Qantas Airways QF498 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Qantas Airways flight QF498 from Melbourne to Sydney (MEL-SYD): Flight QF498 has safely landed at Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) 22:20 (local time), about 5m early.
Tue, Nov 10
Wed, Nov 11
Thu, Nov 12
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 13m early
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
8
Baggage
Q3
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 5m early
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
11
Baggage
Q3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
11
Baggage
Q3
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QF498
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QF481
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Sydney (SYD)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 20:05
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12m early
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QF498 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF498 flight from Melbourne to Sydney on 11/11/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 5m. The aircraft has 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
83
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
1 minute
Age
18y, 5m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 17% of flights
44 cm
Seat width better than on 51% of flights
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width better than on 52% of flights
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF498
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF498 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from MEL at approximately 21:12. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 22:12.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Nov 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 21:05 | 22:13 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 21:13 | 22:30 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 21:10 | 22:35 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 21:08 | 22:10 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 21:12 | 22:12 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 21:03 | 22:20 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 21:00 | 22:25 | Scheduled |
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QF498 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF498 is 83% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
83
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
4
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
1 minute
Early
57
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
4
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf498?
Flight qf498 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 22:20 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight qf498 on time today?
Flight qf498 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 22:20; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight qf498 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf498 is scheduled to depart at 21:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 21:03, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight qf498 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf498 is scheduled to arrive at 22:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 22:20. Status is Arrived as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf498?
For flight qf498, the departure terminal is T1 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 qf498?
After arrival, baggage for flight qf498 is expected at carousel Q3 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight qf498 fly?
Flight qf498 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf498?
Track flight qf498 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 qf498 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf498 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 11, 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 qf498 departed from Melbourne?
Flight qf498 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 21:03; actual arrival 22:20.What is the seat configuration for flight qf498?
Flight qf498 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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