Qantas Airways QF8616 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Qantas Airways flight QF8616 from Invercargill to Christchurch (IVC-CHC): Flight QF8616 has safely landed at Christchurch Airport (CHC) 9:40 AM (local time), about 15m early.
Thu, Oct 29
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Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 13m early
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
7
Baggage
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 15m early
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
12
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
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QF8616
QF8616 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF8616 flight from Invercargill to Christchurch on 10/30/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Alenia ATR 72. This aircraft has been in service for 6y, 11m. The aircraft has 68 seats.
Alenia ATR 72
Punctuality (Departure)
97
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Age
6y, 11m
Seats
68
Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
Snacks
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF8616
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF8616 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from IVC at approximately 8:39 AM. This flight is expected to arrrive in CHC at 9:42 AM.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 25 | Invercargill (IVC) | Christchurch (CHC) | AT76 | 8:34 AM | 9:34 AM | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Invercargill (IVC) | Christchurch (CHC) | AT76 | 8:29 AM | 9:36 AM | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Invercargill (IVC) | Christchurch (CHC) | AT76 | 8:39 AM | 9:45 AM | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Invercargill (IVC) | Christchurch (CHC) | AT76 | 8:44 AM | 9:46 AM | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Invercargill (IVC) | Christchurch (CHC) | AT76 | 8:39 AM | 9:42 AM | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Invercargill (IVC) | Christchurch (CHC) | AT76 | 8:43 AM | 9:40 AM | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Invercargill (IVC) | Christchurch (CHC) | AT76 | 8:35 AM | 9:55 AM | Scheduled |
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QF8616 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF8616 is 97% (Late on average 3 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
3 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Early
90
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf8616?
Flight qf8616 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 9:40 AM (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight qf8616 on time today?
Flight qf8616 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 9:40 AM; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight qf8616 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf8616 is scheduled to depart at 8:35 AM. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 8:43 AM, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight qf8616 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf8616 is scheduled to arrive at 9:55 AM. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 9:40 AM. Status is Arrived as of Oct 30, 2026.What route does flight qf8616 fly?
Flight qf8616 is operated by Qantas Airways from Invercargill (IVC) to Christchurch (CHC). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 20 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf8616?
Track flight qf8616 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 qf8616 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf8616 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 30, 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 qf8616 departed from Invercargill?
Flight qf8616 has already left Invercargill and completed its journey. Departure was 8:43 AM; actual arrival 9:40 AM.What is the seat configuration for flight qf8616?
Flight qf8616 usually flies a Alenia ATR 72 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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