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QF1297 Flight Status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1297 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 22, 2026, scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 20:35 , with a new arrival time of 21:36 . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
Wed, Oct 21
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
MEL-HBA

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 17m late
Melbourne(MEL)
20:43
Scheduled: 20:05, Oct 21
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 20m
Hobart(HBA)
21:42
Scheduled: 21:25, Oct 21
Hobart International Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
11
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
2
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MEL-HBA

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Delayed
Your flight is about 30m late
Melbourne(MEL)
20:35
Scheduled: 20:05, Oct 22
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 20m
Hobart(HBA)
21:36
Scheduled: 21:25, Oct 22
Hobart International Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
30
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
2
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MEL-HBA

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
20:05
Scheduled: 20:05, Oct 23
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 20m
Hobart(HBA)
21:25
Scheduled: 21:25, Oct 23
Hobart International Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
1
Baggage
2
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Track the Previous Flight Status: Delayed (may impact connections)

QF1531
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Canberra (CBR) Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 20:10
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6m late
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QF1297 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1297 flight flying from Melbourne to Hobart on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A220-300. This aircraft has been in service for 1y, 5m. The aircraft is equipped with 117 seats.
flight status
Airbus A220-300
Punctuality (Departure)
70 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
83 %
Late on average
8 minutes
Age
1y, 5m
Seats
117
Flight Distance
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Recent Flight History for QF1297

Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1297 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from MEL at approximately 20:43. This flight is expected to arrrive in HBA at 21:42.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Fri, Oct 16 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:15 21:17 Arrived
Sun, Oct 18 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:15 21:15 Arrived
Mon, Oct 19 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:47 21:49 Arrived
Tue, Oct 20 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:22 21:23 Arrived
Wed, Oct 21 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:43 21:42 Arrived
Thu, Oct 22 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:35 21:36 Delayed
Fri, Oct 23 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:05 21:25 Scheduled

QF1297 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1297 is 70% (Late on average 27 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 8 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70 %
Late on average 27 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
70 %
30 mins late
17 %
60 mins late
10 %
90 mins late
3 %
Cancelled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83 %
Late on average 8 minutes
Early
50 %
On time
33 %
30 mins late
13 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
3 %
Cancelled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight qf1297?

    Flight qf1297 is delayed by about 30 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 20:35 / 21:36 (updated Oct 22, 2026).
  • Flight qf1297 is delayed by about 30 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 20:35 / 21:36. Watch for gate changes.
  • Flight qf1297 is scheduled to depart at 20:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 20:35, and the current status is Delayed (updated Oct 22, 2026).
  • Flight qf1297 is scheduled to arrive at 21:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 21:36. Status is Delayed as of Oct 22, 2026.
  • For flight qf1297, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 30. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight qf1297 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight qf1297 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 20 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.
  • Track flight qf1297 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 qf1297 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Oct 22, 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.
  • Flight qf1297 has not left Melbourne (MEL) yet and is delayed by about 30 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 20:35.
  • Flight qf1297 usually flies a Airbus A220-300 with seat layout 2-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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Time on arrival: Melbourne 21:36 | Hobart 21:36

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