What is the current status of flight jq172?

Flight jq172 has departed (status: En route). Departure 08:18, estimated arrival 09:45 (updated Sep 8, 2026).

Is flight jq172 on time today?

Flight jq172 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 08:18 and is estimated to arrive at 09:45.

Has flight jq172 departed yet? What is the departure time?

Flight jq172 is scheduled to depart at 08:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:18, and the current status is En route (updated Sep 8, 2026).

When is flight jq172 scheduled to arrive?

Flight jq172 is scheduled to arrive at 10:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:45. Status is En route as of Sep 8, 2026.

What is the gate information for flight jq172?

For flight jq172, the departure terminal is I and the boarding gate is 25. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.

What is the baggage carousel number for flight jq172?

After arrival, baggage for flight jq172 is expected at carousel 7 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.

What route does flight jq172 fly?

Flight jq172 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 45 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday.

How can I check real-time status for flight jq172?

Track flight jq172 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 jq172 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?

If jq172 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Sep 8, 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 jq172 departed from Christchurch?

Flight jq172 has departed from Christchurch (CHC) at 08:18 (status: En route).

What is the seat configuration for flight jq172?

Flight jq172 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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JQ172 Flight status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ172 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Sep 8, 2026, flying from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 08:18 and is expected to arrive at 09:45 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+10) and land at Melbourne Airport (MEL)

Mon, Sep 7

Tue, Sep 8

Wed, Sep 9

CHC-MEL

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Arrived

The flight has arrived 8m early

Christchurch(CHC)

08:27

Scheduled: 08:20, Sep 7

Christchurch International Airport I

3h 45m

Melbourne(MEL)

09:57

Scheduled: 10:05, Sep 7

Melbourne Airport T2

Check-in Counter

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

CHC-MEL

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En route

Your flight has departed Christchurch and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 09:45.

Christchurch(CHC)

08:18

Scheduled: 08:20, Sep 8

Christchurch International Airport I

3h 45m

Melbourne(MEL)

09:45

Scheduled: 10:05, Sep 8

Melbourne Airport T2

Check-in Counter

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

CHC-MEL

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Scheduled

Your flight will depart on time.

Christchurch(CHC)

08:20

Scheduled: 08:20, Sep 9

Christchurch International Airport I

3h 45m

Melbourne(MEL)

10:05

Scheduled: 10:05, Sep 9

Melbourne Airport T2

Check-in Counter

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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JQ172

Track the Previous Flight Status: Delayed (may impact connections)

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Christchurch (CHC)

Scheduled: 20:30

14m late

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JQ172 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ172 flight flying from Christchurch to Melbourne on 9/8/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 7m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.

Airbus A320

Punctuality (Departure)

97 %

Punctuality (Arrival)

100 %

Early on average

8 minutes

Age

13y, 7m

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 67% of flights

100°

Reclining Angle

3-3

Seat layout example

Flight History for JQ172

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ172 flight departed on Mon, Sep 7 from CHC at approximately 08:27. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 09:57.

Date	Airport		Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Date	Departure	Arrival	Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Thu, Sep 3	Christchurch (CHC)	Melbourne (MEL)	320	08:23	09:56	Arrived
Fri, Sep 4	Christchurch (CHC)	Melbourne (MEL)	320	08:20	10:07	Arrived
Sat, Sep 5	Christchurch (CHC)	Melbourne (MEL)	320	08:26	10:17	Arrived
Sun, Sep 6	Christchurch (CHC)	Melbourne (MEL)	320	08:33	09:58	Arrived
Mon, Sep 7	Christchurch (CHC)	Melbourne (MEL)	320	08:27	09:57	Arrived
Tue, Sep 8	Christchurch (CHC)	Melbourne (MEL)	320	08:18	09:45	En route
Wed, Sep 9	Christchurch (CHC)	Melbourne (MEL)	320	08:20	10:05	Scheduled

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JQ172 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ172 is 97% (Late on average 9 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 8 minutes).

On-Time Departures

Punctuality

97 %

Late on average 9 minutes

Early

0 %

On time

97 %

30 mins late

3 %

60 mins late

0 %

90 mins late

0 %

Cancelled

1 %

On-Time Arrivals

Punctuality

100 %

Early on average 8 minutes

Early

73 %

On time

27 %

30 mins late

0 %

60 mins late

0 %

90 mins late

0 %

Cancelled

1 %

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Flight FAQs

What is the current status of flight jq172?

Flight jq172 has departed (status: En route). Departure 08:18, estimated arrival 09:45 (updated Sep 8, 2026).
Is flight jq172 on time today?

Flight jq172 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 08:18 and is estimated to arrive at 09:45.
Has flight jq172 departed yet? What is the departure time?

Flight jq172 is scheduled to depart at 08:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:18, and the current status is En route (updated Sep 8, 2026).
When is flight jq172 scheduled to arrive?

Flight jq172 is scheduled to arrive at 10:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:45. Status is En route as of Sep 8, 2026.
What is the gate information for flight jq172?

For flight jq172, the departure terminal is I and the boarding gate is 25. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
What is the baggage carousel number for flight jq172?

After arrival, baggage for flight jq172 is expected at carousel 7 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
What route does flight jq172 fly?

Flight jq172 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 45 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday.
How can I check real-time status for flight jq172?

Track flight jq172 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 jq172 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?

If jq172 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Sep 8, 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 jq172 departed from Christchurch?

Flight jq172 has departed from Christchurch (CHC) at 08:18 (status: En route).
What is the seat configuration for flight jq172?

Flight jq172 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.