Qantas Airways QF5551 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF5551 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 12, 2026, flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB), departed at 13:22 and is expected to arrive at 17:55 (local time in Colombo, UTC+5.5) and land at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Tue, Nov 10
Thu, Nov 12
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 14m late
10h 20m
Check-in Counter
K310-319
Boarding Gate
18
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
5
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En route
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Colombo at 17:55.
10h 20m
Check-in Counter
K310-319
Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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QF5551 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF5551 flight flying from Melbourne to Colombo on 11/12/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 787-800. This aircraft has been in service for 12y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 335 seats.
Boeing 787-800
Punctuality (Departure)
37
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
63
%
Late on average
27 minutes
Age
12y, 11m
Seats
335
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Paid entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
76 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-3-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF5551
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF5551 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from MEL at approximately 13:29. This flight is expected to arrrive in CMB at 18:04.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 29 | Melbourne (MEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 788 | 14:01 | 18:29 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Melbourne (MEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 788 | 13:54 | 18:18 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Melbourne (MEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 788 | 13:56 | 18:30 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 788 | 13:26 | 18:04 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Melbourne (MEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 788 | 14:25 | 18:58 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Melbourne (MEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 788 | 13:29 | 18:04 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Colombo (CMB) | 788 | 13:22 | 17:55 | En route |
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QF5551 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF5551 is 37% (Late on average 45 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 63% (Late on average 27 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
37
%
Late on average
45 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
40
%
60 mins late
17
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
27 minutes
Early
10
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf5551?
Flight qf5551 has departed (status: En route). Departure 13:22, estimated arrival 17:55 (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight qf5551 on time today?
Flight qf5551 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 13:22 and is estimated to arrive at 17:55.Has flight qf5551 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf5551 is scheduled to depart at 13:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:22, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight qf5551 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf5551 is scheduled to arrive at 17:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:55. Status is En route as of Nov 12, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf5551?
For flight qf5551, the departure terminal is T2 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 qf5551 fly?
Flight qf5551 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Colombo (CMB). Typical flight time is about 10 hours 20 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf5551?
Track flight qf5551 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 qf5551 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf5551 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Nov 12, 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 qf5551 departed from Melbourne?
Flight qf5551 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 13:22 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight qf5551?
Flight qf5551 usually flies a Boeing 787-800 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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