Qantas Airways
QF169 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF169 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Sep 25, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC). The flight is expected to depart at 6:40 PM (local time in Melbourne, UTC+10) and arrive at 11:32 PM (local time in Christchurch, UTC+12) .
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Fri, Sep 25
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 20m early
3h 30m
Check-in Counter
N200-213
Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
34
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 30m
Check-in Counter
N
Boarding Gate
11B
Arrival Gate
30
Baggage
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QF169
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QF156
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Auckland (AKL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 5:25 PM
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QF169 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF169 flight from Melbourne to Christchurch on 9/25/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y. The aircraft has 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
67
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Age
15y
Seats
174
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 14% of flights
44 cm
Seat width better than on 43% of flights
100°
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 better than on 60% of flights
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 Thu, Sep 24 from MEL at approximately 6:52 PM. This flight is expected to arrrive in CHC at 11:50 PM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Sep 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 6:59 PM | 11:51 PM | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 7:12 PM | 11:54 PM | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 7:24 PM | 12:20 AM | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 7:42 PM | 12:30 AM | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 7:29 PM | 12:23 AM | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 24 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 6:52 PM | 11:50 PM | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 25 | Melbourne (MEL) | Christchurch (CHC) | 738 | 6:40 PM | 11:32 PM | 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 67% (Late on average 25 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
25 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
9 minutes
Early
73
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight qf169?
Flight qf169 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 6:40 PM, arrival 12:10 AM (updated Sep 25, 2026). -
Is flight qf169 on time today?
Flight qf169 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 6:40 PM, with arrival at 12:10 AM. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight qf169 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf169 is scheduled to depart at 6:40 PM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 6:40 PM, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 25, 2026). -
When is flight qf169 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf169 is scheduled to arrive at 12:10 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 11:32 PM. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 25, 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 Friday. -
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If flight qf169 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight qf169 departed from Melbourne?
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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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