Qantas Airways QF5579 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF5579 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 22, 2026, flying from Cairns (CNS) to Tokyo (NRT), departed at 11:46 and is expected to arrive at 17:40 (local time in Tokyo, UTC+9) and land at Narita International Airport (NRT)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived on time
7h 25m
Check-in Counter
1-10
Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
159
Baggage
--
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En route
Your flight has departed Cairns and is expected to arrive in Tokyo at 17:40.
7h 25m
Check-in Counter
1-10
Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
159
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
7h 25m
Check-in Counter
1-10
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
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QF5579 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF5579 flight flying from Cairns to Tokyo on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 787-800. This aircraft has been in service for 11y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 335 seats.
Boeing 787-800
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
16 minutes
Age
11y, 10m
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 QF5579
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF5579 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from CNS at approximately 11:48. This flight is expected to arrrive in NRT at 18:05.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Cairns (CNS) | Tokyo (NRT) | 788 | 11:48 | 17:55 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Cairns (CNS) | Tokyo (NRT) | 788 | 11:49 | 18:06 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Cairns (CNS) | Tokyo (NRT) | 788 | 11:48 | 17:57 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Cairns (CNS) | Tokyo (NRT) | 788 | 11:44 | 17:55 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Cairns (CNS) | Tokyo (NRT) | 788 | 11:48 | 18:05 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Cairns (CNS) | Tokyo (NRT) | 788 | 11:46 | 17:40 | En route |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Cairns (CNS) | Tokyo (NRT) | 788 | 11:40 | 18:05 | Scheduled |
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QF5579 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF5579 is 90% (Late on average 10 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 16 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
10
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
16 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf5579?
Flight qf5579 has departed (status: En route). Departure 11:46, estimated arrival 17:40 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight qf5579 on time today?
Flight qf5579 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 11:46 and is estimated to arrive at 17:40.Has flight qf5579 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf5579 is scheduled to depart at 11:40. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 11:46, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight qf5579 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf5579 is scheduled to arrive at 18:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:40. Status is En route as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf5579?
For flight qf5579, the departure terminal is T1 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 qf5579 fly?
Flight qf5579 is operated by Qantas Airways from Cairns (CNS) to Tokyo (NRT). Typical flight time is about 7 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf5579?
Track flight qf5579 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 qf5579 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf5579 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 22, 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 qf5579 departed from Cairns?
Flight qf5579 has departed from Cairns (CNS) at 11:46 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight qf5579?
Flight qf5579 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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