Jetstar Airways JQ518 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ518 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Oct 20, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). The flight is expected to depart at 14:25 and land at 15:30
Mon, Oct 19
Tue, Oct 20
Wed, Oct 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 16m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
45
Arrival Gate
A55
Baggage
D5
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
45
Arrival Gate
A53
Baggage
D5
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
A54
Baggage
D5
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JQ518 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ518 flight flying from Melbourne to Sydney on 10/20/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 2y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
43
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
70
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Age
2y, 1m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Paid entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
74 cm
More legroom than on 2% of flights
45 cm
Seat width better than on 80% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ518
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ518 flight departed on Mon, Oct 19 from MEL at approximately 15:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 16:06.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 15 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 14:58 | 16:03 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 16:15 | 17:21 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 14:45 | 15:49 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 14:46 | 15:49 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 15:03 | 16:06 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 14:25 | 15:30 | Scheduled |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 320 | 14:25 | 15:50 | Scheduled |
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JQ518 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ518 is 43% (Late on average 47 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 70% (Late on average 26 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
43
%
Late on average
47 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
33
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jq518?
Flight jq518 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 14:25, arrival 15:50 (updated Oct 20, 2026).Is flight jq518 on time today?
Flight jq518 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 14:25, with arrival at 15:50. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight jq518 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq518 is scheduled to depart at 14:25. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:25, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 20, 2026).When is flight jq518 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq518 is scheduled to arrive at 15:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:30. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 20, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq518?
For flight jq518, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 45. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight jq518?
After arrival, baggage for flight jq518 is expected at carousel D5 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight jq518 fly?
Flight jq518 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq518?
Track flight jq518 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 jq518 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq518 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 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 jq518 departed from Melbourne?
Flight jq518 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 14:25.What is the seat configuration for flight jq518?
Flight jq518 usually flies a Airbus A321neo 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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