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QF1988 Flight Status

According to Trip.com's real-time data, the QF1988 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 13, 2026, scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 12:04 , with a new arrival time of 13:44 (local time in Townsville, UTC+10) . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
MEL-TSV

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2m early
Melbourne(MEL)
11:48
Scheduled: 11:30, Nov 12
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h
Townsville(TSV)
13:28
Scheduled: 13:30, Nov 12
Townsville Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
24
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
1
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MEL-TSV

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Delayed
Your flight is about 34m late.
Melbourne(MEL)
12:04
Scheduled: 11:30, Nov 13
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 3h
Townsville(TSV)
13:44
Scheduled: 13:30, Nov 13
Townsville Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
22
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
1
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Track the Previous Flight Status: Landed at Melbourne

QF1987
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Townsville (TSV) Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 10:40
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25m early
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QF1988 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1988 flight flying from Melbourne to Townsville on 11/13/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 20y. The aircraft is equipped with 97 seats.
flight status
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
86 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
86 %
Late on average
37 minutes
Age
20y
Seats
97
Distance
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Flight History for QF1988

Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1988 flight departed on Thu, Nov 12 from MEL at approximately 11:48. This flight is expected to arrrive in TSV at 13:28.
Date Airport Aircraft Type Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Thu, Nov 5 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) E190 12:32 14:05 Arrived
Fri, Nov 6 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) E190 11:59 13:42 Arrived
Sun, Nov 8 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) E190 11:53 13:34 Arrived
Mon, Nov 9 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) E190 11:42 13:25 Arrived
Tue, Nov 10 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) E190 11:51 13:28 Arrived
Thu, Nov 12 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) E190 11:48 13:28 Arrived
Fri, Nov 13 Melbourne (MEL) Townsville (TSV) E190 12:04 13:44 Delayed

QF1988 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1988 is 86% (Late on average 58 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 86% (Late on average 37 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
86 %
Late on average 58 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
86 %
30 mins late
0 %
60 mins late
7 %
90 mins late
7 %
Cancelled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
86 %
Late on average 37 minutes
Early
43 %
On time
43 %
30 mins late
7 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
7 %
Cancelled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight qf1988?

    Flight qf1988 is delayed by about 34 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 12:04 / 13:44 (updated Nov 13, 2026).
  • Flight qf1988 is delayed by about 34 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 12:04 / 13:44. Watch for gate changes.
  • Flight qf1988 is scheduled to depart at 11:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:04, and the current status is Delayed (updated Nov 13, 2026).
  • Flight qf1988 is scheduled to arrive at 13:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:44. Status is Delayed as of Nov 13, 2026.
  • For flight qf1988, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 22. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight qf1988 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight qf1988 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Townsville (TSV). Typical flight time is about 3 hours; operating days may include Friday.
  • Track flight qf1988 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 qf1988 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Nov 13, 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.
  • Flight qf1988 has not left Melbourne (MEL) yet and is delayed by about 34 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 12:04.
  • Flight qf1988 usually flies a Embraer 190 with seat layout 2-2. 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: Townsville Weather & Time

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Time on arrival: Melbourne 14:44 | Townsville 13:44

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