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JQ796 Flight Status

Based on Trip.com’s real-time data, the JQ796 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Nov 6, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Sunshine Coast (MCY). The flight is expected to depart at 18:25 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 19:22 (local time in Sunshine Coast, UTC+10) .
Thu, Nov 5
Fri, Nov 6
MEL-MCY

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 23m early
Melbourne(MEL)
18:29
Scheduled: 18:25, Nov 5
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 20m
Sunshine Coast(MCY)
19:22
Scheduled: 19:45, Nov 5
Sunshine Coast Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
49
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
1
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MEL-MCY

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
18:25
Scheduled: 18:25, Nov 6
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 20m
Sunshine Coast(MCY)
19:22
Scheduled: 19:45, Nov 6
Sunshine Coast Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
41
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
1
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JQ796 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ796 flight flying from Melbourne to Sunshine Coast on 11/6/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
flight status
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
53 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
80 %
Late on average
22 minutes
Age
16y, 1m
Seats
180
Distance
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Flight History for JQ796

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ796 flight departed on Thu, Nov 5 from MEL at approximately 18:29. This flight is expected to arrrive in MCY at 19:22.
Date Airport Aircraft Type Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Fri, Oct 30 Melbourne (MEL) Sunshine Coast (MCY) 320 20:59 21:58 Arrived
Sun, Nov 1 Melbourne (MEL) Sunshine Coast (MCY) 320 18:50 19:31 Arrived
Mon, Nov 2 Melbourne (MEL) Sunshine Coast (MCY) A20N 19:06 19:57 Arrived
Tue, Nov 3 Melbourne (MEL) Sunshine Coast (MCY) 320 17:43 19:00 Arrived
Wed, Nov 4 Melbourne (MEL) Sunshine Coast (MCY) 320 19:12 20:07 Arrived
Thu, Nov 5 Melbourne (MEL) Sunshine Coast (MCY) 320 18:29 19:22 Arrived
Fri, Nov 6 Melbourne (MEL) Sunshine Coast (MCY) 320 18:25 19:22 Scheduled

JQ796 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ796 is 53% (Late on average 46 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 22 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
53 %
Late on average 46 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
53 %
30 mins late
30 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
13 %
Cancelled
1 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80 %
Late on average 22 minutes
Early
33 %
On time
47 %
30 mins late
3 %
60 mins late
10 %
90 mins late
7 %
Cancelled
1 %

Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight jq796?

    Flight jq796 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 18:25, arrival 19:45 (updated Nov 6, 2026).
  • Flight jq796 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 18:25, with arrival at 19:45. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight jq796 is scheduled to depart at 18:25. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:25, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 6, 2026).
  • Flight jq796 is scheduled to arrive at 19:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:22. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 6, 2026.
  • For flight jq796, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 41. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight jq796 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight jq796 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Sunshine Coast (MCY). Typical flight time is about 2 hours20 minutes; operating days may include Friday.
  • Track flight jq796 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 jq796 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 6, 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 jq796 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 18:25.
  • Flight jq796 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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