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QF2481 Flight Status

Based on Trip.com’s real-time data, the QF2481 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 9, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Weipa (WEI) to Cairns (CNS). The flight is expected to depart at 09:00 and land at 10:25 .
Fri, Nov 6
Mon, Nov 9
WEI-CNS

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m early
Weipa(WEI)
09:01
Scheduled: 09:00, Nov 6
Weipa Airport
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 25m
Cairns(CNS)
10:15
Scheduled: 10:25, Nov 6
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
D3
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WEI-CNS

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Weipa(WEI)
09:00
Scheduled: 09:00, Nov 9
Weipa Airport
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 25m
Cairns(CNS)
10:25
Scheduled: 10:25, Nov 9
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
D16
Baggage
--
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QF2481 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF2481 flight flying from Weipa to Cairns on 11/7/2026 is operated by the aircraft model de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 74 seats.
flight status
de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q
Punctuality (Departure)
90 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
93 %
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
15y, 11m
Seats
74
Distance
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Flight History for QF2481

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Date Airport Aircraft Type Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Fri, Oct 30 Weipa (WEI) Cairns (CNS) DH8D 08:54 10:03 Arrived
Mon, Nov 2 Weipa (WEI) Cairns (CNS) DH8D 08:59 10:17 Arrived
Tue, Nov 3 Weipa (WEI) Cairns (CNS) DH8D 08:54 10:20 Arrived
Wed, Nov 4 Weipa (WEI) Cairns (CNS) DH8D 08:55 10:15 Arrived
Thu, Nov 5 Weipa (WEI) Cairns (CNS) DH8D 08:58 10:22 Arrived
Fri, Nov 6 Weipa (WEI) Cairns (CNS) DH8D 09:01 10:15 Arrived
Mon, Nov 9 Weipa (WEI) Cairns (CNS) DH4 09:00 10:25 Scheduled

QF2481 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF2481 is 90% (Late on average 10 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 0 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90 %
Late on average 10 minutes
Early
30 %
On time
60 %
30 mins late
3 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
3 %
Cancelled
2 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93 %
Early on average 0 minutes
Early
80 %
On time
13 %
30 mins late
0 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
3 %
Cancelled
2 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight qf2481?

    Flight qf2481 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 09:00, arrival 10:25 (updated Nov 7, 2026).
  • Flight qf2481 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 09:00, with arrival at 10:25. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight qf2481 is scheduled to depart at 09:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:00, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 7, 2026).
  • Flight qf2481 is scheduled to arrive at 10:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:25. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 7, 2026.
  • Flight qf2481 is operated by Qantas Airways from Weipa (WEI) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 1 hour25 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.
  • Track flight qf2481 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 qf2481 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 7, 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 qf2481 has not departed from Weipa (WEI) yet and is currently on schedule for 09:00.
  • Flight qf2481 usually flies a de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q 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: Cairns Weather & Time

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Partly clear
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21°C - 33°C
Expected weather conditions upon arrival
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0 hour time difference
Time on arrival: Weipa 10:25 | Cairns 10:25

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