Qantas Airways QF8979 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF8979 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 11, 2026, flying from Helsinki (HEL) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 00:52 (local time in Helsinki, UTC+2) and is expected to arrive at 07:08 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
Tue, Nov 10
Wed, Nov 11
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 26m early
22h 5m
BKK
2h 31m
Check-in Counter
AREA200
Boarding Gate
42
Arrival Gate
9
Baggage
5
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En route
Your flight has departed Helsinki and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 07:08.
22h 5m
BKK
2h 27m
Check-in Counter
AREA200
Boarding Gate
45A
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
1
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QF8979 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF8979 flight from Helsinki to Melbourne on 11/11/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 2m. The aircraft has 278 seats.
Airbus A350-900
Punctuality (Departure)
82
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
82
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Age
10y, 2m
Seats
278
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
--
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
135°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF8979
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF8979 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from HEL at approximately 00:21. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 06:54.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Nov 5 | Helsinki (HEL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 359 | 00:38 | 07:10 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Helsinki (HEL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 359 | 00:41 | 07:10 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Helsinki (HEL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 359 | 00:54 | 07:24 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Helsinki (HEL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 359 | 00:24 | 07:50 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Helsinki (HEL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 359 | 00:37 | 07:08 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Helsinki (HEL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 359 | 00:21 | 06:54 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Helsinki (HEL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 359 | 00:52 | 07:08 | En route |
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QF8979 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF8979 is 82% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 82% (Late on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
82
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
6
%
On time
76
%
30 mins late
18
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
82
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
35
%
30 mins late
18
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf8979?
Flight qf8979 has departed (status: En route). Departure 00:52, estimated arrival 07:08 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight qf8979 on time today?
Flight qf8979 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 00:52 and is estimated to arrive at 07:08.Has flight qf8979 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf8979 is scheduled to depart at 00:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 00:52, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight qf8979 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf8979 is scheduled to arrive at 07:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:08. Status is En route as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight qf8979?
After arrival, baggage for flight qf8979 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight qf8979 fly?
Flight qf8979 is operated by Qantas Airways from Helsinki (HEL) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 22 hours 5 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf8979?
Track flight qf8979 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 qf8979 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf8979 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Nov 11, 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 qf8979 departed from Helsinki?
Flight qf8979 has departed from Helsinki (HEL) at 00:52 (status: En route).
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