Jetstar Airways
JQ966 Flight Status
Based on Trip.com real-time data, flight JQ966 operated by Jetstar Airways from Adelaide (ADL) to Cairns (CNS) on Oct 14, 2026 has departed at 06:09 (Local time in Adelaide, UTC+10.5) and is expected to arrive at 08:17 (Local time in Cairns, UTC+10) at Cairns Airport (CNS).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m early
3h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
22
Arrival Gate
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En route
Your flight has departed Adelaide and is expected to arrive in Cairns at 08:17.
3h
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Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
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Brisbane (BNE)
Adelaide (ADL)
Adelaide (ADL)
Scheduled: 21:00
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JQ966 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ966 flight flying from Adelaide to Cairns on 10/14/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
87
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Age
13y, 8m
Seats
180
Distance
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Economy
Onboard Amenities
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seating Plan
74 cm
Legroom
45 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ966
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ966 flight departed on Tue, Oct 13 from ADL at approximately 06:15. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 08:24.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Type | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 8 | Adelaide (ADL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 06:06 | 08:22 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Adelaide (ADL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 06:09 | 08:18 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Adelaide (ADL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 06:03 | 08:13 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 11 | Adelaide (ADL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 06:07 | 08:14 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Adelaide (ADL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 06:09 | 08:21 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 13 | Adelaide (ADL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 06:15 | 08:24 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Adelaide (ADL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 06:09 | 08:17 | En route |
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JQ966 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ966 is 87% (Late on average 14 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
14 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
87
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Early
90
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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What is the current status of flight jq966?
Flight jq966 has departed (status: En route). Departure 06:09, estimated arrival 08:17 (updated Oct 14, 2026). -
Is flight jq966 on time today?
Flight jq966 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 06:09 and is estimated to arrive at 08:17. -
Has flight jq966 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq966 is scheduled to depart at 06:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:09, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 14, 2026). -
When is flight jq966 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq966 is scheduled to arrive at 08:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:17. Status is En route as of Oct 14, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight jq966?
For flight jq966, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 16. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight jq966 fly?
Flight jq966 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Adelaide (ADL) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours; operating days may include Wednesday. -
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If flight jq966 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight jq966 departed from Adelaide?
Flight jq966 has departed from Adelaide (ADL) at 06:09 (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight jq966?
Flight jq966 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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Destination Info: Cairns Weather & Time
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Expected weather conditions upon arrival
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Time on arrival: Adelaide 08:47
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