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AI6288 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AI6288 flight operated by Air India on Oct 9, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Queenstown (ZQN). The flight is expected to depart at 09:10 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 14:25 (local time in Queenstown, UTC+13)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m late
3h 15m
Check-in Counter
D-E
Boarding Gate
16B
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 15m
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Arrival Gate
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AI6288 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the AI6288 flight flying from Melbourne to Queenstown on 10/8/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320-212. This aircraft has been in service for 7y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 165 seats.
Airbus A320-212
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
2 minutes
Age
7y, 8m
Seats
165
Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (free)
USB port
Seat Information
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Legroom
45 cm
Seat width better than on 50% of flights
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for AI6288
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Sep 28 | Melbourne (MEL) | Queenstown (ZQN) | A20N | 08:47 | 14:50 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Melbourne (MEL) | Queenstown (ZQN) | A20N | 08:53 | 14:42 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Melbourne (MEL) | Queenstown (ZQN) | A20N | 10:07 | 14:41 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Melbourne (MEL) | Queenstown (ZQN) | A20N | 09:14 | 14:05 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Queenstown (ZQN) | A20N | 10:07 | 14:51 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Melbourne (MEL) | Queenstown (ZQN) | A20N | 09:44 | 14:34 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Queenstown (ZQN) | A20N | 09:10 | 14:25 | Scheduled |
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AI6288 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of AI6288 is 57% (Late on average 28 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 2 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
28 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
37
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
2 minutes
Early
53
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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Flight ai6288 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 09:10, arrival 14:25 (updated Oct 8, 2026). -
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Flight ai6288 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 09:10, with arrival at 14:25. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight ai6288 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ai6288 is scheduled to depart at 09:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:10, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 8, 2026). -
When is flight ai6288 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ai6288 is scheduled to arrive at 14:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:25. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 8, 2026. -
What route does flight ai6288 fly?
Flight ai6288 is operated by Air India from Melbourne (MEL) to Queenstown (ZQN). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 15 minutes; operating days may include Thursday. -
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If flight ai6288 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ai6288 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 8, 2026). Contact Air India or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight ai6288 departed from Melbourne?
Flight ai6288 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 09:10. -
What is the seat configuration for flight ai6288?
Flight ai6288 usually flies a Airbus A320-212 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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