Qantas Airways QF169 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF169 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 22, 2026, flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC), departed at 18:43 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and is expected to arrive at 23:45 (local time in Christchurch, UTC+13) at Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m early
3h 30m
Check-in Counter
N200-213
Boarding Gate
11A
Arrival Gate
I34
Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Christchurch at 23:45.
3h 30m
Check-in Counter
N200-213
Boarding Gate
11B
Arrival Gate
I31
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 30m
Check-in Counter
N
Boarding Gate
11B
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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QF169
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QF178
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Queenstown (ZQN)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 16:45
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15m late
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QF169 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF169 flight from Melbourne to Christchurch on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 10m. The aircraft has 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
63
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Early on average
1 minute
Age
14y, 10m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 20% of flights
44 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF169
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF169 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from MEL at approximately 18:54. This flight is expected to arrrive in CHC at 00:01.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 19:25 | 00:46 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 18:50 | 00:01 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 19:08 | 00:16 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 19:00 | 00:05 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 18:54 | 00:01 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 18:43 | 23:45 | En route |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 18:40 | 00:10 | Scheduled |
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QF169 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF169 is 63% (Late on average 29 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Early on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
29 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
27
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Early on average
1 minute
Early
67
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf169?
Flight qf169 has departed (status: En route). Departure 18:43, estimated arrival 23:45 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight qf169 on time today?
Flight qf169 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 18:43 and is estimated to arrive at 23:45.Has flight qf169 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf169 is scheduled to depart at 18:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:43, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight qf169 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf169 is scheduled to arrive at 00:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 23:45. Status is En route as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf169?
For flight qf169, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 11B. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight qf169 fly?
Flight qf169 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 30 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf169?
Track flight qf169 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 qf169 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf169 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 22, 2026). Contact Qantas Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight qf169 departed from Melbourne?
Flight qf169 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 18:43 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight qf169?
Flight qf169 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 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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