Qantas Airways QF704 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF704 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Sep 21, 2026, flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS), departed at 13:27 and is expected to arrive at 16:28 and land at Cairns Airport (CNS)
Mon, Sep 14
Mon, Sep 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 11m early
3h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
1
Arrival Gate
18
Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Cairns at 16:28.
3h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
24
Arrival Gate
18
Baggage
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Adelaide (ADL) 
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)Scheduled: 12:00
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18m early
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QF704 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF704 flight flying from Melbourne to Cairns on 9/21/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 24y, 7m. The aircraft is equipped with 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
80%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97%
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
24y, 7m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 36% of flights
44 cm
Seat width better than on 45% of flights
110°
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 60% of flights
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF704
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF704 flight departed on Mon, Sep 14 from MEL at approximately 13:25. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 16:29.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Aug 31 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 738 | 13:28 | 16:30 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 7 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 738 | 13:34 | 16:37 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 14 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 738 | 13:25 | 16:29 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Cairns (CNS) | 738 | 13:27 | 16:28 | En route |
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QF704 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF704 is 80% (Late on average 23 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80%
Late on average 23 minutes
Early
0%
On time
80%
30 mins late
17%
60 mins late
3%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97%
Early on average 0 minutes
Early
60%
On time
37%
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 qf704?
Flight qf704 has departed (status: En route). Departure 13:27, estimated arrival 16:28 (updated Sep 21, 2026).Is flight qf704 on time today?
Flight qf704 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 13:27 and is estimated to arrive at 16:28.Has flight qf704 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf704 is scheduled to depart at 13:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:27, and the current status is En route (updated Sep 21, 2026).When is flight qf704 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf704 is scheduled to arrive at 16:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:28. Status is En route as of Sep 21, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf704?
For flight qf704, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 24. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight qf704 fly?
Flight qf704 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Monday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf704?
Track flight qf704 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 qf704 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf704 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Sep 21, 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 qf704 departed from Melbourne?
Flight qf704 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 13:27 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight qf704?
Flight qf704 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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