Qantas Airways
QF5688 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF5688 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 8, 2026, flying from Adelaide (ADL) to Darwin (DRW), departed at 14:39 and is expected to arrive at 17:04 (local time in Darwin, UTC+9.5) and land at Darwin International Airport (DRW)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 23m early
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
25
Arrival Gate
9
Baggage
3
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En route
Your flight has departed Adelaide and is expected to arrive in Darwin at 17:04.
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
25
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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QF5688 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF5688 flight flying from Adelaide to Darwin on 10/8/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 2y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
Airbus A321neo
Punctuality (Departure)
77
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
2y, 10m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
--
Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Paid entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
74 cm
Legroom
45 cm
Seat width better than on 67% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF5688
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF5688 flight departed on Wed, Oct 7 from ADL at approximately 14:14. This flight is expected to arrrive in DRW at 16:37.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 3 | Adelaide (ADL) | Darwin (DRW) | A21N | 15:32 | 17:55 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 4 | Adelaide (ADL) | Darwin (DRW) | A21N | 14:20 | 16:49 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Adelaide (ADL) | Darwin (DRW) | A21N | 14:16 | 16:39 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Adelaide (ADL) | Darwin (DRW) | A21N | 14:23 | 16:40 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Adelaide (ADL) | Darwin (DRW) | A21N | 14:14 | 16:37 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Adelaide (ADL) | Darwin (DRW) | A21N | 14:39 | 17:04 | En route |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Adelaide (ADL) | Darwin (DRW) | A21N | 14:10 | 17:00 | Scheduled |
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QF5688 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF5688 is 77% (Late on average 24 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
77
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
63
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight qf5688?
Flight qf5688 has departed (status: En route). Departure 14:39, estimated arrival 17:04 (updated Oct 8, 2026). -
Is flight qf5688 on time today?
Flight qf5688 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 14:39 and is estimated to arrive at 17:04. -
Has flight qf5688 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf5688 is scheduled to depart at 14:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:39, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 8, 2026). -
When is flight qf5688 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf5688 is scheduled to arrive at 17:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:04. Status is En route as of Oct 8, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight qf5688?
For flight qf5688, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 25. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight qf5688?
After arrival, baggage for flight qf5688 is expected at carousel 3 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival. -
What route does flight qf5688 fly?
Flight qf5688 is operated by Qantas Airways from Adelaide (ADL) to Darwin (DRW). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 50 minutes; operating days may include Thursday. -
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If flight qf5688 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf5688 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 8, 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 qf5688 departed from Adelaide?
Flight qf5688 has departed from Adelaide (ADL) at 14:39 (status: En route). -
What is the seat configuration for flight qf5688?
Flight qf5688 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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