Air India AI7172 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AI7172 flight operated by Air India on Nov 14, 2026, flying from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 01:53 (local time in Darwin, UTC+9.5) and is expected to arrive at 07:14 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
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Sat, Nov 14
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 13m early
4h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
10
Baggage
2
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En route
Your flight has departed Darwin and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 07:14.
4h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
4
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AI7172
AI7172 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AI7172 flight from Darwin to Melbourne on 11/14/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 4m. The aircraft has 177 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
60
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Age
4m
Seats
177
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for AI7172
Trip.com historical records show that the last AI7172 flight departed on Thu, Nov 12 from DRW at approximately 00:54. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 06:12.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 31 | Darwin (DRW) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 01:01 | 06:30 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Darwin (DRW) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 00:57 | 06:21 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Darwin (DRW) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 01:18 | 06:39 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Darwin (DRW) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 01:21 | 06:30 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Darwin (DRW) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 01:29 | 06:41 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Darwin (DRW) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 00:54 | 06:12 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 14 | Darwin (DRW) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 01:53 | 07:14 | En route |
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AI7172 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AI7172 is 60% (Late on average 30 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 13 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
30 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Early
20
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
2
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ai7172?
Flight ai7172 has departed (status: En route). Departure 01:53, estimated arrival 07:14 (updated Nov 14, 2026).Is flight ai7172 on time today?
Flight ai7172 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 01:53 and is estimated to arrive at 07:14.Has flight ai7172 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ai7172 is scheduled to depart at 00:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 01:53, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 14, 2026).When is flight ai7172 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ai7172 is scheduled to arrive at 06:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:14. Status is En route as of Nov 14, 2026.What is the gate information for flight ai7172?
For flight ai7172, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 7. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight ai7172?
After arrival, baggage for flight ai7172 is expected at carousel 4 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight ai7172 fly?
Flight ai7172 is operated by Air India from Darwin (DRW) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 4 hours 15 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight ai7172?
Track flight ai7172 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 ai7172 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ai7172 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Nov 14, 2026). Contact Air India or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ai7172 departed from Darwin?
Flight ai7172 has departed from Darwin (DRW) at 01:53 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight ai7172?
Flight ai7172 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 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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