Qantas Airways QF2496 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF2496 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Sep 21, 2026, flying from Cairns (CNS) to Horn Island (HID), departed at 13:37 and is expected to arrive at 15:06 and land at Horn Island Airport (HID)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 8m early
1h 50m
Check-in Counter
1-7
Boarding Gate
17
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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En route
Your flight has departed Cairns and is expected to arrive in Horn Island at 15:06.
1h 50m
Check-in Counter
1-7
Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 50m
Check-in Counter
1-7
Boarding Gate
17
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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QF2496 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF2496 flight flying from Cairns to Horn Island on 9/21/2026 is operated by the aircraft model de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q. This aircraft has been in service for 14y. The aircraft is equipped with 74 seats.
de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q
Punctuality (Departure)
90%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100%
Early on average
7 minutes
Age
14y
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 QF2496
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF2496 flight departed on Sun, Sep 20 from CNS at approximately 13:27. This flight is expected to arrrive in HID at 15:02.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 16 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:50 | 15:18 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 17 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:23 | 14:52 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 18 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:55 | 15:25 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 19 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:31 | 14:58 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:27 | 15:02 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH8D | 13:37 | 15:06 | En route |
| Tue, Sep 22 | Cairns (CNS) | Horn Island (HID) | DH4 | 13:20 | 15:10 | Scheduled |
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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 90% (Late on average 12 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90%
Late on average 12 minutes
Early
0%
On time
90%
30 mins late
10%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100%
Early on average 7 minutes
Early
80%
On time
20%
30 mins late
0%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
0%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf2496?
Flight qf2496 has departed (status: En route). Departure 13:37, estimated arrival 15:06 (updated Sep 21, 2026).Is flight qf2496 on time today?
Flight qf2496 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 13:37 and is estimated to arrive at 15:06.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 13:37, and the current status is En route (updated Sep 21, 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 15:06. Status is En route as of Sep 21, 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 Monday.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 (En route, updated Sep 21, 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 departed from Cairns (CNS) at 13:37 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight qf2496?
Flight qf2496 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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