Qantas Airways QF490 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF490 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 20, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). The flight is expected to depart at 19:50 and land at 21:15
Mon, Oct 19
Tue, Oct 20
Wed, Oct 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m early
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
7
Baggage
Q3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
Q4
Baggage
Q3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
7
Baggage
Q3
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QF490 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF490 flight flying from Melbourne to Sydney on 10/20/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 197 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Age
8m
Seats
197
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 48% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width better than on 38% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF490
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF490 flight departed on Mon, Oct 19 from MEL at approximately 20:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 21:06.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Oct 14 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 20:16 | 21:24 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 20:38 | 21:45 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 19:59 | 21:05 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 20:02 | 21:08 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 20:03 | 21:06 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 19:50 | 21:15 | Scheduled |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | A21N | 19:50 | 21:15 | Scheduled |
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QF490 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF490 is 73% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
33
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf490?
Flight qf490 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 19:50, arrival 21:15 (updated Oct 20, 2026).Is flight qf490 on time today?
Flight qf490 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 19:50, with arrival at 21:15. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight qf490 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf490 is scheduled to depart at 19:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:50, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 20, 2026).When is flight qf490 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf490 is scheduled to arrive at 21:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 21:15. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 20, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight qf490?
After arrival, baggage for flight qf490 is expected at carousel Q3 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight qf490 fly?
Flight qf490 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf490?
Track flight qf490 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 qf490 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf490 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 20, 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 qf490 departed from Melbourne?
Flight qf490 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 19:50.What is the seat configuration for flight qf490?
Flight qf490 usually flies a Airbus A321neo 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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