Jetstar Airways JQ518 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Jetstar Airways flight JQ518 from Melbourne to Sydney (MEL-SYD): Flight JQ518 has safely landed at Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) 16:40 (local time), about 50m late.
Wed, Oct 21
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 32m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
42
Arrival Gate
A54
Baggage
D5
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 50m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
51
Arrival Gate
A57
Baggage
D5
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
A54
Baggage
D5
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JQ518
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JQ513
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Sydney (SYD)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 13:40
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40m late
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JQ518 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ518 flight from Melbourne to Sydney on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 14y. The aircraft has 180 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
40
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
63
%
Late on average
32 minutes
Age
14y
Seats
180
Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
74 cm
More legroom than on 3% of flights
45 cm
Seat width better than on 82% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ518
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ518 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from MEL at approximately 15:17. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 16:22.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 14:45 | 15:49 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 14:46 | 15:49 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 15:03 | 16:06 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 16:59 | 18:15 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 15:17 | 16:22 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 15:31 | 16:40 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 16:10 | 17:40 | Scheduled |
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JQ518 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ518 is 40% (Late on average 52 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 63% (Late on average 32 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
40
%
Late on average
52 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
32 minutes
Early
33
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jq518?
Flight jq518 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 16:40 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight jq518 on time today?
Flight jq518 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 16:40; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight jq518 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq518 is scheduled to depart at 14:25. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:31, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight jq518 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq518 is scheduled to arrive at 15:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:40. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq518?
For flight jq518, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 51. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight jq518?
After arrival, baggage for flight jq518 is expected at carousel D5 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight jq518 fly?
Flight jq518 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq518?
Track flight jq518 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 jq518 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq518 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 22, 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 jq518 departed from Melbourne?
Flight jq518 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 15:31; actual arrival 16:40.What is the seat configuration for flight jq518?
Flight jq518 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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