Qantas Airways QF2496 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Qantas Airways flight QF2496 from Cairns to Horn Island (CNS–HID): Flight QF2496 has safely landed at Horn Island Airport (HID) at 15:01 (local time). Arrival was about 9m early.
Sat, Oct 24
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m early
1h 50m
Check-in Counter
1-7
Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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QF2496 Aircraft Details
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Punctuality (Departure)
93
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
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Seats
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Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
Unknown
Unknown
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Seat Information
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Legroom
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Seat width
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Reclining Angle
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Flight History for QF2496
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:21 | 14:59 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:36 | 15:03 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:44 | 15:08 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:33 | 15:02 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:38 | 15:09 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:28 | 14:58 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:31 | 15:01 | Arrived |
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QF2496 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF2496 is 93% (Late on average 13 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
93
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
13
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf2496?
Flight qf2496 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 15:01 (updated Nov 3, 2026).Is flight qf2496 on time today?
Flight qf2496 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 15:01; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight qf2496 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf2496 is scheduled to depart at 13:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:31, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 3, 2026).When is flight qf2496 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf2496 is scheduled to arrive at 15:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:01. Status is Arrived as of Nov 3, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf2496?
For flight qf2496, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 16. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight qf2496 fly?
Flight qf2496 is operated by Qantas Airways from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 50 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf2496?
Track flight qf2496 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 qf2496 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf2496 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 3, 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 qf2496 departed from Cairns?
Flight qf2496 has already left Cairns and completed its journey. Departure was 13:31; actual arrival 15:01.
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