Jetstar Airways JQ946 Flight Status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight JQ946, operated by Jetstar Airways and scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL to Cairns (CNS), has been cancelled. Please contact the airline or airport counter for the latest information.
Thu, Oct 29
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 13m late
3h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
44
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Cancelled
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Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
49
Arrival Gate
20
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
42
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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JQ946
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JQ946 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ946 flight flying from Melbourne to Cairns on 10/30/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
37
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Age
16y, 11m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
None
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
74 cm
Legroom
45 cm
Seat width better than on 63% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Recent Flight History for JQ946
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ946 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from MEL at approximately 20:22. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 22:23.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 25 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 21:30 | 23:30 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 21:15 | 23:11 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 20:22 | 22:21 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 20:00 | 21:54 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 20:22 | 22:23 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 19:50 | 22:10 | Scheduled |
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JQ946 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ946 is 37% (Late on average 40 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
37
%
Late on average
40 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
40
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current status of flight jq946?
Flight jq946 has been canceled (status: Cancelled). Contact Jetstar Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight jq946 on time today?
Flight jq946 has been canceled (status: Cancelled). Contact Jetstar Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options; if booked on Trip.com, use Manage Booking.Has flight jq946 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq946 is scheduled to depart at 19:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:50, and the current status is Cancelled (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight jq946 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq946 is scheduled to arrive at 22:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 21:47. Status is Cancelled as of Oct 30, 2026.How can I check real-time status for flight jq946?
Track flight jq946 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 jq946 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq946 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Cancelled, updated Oct 30, 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 jq946 departed from Melbourne?
Flight jq946 has been canceled and did not depart from Melbourne (MEL). Contact Jetstar Airways or your booking channel for next steps.What is the seat configuration for flight jq946?
Flight jq946 usually flies a Airbus A320 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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