Qantas Airways QF8978 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF8978 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 11, 2026, flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Helsinki (HEL), departed at 15:42 and is expected to arrive at 06:00 (local time in Helsinki, UTC+2) and land at Helsinki Airport (HEL)
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Wed, Nov 11
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 44m late
23h 30m
BKK
2h
Check-in Counter
J214-227
Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
2
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En route
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Helsinki at 06:00.
23h 30m
BKK
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
N200-213
Boarding Gate
6
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
6
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QF8978 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF8978 flight flying from Melbourne to Helsinki on 11/11/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 9y, 5m. The aircraft is equipped with 321 seats.
Airbus A350-900
Punctuality (Departure)
80
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Age
9y, 5m
Seats
321
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
--
Legroom
46 cm
Seat width
135°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
198 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF8978
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF8978 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from MEL at approximately 15:45. This flight is expected to arrrive in HEL at 06:44.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Helsinki (HEL) | 359 | 16:04 | 06:52 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Melbourne (MEL) | Helsinki (HEL) | 359 | 15:44 | 05:59 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Helsinki (HEL) | 359 | 15:52 | 06:25 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Helsinki (HEL) | 359 | 15:48 | 06:18 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Melbourne (MEL) | Helsinki (HEL) | 359 | 15:45 | 06:44 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Helsinki (HEL) | 359 | 15:42 | 06:00 | En route |
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QF8978 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF8978 is 80% (Late on average 20 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
20 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Early
67
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf8978?
Flight qf8978 has departed (status: En route). Departure 15:42, estimated arrival 06:00 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight qf8978 on time today?
Flight qf8978 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 15:42 and is estimated to arrive at 06:00.Has flight qf8978 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf8978 is scheduled to depart at 15:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:42, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight qf8978 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf8978 is scheduled to arrive at 06:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 06:00. Status is En route as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf8978?
For flight qf8978, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 6. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight qf8978 fly?
Flight qf8978 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Helsinki (HEL). Typical flight time is about 23 hours 30 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf8978?
Track flight qf8978 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 qf8978 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf8978 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Nov 11, 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 qf8978 departed from Melbourne?
Flight qf8978 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 15:42 (status: En route).
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