Jetstar Airways
JQ797 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ797 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Oct 7, 2026, flying from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 3:08 PM (local time in Sunshine Coast, UTC+10) and is expected to arrive at 6:19 PM (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
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Wed, Oct 7
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1h 6m late
2h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
1
Arrival Gate
51
Baggage
6
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En route
Your flight has departed Sunshine Coast and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 6:19 PM.
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
6
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JQ797
Track the Previous Flight Status: Delayed (may impact connections)
JQ796
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Melbourne (MEL)
Sunshine Coast (MCY)
Sunshine Coast (MCY)
Scheduled: 1:40 PM
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19m late
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JQ797 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ797 flight from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne on 10/7/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A321. This aircraft has been in service for 9y, 10m. The aircraft has 220 seats.
Airbus A321
Punctuality (Departure)
47
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
77
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Age
9y, 10m
Seats
220
Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Paid entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
71 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width better than on 89% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ797
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ797 flight departed on Tue, Oct 6 from MCY at approximately 11:48 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 2:56 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 30 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | 3:55 PM | 6:08 PM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | 11:31 AM | 1:45 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | 2:24 PM | 5:52 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | 2:41 PM | 5:47 PM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | 11:48 AM | 2:56 PM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 321 | 3:08 PM | 6:19 PM | En route |
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JQ797 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ797 is 47% (Late on average 37 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 77% (Late on average 19 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
47
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
43
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
30
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight jq797?
Flight jq797 has departed (status: En route). Departure 3:08 PM, estimated arrival 6:19 PM (updated Oct 7, 2026). -
Is flight jq797 on time today?
Flight jq797 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 3:08 PM and is estimated to arrive at 6:19 PM. -
Has flight jq797 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq797 is scheduled to depart at 2:20 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 3:08 PM, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 7, 2026). -
When is flight jq797 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq797 is scheduled to arrive at 5:55 PM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 6:19 PM. Status is En route as of Oct 7, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight jq797?
For flight jq797, the departure terminal is D and the boarding gate is 2. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight jq797?
After arrival, baggage for flight jq797 is expected at carousel 6 in terminal T4. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival. -
What route does flight jq797 fly?
Flight jq797 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 35 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight jq797?
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If flight jq797 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq797 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 7, 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 jq797 departed from Sunshine Coast?
Flight jq797 has departed from Sunshine Coast (MCY) at 3:08 PM (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight jq797?
Flight jq797 usually flies a Airbus A321 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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