Jetstar Airways JQ942 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ942 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Oct 23, 2026, scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS), has a change in flight status: the original departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 12:53 , with a new arrival time of 14:51 (local time in Cairns, UTC+10) . Trip.com will continue to provide the latest updates on this flight.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 4m early
3h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
45
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Delayed
Your flight is about 33m late
3h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
45
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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JQ471
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Newcastle (NTL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 10:15
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14m early
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JQ942 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ942 flight from Melbourne to Cairns on 10/23/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 11m. The aircraft has 180 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
70
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Age
16y, 11m
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 13% of flights
45 cm
Seat width better than on 50% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ942
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ942 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from MEL at approximately 12:38. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 14:36.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 15 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 12:24 | 14:29 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 13:27 | 15:21 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 13:17 | 15:16 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 12:49 | 14:46 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 12:40 | 14:35 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 12:38 | 14:36 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 12:53 | 14:51 | Delayed |
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JQ942 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ942 is 57% (Late on average 43 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 70% (Late on average 17 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
43 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
40
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jq942?
Flight jq942 is delayed by about 33 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 12:53 / 14:51 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight jq942 on time today?
Flight jq942 is delayed by about 33 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 12:53 / 14:51. Watch for gate changes.Has flight jq942 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq942 is scheduled to depart at 12:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:53, and the current status is Delayed (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight jq942 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq942 is scheduled to arrive at 14:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:51. Status is Delayed as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq942?
For flight jq942, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 45. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight jq942 fly?
Flight jq942 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 20 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq942?
Track flight jq942 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 jq942 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq942 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, 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 jq942 departed from Melbourne?
Flight jq942 has not left Melbourne (MEL) yet and is delayed by about 33 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 12:53.What is the seat configuration for flight jq942?
Flight jq942 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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