Jetstar Airways JQ279 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Jetstar Airways flight JQ279 from Wellington to Queenstown (WLG–ZQN): Flight JQ279 has safely landed at Queenstown Airport (ZQN) at 10:28 (local time). Arrival was about 7m early.
Fri, Sep 18
Sun, Sep 20
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 11m late
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 7m early
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
22
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
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JQ253
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Auckland (AKL) 
Wellington (WLG)
Wellington (WLG)Scheduled: 08:35
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JQ279 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ279 flight flying from Wellington to Queenstown on 9/20/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
83%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97%
Late on average
1 minute
Age
14y, 11m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
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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
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Flight History for JQ279
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ279 flight departed on Fri, Sep 18 from WLG at approximately 09:39. This flight is expected to arrrive in ZQN at 10:46.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 6 | Wellington (WLG) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 320 | 09:21 | 10:35 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 9 | Wellington (WLG) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 320 | 09:26 | 10:34 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 11 | Wellington (WLG) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 320 | 09:59 | 11:12 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 13 | Wellington (WLG) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 320 | 09:10 | 10:19 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 16 | Wellington (WLG) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 320 | 09:16 | 10:18 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 18 | Wellington (WLG) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 320 | 09:39 | 10:46 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Wellington (WLG) | Queenstown (ZQN) | 320 | 09:18 | 10:28 | Arrived |
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JQ279 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ279 is 83% (Late on average 15 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Late on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
83%
Late on average 15 minutes
Early
7%
On time
77%
30 mins late
17%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97%
Late on average 1 minute
Early
43%
On time
53%
30 mins late
3%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
0%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jq279?
Flight jq279 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 10:28 (updated Sep 20, 2026).Is flight jq279 on time today?
Flight jq279 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 10:28; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight jq279 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq279 is scheduled to depart at 09:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:18, and the current status is Arrived (updated Sep 20, 2026).When is flight jq279 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq279 is scheduled to arrive at 10:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:28. Status is Arrived as of Sep 20, 2026.What route does flight jq279 fly?
Flight jq279 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Wellington (WLG) to Queenstown (ZQN). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq279?
Track flight jq279 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 jq279 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq279 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Sep 20, 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 jq279 departed from Wellington?
Flight jq279 has already left Wellington and completed its journey. Departure was 09:18; actual arrival 10:28.What is the seat configuration for flight jq279?
Flight jq279 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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