Air China CA173 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CA173 flight operated by Air China on Nov 11, 2026, flying from Beijing (PEK) to Sydney (SYD), departed at 18:24 (local time in Beijing, UTC+8) and is expected to arrive at 08:00 (local time in Sydney, UTC+11) at Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m early
8965km
11h 5m
Check-in Counter
H
Boarding Gate
E10
Arrival Gate
51
Baggage
4
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En route
Your flight has departed Beijing and is expected to arrive in Sydney at 08:00.
8965km
11h 25m
Check-in Counter
H17-H32
Boarding Gate
E21
Arrival Gate
58
Baggage
4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
10h 50m
Check-in Counter
H
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
15
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Shanghai (SHA)
Beijing (BJS)
Beijing (BJS)
Scheduled: 16:25
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CA173 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CA173 flight from Beijing to Sydney on 11/11/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 4m. The aircraft has 293 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 8,965km.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
83
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
6 minutes
Age
10y, 4m
Seats
293
Flight Distance
8,965km
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
152 cm
Legroom
58 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
2-2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for CA173
Trip.com historical records show that the last CA173 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from PEK at approximately 18:24. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 07:59.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Nov 6 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 18:22 | 07:58 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 18:30 | 08:03 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 18:33 | 08:13 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 18:57 | 08:33 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 18:24 | 07:59 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 18:24 | 08:00 | En route |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 18:15 | 08:05 | Scheduled |
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CA173 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of CA173 is 83% (Late on average 19 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
83
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
6 minutes
Early
63
%
On time
33
%
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 ca173?
Flight ca173 has departed (status: En route). Departure 18:24, estimated arrival 08:00 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight ca173 on time today?
Flight ca173 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 18:24 and is estimated to arrive at 08:00.Has flight ca173 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ca173 is scheduled to depart at 18:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:24, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight ca173 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ca173 is scheduled to arrive at 08:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:00. Status is En route as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight ca173?
For flight ca173, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is E21. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight ca173?
After arrival, baggage for flight ca173 is expected at carousel 4 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight ca173 fly?
Flight ca173 is operated by Air China from Beijing (PEK) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 11 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight ca173?
Track flight ca173 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 ca173 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ca173 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Nov 11, 2026). Contact Air China or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ca173 departed from Beijing?
Flight ca173 has departed from Beijing (PEK) at 18:24 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight ca173?
Flight ca173 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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