Jetstar Airways JQ979 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ979 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Oct 28, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Perth (PER) to Cairns (CNS). The flight is expected to depart at 22:55 (local time in Perth, UTC+8) and land at 04:50 (local time in Cairns, UTC+10)
Wed, Oct 28
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Scheduled
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4h 20m
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Boarding Gate
4
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JQ979 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ979 flight flying from Perth to Cairns on 10/28/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
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Punctuality (Arrival)
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Age
16y, 8m
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
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for JQ979
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Oct 28 | Perth (PER) | Cairns (CNS) | 320 | 22:55 | 04:50 | Scheduled |
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jq979?
Flight jq979 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 22:55, arrival 05:15 (updated Oct 28, 2026).Is flight jq979 on time today?
Flight jq979 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 22:55, with arrival at 05:15. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight jq979 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jq979 is scheduled to depart at 22:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 22:55, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 28, 2026).When is flight jq979 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jq979 is scheduled to arrive at 05:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 04:50. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 28, 2026.What is the gate information for flight jq979?
For flight jq979, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 4. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight jq979 fly?
Flight jq979 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Perth (PER) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 4 hours 20 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight jq979?
Track flight jq979 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 jq979 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jq979 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 28, 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 jq979 departed from Perth?
Flight jq979 has not departed from Perth (PER) yet and is currently on schedule for 22:55.What is the seat configuration for flight jq979?
Flight jq979 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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