Air China CA173 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CA173 flight operated by Air China on Oct 24, 2026, flying from Beijing (PEK) to Sydney (SYD), departed at 02:13 and is expected to arrive at 15:45 (local time in Sydney, UTC+11) and land at Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 21m early
8965km
11h 10m
Check-in Counter
H17-H32
Boarding Gate
E16
Arrival Gate
32
Baggage
13
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En route
Your flight has departed Beijing and is expected to arrive in Sydney at 15:45.
8965km
11h 10m
Check-in Counter
H17-H32
Boarding Gate
E14
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
13
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Cancelled
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Check-in Counter
H
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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CA173 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the CA173 flight flying from Beijing to Sydney on 10/24/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 3m. The aircraft is equipped with 293 seats. The average flight distance for this journey is 8,965km.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
87
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
12 minutes
Age
10y, 3m
Seats
293
Flight Distance
8,965km
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
152 cm
Legroom
58 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
2-2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for CA173
Trip.com historical records show that the last CA173 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from PEK at approximately 01:56. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 15:29.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Oct 13 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 01:56 | 15:23 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 01:54 | 15:01 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 01:51 | 15:13 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 01:59 | 15:18 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 01:58 | 16:01 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 01:56 | 15:29 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Beijing (PEK) | Sydney (SYD) | 789 | 02:13 | 15:45 | En route |
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CA173 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of CA173 is 87% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 12 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
87
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
12 minutes
Early
73
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight ca173?
Flight ca173 has departed (status: En route). Departure 02:13, estimated arrival 15:45 (updated Oct 24, 2026).Is flight ca173 on time today?
Flight ca173 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 02:13 and is estimated to arrive at 15:45.Has flight ca173 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight ca173 is scheduled to depart at 01:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 02:13, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 24, 2026).When is flight ca173 scheduled to arrive?
Flight ca173 is scheduled to arrive at 15:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:45. Status is En route as of Oct 24, 2026.What is the gate information for flight ca173?
For flight ca173, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is E14. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight ca173?
After arrival, baggage for flight ca173 is expected at carousel 13 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight ca173 fly?
Flight ca173 is operated by Air China from Beijing (PEK) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 11 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight ca173?
Track flight ca173 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 ca173 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If ca173 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 24, 2026). Contact Air China or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight ca173 departed from Beijing?
Flight ca173 has departed from Beijing (PEK) at 02:13 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight ca173?
Flight ca173 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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