Qantas Airways
QF161 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Qantas Airways flight QF161 from Sydney to Wellington (SYD-WLG): Flight QF161 has safely landed at Wellington International Airport (WLG) 15:48 (local time), about 3m late.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived on time
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
54
Arrival Gate
48
Baggage
3
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 3m late
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
26E
Arrival Gate
48
Baggage
3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
63
Arrival Gate
49
Baggage
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QF148
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Auckland (AKL)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 20:05
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23m early
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QF161 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF161 flight from Sydney to Wellington on 10/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 8m. The aircraft has 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
63
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
8 minutes
Age
14y, 8m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF161
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF161 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from SYD at approximately 09:54. This flight is expected to arrrive in WLG at 15:45.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 09:58 | 15:33 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 10:16 | 16:07 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 10:04 | 15:55 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 10:04 | 16:05 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 09:54 | 15:45 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 10:00 | 15:48 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 09:35 | 15:45 | Scheduled |
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QF161 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF161 is 63% (Late on average 29 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
29 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
8 minutes
Early
33
%
On time
50
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight qf161?
Flight qf161 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 15:48 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight qf161 on time today?
Flight qf161 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 15:48; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight qf161 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf161 is scheduled to depart at 09:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:00, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight qf161 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf161 is scheduled to arrive at 15:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:48. Status is Arrived as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight qf161?
For flight qf161, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 26E. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight qf161?
After arrival, baggage for flight qf161 is expected at carousel 3 in terminal I. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival. -
What route does flight qf161 fly?
Flight qf161 is operated by Qantas Airways from Sydney (SYD) to Wellington (WLG). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight qf161?
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If flight qf161 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf161 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 2, 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. -
Has flight qf161 departed from Sydney?
Flight qf161 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 10:00; actual arrival 15:48. -
What is the seat configuration for flight qf161?
Flight qf161 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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