Jetstar Airways JQ261 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Jetstar Airways flight JQ261 from Auckland to Wellington (AKL-WLG): Flight JQ261 has safely landed at Wellington International Airport (WLG) 13:21 (local time), about 14m early.
Wed, Oct 21
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m early
1h 5m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 14m early
1h 5m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
1
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Christchurch (CHC)
Auckland (AKL)
Auckland (AKL)
Scheduled: 11:50
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11m early
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JQ261 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ261 flight from Auckland to Wellington on 10/23/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 17y, 8m. The aircraft has 180 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
83
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
12 minutes
Age
17y, 8m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
74 cm
Legroom
45 cm
Seat width better than on 80% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ261
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ261 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from AKL at approximately 12:41. This flight is expected to arrrive in WLG at 13:29.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Oct 13 | Auckland (AKL) | Wellington (WLG) | 320 | 12:40 | 13:44 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Auckland (AKL) | Wellington (WLG) | 320 | 12:41 | 13:29 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Auckland (AKL) | Wellington (WLG) | 320 | 12:35 | 13:26 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Auckland (AKL) | Wellington (WLG) | 320 | 15:09 | 15:57 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Auckland (AKL) | Wellington (WLG) | 320 | 12:42 | 13:27 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Auckland (AKL) | Wellington (WLG) | 320 | 12:41 | 13:29 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Auckland (AKL) | Wellington (WLG) | 320 | 12:33 | 13:21 | Arrived |
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JQ261 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ261 is 83% (Late on average 28 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 12 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
28 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
83
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
12 minutes
Early
53
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jq261?
Flight jq261 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 13:21 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight jq261 on time today?
Flight jq261 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 13:21; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight jq261 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq261 is scheduled to depart at 12:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:33, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight jq261 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq261 is scheduled to arrive at 13:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:21. Status is Arrived as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq261?
For flight jq261, the departure terminal is D and the boarding gate is 21. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight jq261?
After arrival, baggage for flight jq261 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight jq261 fly?
Flight jq261 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Auckland (AKL) to Wellington (WLG). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 5 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq261?
Track flight jq261 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 jq261 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq261 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 23, 2026). Contact Jetstar Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight jq261 departed from Auckland?
Flight jq261 has already left Auckland and completed its journey. Departure was 12:33; actual arrival 13:21.What is the seat configuration for flight jq261?
Flight jq261 usually flies a Airbus A320 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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