Jetstar Airways JQ956 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Jetstar Airways flight JQ956 from Sydney to Cairns (SYD–CNS): Flight JQ956 has safely landed at Cairns Airport (CNS) at 22:44 (local time). Arrival was about 19m late.
Sat, Oct 24
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 19m late
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
1-11,40-45
Boarding Gate
A53
Arrival Gate
15
Baggage
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JQ956 Aircraft Details
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Punctuality (Departure)
47
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
63
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Age
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Seats
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Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
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Seat Information
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Legroom
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Seat width
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Reclining Angle
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Flight History for JQ956
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 21:42 | 23:30 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 21:44 | 23:17 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 20:41 | 22:17 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 20:33 | 22:04 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 21:03 | 22:41 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 21:22 | 23:02 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 21:05 | 22:44 | Arrived |
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JQ956 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ956 is 47% (Late on average 53 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 63% (Late on average 19 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
47
%
Late on average
53 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
23
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jq956?
Flight jq956 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 22:44 (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight jq956 on time today?
Flight jq956 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 22:44; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight jq956 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq956 is scheduled to depart at 20:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 21:05, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight jq956 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq956 is scheduled to arrive at 22:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 22:44. Status is Arrived as of Oct 31, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq956?
For flight jq956, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A53. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight jq956 fly?
Flight jq956 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq956?
Track flight jq956 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 jq956 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq956 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 31, 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 jq956 departed from Sydney?
Flight jq956 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 21:05; actual arrival 22:44.
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