Lion Air JT798 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JT798 flight operated by Lion Air on Oct 31, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Jakarta (CGK) to Merauke (MKQ). The flight is expected to depart at 21:30 (local time in Jakarta, UTC+7) and land at 08:20 (local time in Merauke, UTC+9)
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2m early
8h 50m
UPG
56m
DJJ
57m
Check-in Counter
B12-B26
Boarding Gate
B4
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
8h 50m
UPG
1h 4m
DJJ
59m
Check-in Counter
B12-B26
Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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JT798 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the JT798 flight flying from Jakarta to Merauke on 10/31/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-900. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 189 seats.
Boeing 737-900
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
77
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Age
13y, 4m
Seats
189
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
79 cm
More legroom than on 67% of flights
43 cm
Seat width better than on 44% of flights
90°
Reclining Angle
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Seat layout example
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Flight History for JT798
Trip.com historical records show that the last JT798 flight departed on Fri, Oct 30 from CGK at approximately 21:42. This flight is expected to arrrive in MKQ at 08:18.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 25 | Jakarta (CGK) | Merauke (MKQ) | 738 | 21:40 | 08:20 | En route |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Jakarta (CGK) | Makassar (UPG) | 738 | 21:37 | 00:36 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Jakarta (CGK) | Merauke (MKQ) | 739 | 21:47 | 08:22 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Jakarta (CGK) | Merauke (MKQ) | 739 | 21:43 | 09:23 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Jakarta (CGK) | Merauke (MKQ) | 739 | 21:39 | 08:48 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Jakarta (CGK) | Merauke (MKQ) | 739 | 21:42 | 08:18 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Jakarta (CGK) | Merauke (MKQ) | 739 | 21:30 | 08:20 | Scheduled |
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JT798 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JT798 is 90% (Late on average 13 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 77% (Late on average 21 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
90
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
57
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight jt798?
Flight jt798 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 21:30, arrival 08:20 (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight jt798 on time today?
Flight jt798 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 21:30, with arrival at 08:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight jt798 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight jt798 is scheduled to depart at 21:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 21:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight jt798 scheduled to arrive?
Flight jt798 is scheduled to arrive at 08:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:20. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 31, 2026.What route does flight jt798 fly?
Flight jt798 is operated by Lion Air from Jakarta (CGK) to Merauke (MKQ). Typical flight time is about 8 hours 50 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight jt798?
Track flight jt798 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 jt798 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If jt798 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 31, 2026). Contact Lion Air or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight jt798 departed from Jakarta?
Flight jt798 has not departed from Jakarta (CGK) yet and is currently on schedule for 21:30.
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