Qantas Airways QF161 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Qantas Airways flight QF161 from Sydney to Wellington (SYD–WLG): Flight QF161 has safely landed at Wellington International Airport (WLG) at 14:44 (local time). Arrival was about 6m early.
Fri, Nov 13
Sat, Nov 14
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2m late
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
51
Arrival Gate
49
Baggage
2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m early
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
26E
Arrival Gate
49
Baggage
3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
37
Arrival Gate
49
Baggage
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QF480
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Melbourne (MEL)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 20:05
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1h 5m late
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QF161 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF161 flight flying from Sydney to Wellington on 11/14/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Late on average
5 minutes
Age
15y, 2m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF161
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF161 flight departed on Fri, Nov 13 from SYD at approximately 10:07. This flight is expected to arrrive in WLG at 14:52.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Nov 9 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 10:12 | 15:00 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 09:55 | 14:40 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 09:58 | 14:40 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 10:13 | 15:10 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 10:07 | 14:52 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 14 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 10:06 | 14:44 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 15 | Sydney (SYD) | Wellington (WLG) | 738 | 09:40 | 14:50 | Scheduled |
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QF161 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF161 is 70% (Late on average 29 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Late on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
29 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
5 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf161?
Flight qf161 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 14:44 (updated Nov 14, 2026).Is flight qf161 on time today?
Flight qf161 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 14:44; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight qf161 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf161 is scheduled to depart at 09:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 10:06, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 14, 2026).When is flight qf161 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf161 is scheduled to arrive at 14:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:44. Status is Arrived as of Nov 14, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf161?
For flight qf161, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 26E. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight qf161?
After arrival, baggage for flight qf161 is expected at carousel 3 in terminal I. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight qf161 fly?
Flight qf161 is operated by Qantas Airways from Sydney (SYD) to Wellington (WLG). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf161?
Track flight qf161 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 qf161 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf161 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 14, 2026). Contact Qantas Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight qf161 departed from Sydney?
Flight qf161 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 10:06; actual arrival 14:44.What is the seat configuration for flight qf161?
Flight qf161 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 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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Time on arrival: Sydney 12:44
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