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PX3403 Flight Status

Status: Flight PX3403 Landed Safely | Early. According to Trip.com's latest status for Air Niugini flight PX3403 from Melbourne to Cairns (MEL-CNS): Landed: Cairns Airport (CNS) at 10:56 (local time) Early: Approximately 9m early.
Wed, Nov 11
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
MEL-CNS

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 47m late
Melbourne(MEL)
12:49
Scheduled: 11:35, Nov 11
Melbourne Airport T3
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 30m
Cairns(CNS)
14:52
Scheduled: 14:05, Nov 11
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
20
Baggage
D1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m early
Melbourne(MEL)
08:59
Scheduled: 08:35, Nov 12
Melbourne Airport T3
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 30m
Cairns(CNS)
10:56
Scheduled: 11:05, Nov 12
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
8
Arrival Gate
21
Baggage
D2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
16:35
Scheduled: 16:35, Nov 13
Melbourne Airport T3
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h 30m
Cairns(CNS)
19:05
Scheduled: 19:05, Nov 13
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
D2
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PX3403 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the PX3403 flight flying from Melbourne to Cairns on 11/12/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 5m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
flight status
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
67 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
90 %
Early on average
2 minutes
Age
15y, 5m
Seats
176
Distance
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Flight History for PX3403

Trip.com historical records show that the last PX3403 flight departed on Wed, Nov 11 from MEL at approximately 12:49. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 14:52.
Date Airport Aircraft Type Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Sun, Nov 8 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 738 16:55 18:52 Arrived
Mon, Nov 9 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 738 08:53 10:48 Arrived
Tue, Nov 10 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 738 08:52 10:53 Arrived
Wed, Nov 11 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 738 12:49 14:52 Arrived
Thu, Nov 12 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 738 08:59 10:56 Arrived
Fri, Nov 13 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) 738 16:35 19:05 Scheduled
Sat, Nov 14 Melbourne (MEL) Cairns (CNS) B38M 08:35 11:05 Scheduled

PX3403 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of PX3403 is 67% (Late on average 28 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Early on average 2 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67 %
Late on average 28 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
67 %
30 mins late
20 %
60 mins late
13 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90 %
Early on average 2 minutes
Early
60 %
On time
30 %
30 mins late
7 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight px3403?

    Flight px3403 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 10:56 (updated Nov 12, 2026).
  • Flight px3403 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 10:56; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.
  • Flight px3403 is scheduled to depart at 08:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:59, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 12, 2026).
  • Flight px3403 is scheduled to arrive at 11:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:56. Status is Arrived as of Nov 12, 2026.
  • For flight px3403, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 8. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight px3403 is expected at carousel D2 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight px3403 is operated by Air Niugini from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours30 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.
  • Track flight px3403 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 px3403 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 12, 2026). Contact Air Niugini or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
  • Flight px3403 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 08:59; actual arrival 10:56.
  • Flight px3403 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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Destination Info: Cairns Weather & Time

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Partly clear
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23°C - 33°C
Expected weather conditions upon arrival
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-1 hour time difference
Time on arrival: Melbourne 11:56 | Cairns 10:56

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