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JQ916 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ916 flight flying from Melbourne to Townsville on 11/14/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
flight status
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
50 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
90 %
Late on average
9 minutes
Age
13y, 1m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
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Flight History for JQ916

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ916 flight departed on Fri, Nov 13 from MEL at approximately 5:48 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in TSV at 7:34 PM.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Sat, Nov 7 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) A20N 5:19 PM 6:53 PM Arrived
Sun, Nov 8 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 5:41 PM 7:16 PM Arrived
Mon, Nov 9 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 5:48 PM 7:31 PM Arrived
Tue, Nov 10 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 5:44 PM 7:17 PM Arrived
Wed, Nov 11 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) A20N 5:38 PM 7:13 PM Arrived
Fri, Nov 13 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 5:48 PM 7:34 PM Arrived
Sat, Nov 14 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) 320 4:45 PM 6:21 PM Scheduled

JQ916 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ916 is 50% (Late on average 33 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 9 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
50 %
Late on average 33 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
50 %
30 mins late
43 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
7 %
Canceled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90 %
Late on average 9 minutes
Early
40 %
On time
50 %
30 mins late
3 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
3 %
Canceled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight jq916?

    Flight jq916 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 4:40 PM, arrival 6:40 PM (updated Nov 14, 2026).
  • Flight jq916 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 4:40 PM, with arrival at 6:40 PM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight jq916 is scheduled to depart at 4:40 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 4:45 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 14, 2026).
  • Flight jq916 is scheduled to arrive at 6:40 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 6:21 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 14, 2026.
  • For flight jq916, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 47. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight jq916 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight jq916 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV). Typical flight time is about 3 hours; operating days may include Saturday.
  • Track flight jq916 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 jq916 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 14, 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.
  • Flight jq916 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 4:40 PM.
  • Flight jq916 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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