Qantas Airways
QF1889 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1889 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 14, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS). The flight is expected to depart at 07:05 (local time in Darwin, UTC+9.5) and land at 10:05 (local time in Cairns, UTC+10)
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Thu, Oct 15
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m late
2h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
9
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 30m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
--
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QF1889 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1889 flight flying from Darwin to Cairns on 10/14/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 97 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
97
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
19 minutes
Age
18y, 11m
Seats
97
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
1-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF1889
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1889 flight departed on Tue, Oct 13 from DRW at approximately 07:21. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 10:06.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 9 | Darwin (DRW) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 07:07 | 09:48 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Darwin (DRW) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 07:10 | 09:46 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 11 | Darwin (DRW) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 07:03 | 09:42 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Darwin (DRW) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 07:15 | 09:53 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 13 | Darwin (DRW) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 07:21 | 10:06 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Darwin (DRW) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 07:05 | 10:05 | Scheduled |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Darwin (DRW) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 07:05 | 10:05 | Scheduled |
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QF1889 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1889 is 97% (Late on average 2 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 19 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
2 minutes
Early
43
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
19 minutes
Early
93
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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What is the current status of flight qf1889?
Flight qf1889 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 07:05, arrival 10:05 (updated Oct 14, 2026). -
Is flight qf1889 on time today?
Flight qf1889 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 07:05, with arrival at 10:05. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight qf1889 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf1889 is scheduled to depart at 07:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:05, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 14, 2026). -
When is flight qf1889 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf1889 is scheduled to arrive at 10:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:05. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 14, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight qf1889?
For flight qf1889, the departure terminal is T1 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 qf1889 fly?
Flight qf1889 is operated by Qantas Airways from Darwin (DRW) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 30 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight qf1889?
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If flight qf1889 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight qf1889 departed from Darwin?
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What is the seat configuration for flight qf1889?
Flight qf1889 usually flies a Embraer 190 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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