Air France AF5256 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AF5256 flight operated by Air France on Oct 22, 2026, flying from Shanghai (PVG) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 00:35 (local time in Shanghai, UTC+8) and is expected to arrive at 13:29 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 3m early
8045km
10h 25m
Check-in Counter
L01-L13
Boarding Gate
G136
Arrival Gate
9
Baggage
3
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En route
Your flight has departed Shanghai and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 13:29.
8045km
10h 25m
Check-in Counter
L01-L13
Boarding Gate
20
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
2
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AF5256 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AF5256 flight from Shanghai to Melbourne on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 7y, 7m. The aircraft has 285 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 8,045km.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
87
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Age
7y, 7m
Seats
285
Flight Distance
8,045km
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included × 2
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
81 cm
More legroom than on 100% of flights
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included × 2
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-3-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included × 2
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
284 cm
More legroom than on 100% of flights
142 cm
Seat width better than on 100% of flights
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for AF5256
Trip.com historical records show that the last AF5256 flight departed on Tue, Oct 20 from PVG at approximately 00:36. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 13:37.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 8 | Shanghai (PVG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:33 | 13:38 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Shanghai (PVG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:35 | 13:22 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 13 | Shanghai (PVG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:29 | 13:17 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Shanghai (PVG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:21 | 13:34 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Shanghai (PVG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:33 | 13:26 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Shanghai (PVG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:36 | 13:37 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Shanghai (PVG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:35 | 13:29 | En route |
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AF5256 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AF5256 is 87% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
87
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight af5256?
Flight af5256 has departed (status: En route). Departure 00:35, estimated arrival 13:29 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight af5256 on time today?
Flight af5256 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 00:35 and is estimated to arrive at 13:29.Has flight af5256 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight af5256 is scheduled to depart at 00:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 00:35, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight af5256 scheduled to arrive?
Flight af5256 is scheduled to arrive at 13:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:29. Status is En route as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight af5256?
For flight af5256, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 20. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight af5256?
After arrival, baggage for flight af5256 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight af5256 fly?
Flight af5256 is operated by Air France from Shanghai (PVG) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 10 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight af5256?
Track flight af5256 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 flight af5256 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If af5256 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 22, 2026). Contact Air France or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight af5256 departed from Shanghai?
Flight af5256 has departed from Shanghai (PVG) at 00:35 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight af5256?
Flight af5256 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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