Jetstar Airways JQ973 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ973 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Nov 1, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 09:30 (local time in Perth, UTC+8) and land at 15:43 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11)
Sat, Oct 31
Sun, Nov 1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 51m early
3h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
52
Baggage
6
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
7
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JQ973 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ973 flight flying from Perth to Melbourne on 11/1/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 2y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
50
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
70
%
Late on average
33 minutes
Age
2y, 11m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Paid entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
74 cm
Legroom
45 cm
Seat width better than on 87% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ973
Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ973 flight departed on Sat, Oct 31 from PER at approximately 09:31. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 15:14.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 26 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | 09:40 | 15:52 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 09:42 | 16:04 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 09:30 | 16:02 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 09:54 | 16:18 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 12:42 | 18:40 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 320 | 09:31 | 15:14 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 09:30 | 15:43 | Scheduled |
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JQ973 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ973 is 50% (Late on average 49 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 70% (Late on average 33 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
50
%
Late on average
49 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
50
%
30 mins late
30
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
33 minutes
Early
33
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jq973?
Flight jq973 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 09:30, arrival 16:05 (updated Nov 1, 2026).Is flight jq973 on time today?
Flight jq973 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 09:30, with arrival at 16:05. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight jq973 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq973 is scheduled to depart at 09:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 1, 2026).When is flight jq973 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq973 is scheduled to arrive at 16:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:43. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 1, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq973?
For flight jq973, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 5. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight jq973?
After arrival, baggage for flight jq973 is expected at carousel 7 in terminal T4. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight jq973 fly?
Flight jq973 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 35 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq973?
Track flight jq973 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 jq973 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq973 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, 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 jq973 departed from Perth?
Flight jq973 has not departed from Perth (PER) yet and is currently on schedule for 09:30.What is the seat configuration for flight jq973?
Flight jq973 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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