Jetstar Airways JQ949 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Jetstar Airways flight JQ949 from Cairns to Melbourne (CNS-MEL): Flight JQ949 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) 00:16 (local time), about 39m early.
Sat, Oct 24
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 39m early
3h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
18
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
6
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JQ949
JQ949 Aircraft Details
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Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
1 minute
Age
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Seats
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Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
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Seat Information
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Legroom
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Seat width
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Reclining Angle
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Flight History for JQ949
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 21:04 | 00:59 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | 321 | 20:51 | 00:54 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | 20:41 | 00:48 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 20:26 | 00:20 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 20:28 | 00:16 | Arrived |
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JQ949 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ949 is 73% (Late on average 19 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
17
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
13
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
1 minute
Early
60
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
13
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jq949?
Flight jq949 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 00:16 (updated Nov 13, 2026).Is flight jq949 on time today?
Flight jq949 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 00:16; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight jq949 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq949 is scheduled to depart at 20:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 20:28, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 13, 2026).When is flight jq949 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq949 is scheduled to arrive at 00:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 00:16. Status is Arrived as of Nov 13, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq949?
For flight jq949, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 18. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight jq949?
After arrival, baggage for flight jq949 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 jq949 fly?
Flight jq949 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 20 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq949?
Track flight jq949 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 jq949 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq949 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 13, 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 jq949 departed from Cairns?
Flight jq949 has already left Cairns and completed its journey. Departure was 20:28; actual arrival 00:16.
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