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JQ438 Flight Status (Melbourne to Gold Coast)

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ438 flight operated by Jetstar Airways on Nov 16, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL). The flight is expected to depart at 11:15 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 11:59 (local time in Gold Coast, UTC+10) .
Sun, Nov 15
Mon, Nov 16
MEL-OOL

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2m early
Melbourne(MEL)
11:26
Scheduled: 11:15, Nov 15
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 5m
Gold Coast(OOL)
12:18
Scheduled: 12:20, Nov 15
Gold Coast Airport T1
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
46
Arrival Gate
10
Baggage
4
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MEL-OOL

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
11:15
Scheduled: 11:15, Nov 16
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 5m
Gold Coast(OOL)
11:59
Scheduled: 12:20, Nov 16
Gold Coast Airport T1
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
41
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
4
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Track the Previous Flight Status: Delayed (may impact connections)

JQ449
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Gold Coast (OOL) Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 22:25
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2h 9m late
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JQ438 Aircraft Details and Cabin Information - Melbourne to Gold Coast on Jetstar Airways

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ438 flight flying from Melbourne to Gold Coast on 11/16/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 180 seats.
flight status
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
67 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
90 %
Late on average
7 minutes
Age
14y, 1m
Seats
180
Flight Distance
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JQ438 Recent Flight History and Status - Jetstar Airways

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ438 flight departed on Sun, Nov 15 from MEL at approximately 11:26. This flight is expected to arrrive in OOL at 12:18.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Tue, Nov 10 Melbourne (MEL) Gold Coast (OOL) 320 11:45 12:23 Arrived
Wed, Nov 11 Melbourne (MEL) Gold Coast (OOL) 320 11:58 12:37 Arrived
Thu, Nov 12 Melbourne (MEL) Gold Coast (OOL) 320 11:24 12:03 Arrived
Fri, Nov 13 Melbourne (MEL) Gold Coast (OOL) 320 11:49 12:35 Arrived
Sat, Nov 14 Melbourne (MEL) Gold Coast (OOL) 320 11:44 12:32 Arrived
Sun, Nov 15 Melbourne (MEL) Gold Coast (OOL) 320 11:26 12:18 Arrived
Mon, Nov 16 Melbourne (MEL) Gold Coast (OOL) 320 11:15 11:59 Scheduled

JQ438 On-Time Performance, Departure, and Arrival Trends

Review JQ438 on-time performance based on recent trips, including departure punctuality, arrival punctuality, average delays, and early arrival trends to better understand overall flight reliability. Based on the average performance of JQ438 flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ438 is 67% (Late on average 29 minutes), while the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 7 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67 %
Late on average 29 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
67 %
30 mins late
27 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
3 %
Canceled
1 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90 %
Late on average 7 minutes
Early
43 %
On time
47 %
30 mins late
7 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
3 %
Canceled
1 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight jq438?

    Flight jq438 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 11:15, arrival 12:20 (updated Nov 16, 2026).
  • Flight jq438 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 11:15, with arrival at 12:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight jq438 is scheduled to depart at 11:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 11:15, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 16, 2026).
  • Flight jq438 is scheduled to arrive at 12:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 11:59. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 16, 2026.
  • For flight jq438, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 41. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight jq438 is expected at carousel 4 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight jq438 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours5 minutes; operating days may include Monday.
  • Track flight jq438 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 jq438 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 16, 2026). Contact Jetstar Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
  • Flight jq438 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 11:15.
  • Flight jq438 usually flies a Airbus A320 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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