What is the current status of flight jq944?

Flight jq944 is delayed by about 150 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 15:25 / 17:20 (updated Nov 1, 2026).

Is flight jq944 on time today?

Flight jq944 is delayed by about 150 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 15:25 / 17:20. Watch for gate changes.

Has flight jq944 departed yet? What is the departure time?

Flight jq944 is scheduled to depart at 12:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:25, and the current status is Delayed (updated Nov 1, 2026).

When is flight jq944 scheduled to arrive?

Flight jq944 is scheduled to arrive at 15:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:20. Status is Delayed as of Nov 1, 2026.

What is the gate information for flight jq944?

For flight jq944, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 43. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.

What route does flight jq944 fly?

Flight jq944 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 20 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.

How can I check real-time status for flight jq944?

Track flight jq944 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 jq944 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?

If jq944 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Nov 1, 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 jq944 departed from Melbourne?

Flight jq944 has not left Melbourne (MEL) yet and is delayed by about 150 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 15:25.

What is the seat configuration for flight jq944?

Flight jq944 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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JQ944 Flight status

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ944 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Nov 1, 2026, scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 15:25 , with a new arrival time of 17:20 (local time in Cairns, UTC+10) . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.

Thu, Oct 29

Sun, Nov 1

MEL-CNS

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Arrived

The flight has arrived 1h 18m late

Melbourne(MEL)

14:39

Scheduled: 12:55, Oct 29

Melbourne Airport T4

3h 20m

Cairns(CNS)

16:33

Scheduled: 15:15, Oct 29

Cairns Airport T2

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Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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MEL-CNS

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Delayed

Your flight is about 2h 30m late

Melbourne(MEL)

15:25

Scheduled: 12:55, Nov 1

Melbourne Airport T4

3h 20m

Cairns(CNS)

17:20

Scheduled: 15:15, Nov 1

Cairns Airport T2

Check-in Counter

Boarding Gate

Arrival Gate

Baggage

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JQ944

JQ944 Aircraft Details

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ944 flight flying from Melbourne to Cairns on 11/1/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.

Airbus A320

Punctuality (Departure)

57 %

Punctuality (Arrival)

73 %

Late on average

25 minutes

Age

15y, 8m

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 43% of flights

100°

Reclining Angle

3-3

Seat layout example

Flight History for JQ944

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ944 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from MEL at approximately 14:39. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 16:33.

Date	Airport		Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Date	Departure	Arrival	Aircraft Model	Departure	Arrival	Status
Fri, Oct 9	Melbourne (MEL)	Cairns (CNS)	320	16:10	18:06	Arrived
Sat, Oct 10	Melbourne (MEL)	Cairns (CNS)	320	16:16	18:09	Arrived
Sun, Oct 11	Melbourne (MEL)	Cairns (CNS)	A20N	15:51	17:46	Arrived
Sun, Oct 25	Melbourne (MEL)	Cairns (CNS)	320	17:21	19:25	Arrived
Tue, Oct 27	Melbourne (MEL)	Cairns (CNS)	320	13:15	15:16	Arrived
Thu, Oct 29	Melbourne (MEL)	Cairns (CNS)	320	14:39	16:33	Arrived
Sun, Nov 1	Melbourne (MEL)	Cairns (CNS)	320	15:25	17:20	Delayed

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JQ944 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ944 is 57% (Late on average 51 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 73% (Late on average 25 minutes).

On-Time Departures

Punctuality

57 %

Late on average 51 minutes

Early

0 %

On time

57 %

30 mins late

13 %

60 mins late

13 %

90 mins late

17 %

Cancelled

0 %

On-Time Arrivals

Punctuality

73 %

Late on average 25 minutes

Early

30 %

On time

43 %

30 mins late

17 %

60 mins late

3 %

90 mins late

7 %

Cancelled

0 %

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Flight FAQs

What is the current status of flight jq944?
Flight jq944 is delayed by about 150 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 15:25 / 17:20 (updated Nov 1, 2026).
Is flight jq944 on time today?
Flight jq944 is delayed by about 150 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 15:25 / 17:20. Watch for gate changes.
Has flight jq944 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq944 is scheduled to depart at 12:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:25, and the current status is Delayed (updated Nov 1, 2026).
When is flight jq944 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq944 is scheduled to arrive at 15:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:20. Status is Delayed as of Nov 1, 2026.
What is the gate information for flight jq944?
For flight jq944, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 43. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
What route does flight jq944 fly?
Flight jq944 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 20 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.
How can I check real-time status for flight jq944?
Track flight jq944 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 jq944 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq944 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Nov 1, 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 jq944 departed from Melbourne?
Flight jq944 has not left Melbourne (MEL) yet and is delayed by about 150 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 15:25.
What is the seat configuration for flight jq944?
Flight jq944 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.