Qantas Airways
QF2497 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF2497 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 5, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Horn Island (HID) to Cairns (CNS). The flight is expected to depart at 15:35 and land at 17:01
Sun, Oct 4
Mon, Oct 5
Tue, Oct 6
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
1h 45m
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
16
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 45m
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
16
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 45m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
16
Baggage
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QF2496
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Cairns (CNS)
Horn Island (HID)
Horn Island (HID)
Scheduled: 15:10
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QF2497 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF2497 flight flying from Horn Island to Cairns on 10/5/2026 is operated by the aircraft model de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q. This aircraft has been in service for 17y, 7m. The aircraft is equipped with 74 seats.
de Havilland DHC-8-400 Dash 8/8Q
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
2 minutes
Age
17y, 7m
Seats
74
Flight Distance
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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 QF2497
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF2497 flight departed on Sun, Oct 4 from HID at approximately 15:38. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 17:08.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 30 | Horn Island (HID) | Cairns (CNS) | DH8D | 15:45 | 17:08 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Horn Island (HID) | Cairns (CNS) | DH8D | 16:12 | 17:33 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Horn Island (HID) | Cairns (CNS) | DH8D | 16:12 | 17:40 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Horn Island (HID) | Cairns (CNS) | DH8D | 15:39 | 17:07 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Horn Island (HID) | Cairns (CNS) | DH8D | 15:38 | 17:08 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Horn Island (HID) | Cairns (CNS) | DH8D | 15:35 | 17:01 | Scheduled |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Horn Island (HID) | Cairns (CNS) | DH8D | 15:35 | 17:20 | Scheduled |
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QF2497 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF2497 is 80% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 2 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
7
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
2 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight qf2497?
Flight qf2497 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 15:35, arrival 17:20 (updated Oct 5, 2026). -
Is flight qf2497 on time today?
Flight qf2497 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 15:35, with arrival at 17:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight qf2497 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf2497 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 5, 2026). -
When is flight qf2497 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf2497 is scheduled to arrive at 17:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:01. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 5, 2026. -
What route does flight qf2497 fly?
Flight qf2497 is operated by Qantas Airways from Horn Island (HID) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 45 minutes; operating days may include Monday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight qf2497?
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If flight qf2497 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight qf2497 departed from Horn Island?
Flight qf2497 has not departed from Horn Island (HID) yet and is currently on schedule for 15:35. -
What is the seat configuration for flight qf2497?
Flight qf2497 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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Time on arrival: Horn Island 17:01
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