Qantas Airways
QF2480 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF2480 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 14, 2026, flying from Cairns (CNS) to Weipa (WEI), departed at 07:00 and is expected to arrive at 08:13 and land at Weipa Airport (WEI)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 11m early
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
1-7
Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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En route
Your flight has departed Cairns and is expected to arrive in Weipa at 08:13.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
1-7
Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
1-7
Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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QF2480 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF2480 flight flying from Cairns to Weipa on 10/14/2026 is operated by the aircraft model de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 7m. The aircraft is equipped with 74 seats.
de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
15y, 7m
Seats
74
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
Snacks
In-flight entertainment is unavailable
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
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Flight History for QF2480
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF2480 flight departed on Tue, Oct 13 from CNS at approximately 06:59. This flight is expected to arrrive in WEI at 08:14.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Oct 7 | Cairns (CNS) | Weipa (WEI) | DH8D | 07:12 | 08:23 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Cairns (CNS) | Weipa (WEI) | DH8D | 08:25 | 10:25 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Cairns (CNS) | Weipa (WEI) | DH8D | 07:06 | 08:17 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Cairns (CNS) | Weipa (WEI) | DH8D | 07:12 | 08:23 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 13 | Cairns (CNS) | Weipa (WEI) | DH8D | 06:59 | 08:14 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Cairns (CNS) | Weipa (WEI) | DH8D | 07:00 | 08:13 | En route |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Cairns (CNS) | Weipa (WEI) | DH4 | 06:55 | 08:25 | Scheduled |
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QF2480 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF2480 is 90% (Late on average 14 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
14 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
87
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
80
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight qf2480?
Flight qf2480 has departed (status: En route). Departure 07:00, estimated arrival 08:13 (updated Oct 14, 2026). -
Is flight qf2480 on time today?
Flight qf2480 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 07:00 and is estimated to arrive at 08:13. -
Has flight qf2480 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf2480 is scheduled to depart at 06:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:00, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 14, 2026). -
When is flight qf2480 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf2480 is scheduled to arrive at 08:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:13. Status is En route as of Oct 14, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight qf2480?
For flight qf2480, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 15. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight qf2480 fly?
Flight qf2480 is operated by Qantas Airways from Cairns (CNS) to Weipa (WEI). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 30 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight qf2480?
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If flight qf2480 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf2480 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 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 qf2480 departed from Cairns?
Flight qf2480 has departed from Cairns (CNS) at 07:00 (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight qf2480?
Flight qf2480 usually flies a de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q 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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