Qantas Airways QF461 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF461 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 23, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 16:10 and land at 17:45
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Sat, Oct 24
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m late
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
12
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
10
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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QF461 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF461 flight flying from Sydney to Melbourne on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Age
18y, 8m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 15% of flights
44 cm
Seat width better than on 55% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width better than on 53% of flights
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF461
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF461 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from SYD at approximately 16:46. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 17:54.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:33 | 17:42 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:42 | 17:50 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:40 | 17:51 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:26 | 17:33 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:46 | 17:54 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:10 | 17:45 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:10 | 17:45 | Scheduled |
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QF461 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF461 is 70% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Early
60
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf461?
Flight qf461 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 16:10, arrival 17:45 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight qf461 on time today?
Flight qf461 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 16:10, with arrival at 17:45. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight qf461 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf461 is scheduled to depart at 16:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 16:10, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight qf461 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf461 is scheduled to arrive at 17:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:45. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf461?
For flight qf461, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 5. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight qf461 fly?
Flight qf461 is operated by Qantas Airways from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf461?
Track flight qf461 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 qf461 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf461 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 23, 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 qf461 departed from Sydney?
Flight qf461 has not departed from Sydney (SYD) yet and is currently on schedule for 16:10.What is the seat configuration for flight qf461?
Flight qf461 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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