Qantas Airways QF172 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF172 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 23, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Wellington (WLG) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 15:35 (local time in Wellington, UTC+13) and land at 17:35 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 8m late
4h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
47
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
7
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
49
Arrival Gate
11A
Baggage
8
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
48
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
--
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QF171
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Melbourne (MEL)
Wellington (WLG)
Wellington (WLG)
Scheduled: 14:35
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QF172 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF172 flight flying from Wellington to Melbourne on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
67
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
1 minute
Age
14y, 11m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
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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 QF172
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF172 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from WLG at approximately 16:30. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 17:43.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Wellington (WLG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:49 | 17:06 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Wellington (WLG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:49 | 17:05 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Wellington (WLG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:50 | 17:10 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Wellington (WLG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:47 | 17:09 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Wellington (WLG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:30 | 17:43 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Wellington (WLG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:35 | 17:35 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Wellington (WLG) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:35 | 17:35 | Scheduled |
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QF172 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF172 is 67% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
7
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
1 minute
Early
60
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf172?
Flight qf172 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 15:35, arrival 17:35 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight qf172 on time today?
Flight qf172 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 15:35, with arrival at 17:35. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight qf172 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf172 is scheduled to depart at 15:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:35, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight qf172 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf172 is scheduled to arrive at 17:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:35. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf172?
For flight qf172, the departure terminal is I and the boarding gate is 49. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight qf172?
After arrival, baggage for flight qf172 is expected at carousel 8 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight qf172 fly?
Flight qf172 is operated by Qantas Airways from Wellington (WLG) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 4 hours; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf172?
Track flight qf172 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 qf172 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf172 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 23, 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 qf172 departed from Wellington?
Flight qf172 has not departed from Wellington (WLG) yet and is currently on schedule for 15:35.What is the seat configuration for flight qf172?
Flight qf172 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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