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QF1888 Flight Status (Brisbane to Cairns)

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1888 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 11, 2026, scheduled to fly from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 17:22 , with a new arrival time of 19:27 . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
Tue, Nov 10
Wed, Nov 11
Thu, Nov 12
BNE-CNS

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 5m late
Brisbane(BNE)
17:18
Scheduled: 16:50, Nov 10
Brisbane Airport D
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 25m
Cairns(CNS)
19:20
Scheduled: 19:15, Nov 10
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
24
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
D1
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BNE-CNS

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Delayed
Your flight is about 32m late
Brisbane(BNE)
17:22
Scheduled: 16:50, Nov 11
Brisbane Airport D
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 25m
Cairns(CNS)
19:27
Scheduled: 19:15, Nov 11
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
17
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
D1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Brisbane(BNE)
16:50
Scheduled: 16:50, Nov 12
Brisbane Airport D
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 2h 25m
Cairns(CNS)
19:15
Scheduled: 19:15, Nov 12
Cairns Airport T2
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
D1
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Track the Previous Flight Status: Delayed (may impact connections)

QF1887
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Cairns (CNS) Brisbane (BNE)
Scheduled: 16:10
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3m late
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QF1888 Aircraft Details and Cabin Information - Brisbane to Cairns on Qantas Airways

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1888 flight flying from Brisbane to Cairns on 11/11/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 19y, 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 97 seats.
flight status
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
63 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
87 %
Late on average
8 minutes
Age
19y, 4m
Seats
97
Flight Distance
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QF1888 Recent Flight History and Status - Qantas Airways

Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1888 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from BNE at approximately 17:18. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 19:20.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Fri, Nov 6 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:07 19:13 Arrived
Sat, Nov 7 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:07 19:19 Arrived
Sun, Nov 8 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:02 19:20 Arrived
Mon, Nov 9 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:08 19:15 Arrived
Tue, Nov 10 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:18 19:20 Arrived
Wed, Nov 11 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 17:22 19:27 Delayed
Thu, Nov 12 Brisbane (BNE) Cairns (CNS) E190 16:50 19:15 Scheduled

QF1888 On-Time Performance, Departure, and Arrival Trends

Review QF1888 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 QF1888 flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1888 is 63% (Late on average 30 minutes), while the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 8 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63 %
Late on average 30 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
63 %
30 mins late
30 %
60 mins late
7 %
90 mins late
0 %
Canceled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87 %
Late on average 8 minutes
Early
40 %
On time
47 %
30 mins late
7 %
60 mins late
7 %
90 mins late
0 %
Canceled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight qf1888?

    Flight qf1888 is delayed by about 32 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 17:22 / 19:27 (updated Nov 11, 2026).
  • Flight qf1888 is delayed by about 32 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 17:22 / 19:27. Watch for gate changes.
  • Flight qf1888 is scheduled to depart at 16:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 17:22, and the current status is Delayed (updated Nov 11, 2026).
  • Flight qf1888 is scheduled to arrive at 19:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:27. Status is Delayed as of Nov 11, 2026.
  • For flight qf1888, the departure terminal is D and the boarding gate is 17. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight qf1888 is expected at carousel D1 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight qf1888 is operated by Qantas Airways from Brisbane (BNE) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 2 hours25 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.
  • Track flight qf1888 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 qf1888 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, 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.
  • Flight qf1888 has not left Brisbane (BNE) yet and is delayed by about 32 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 17:22.
  • Flight qf1888 usually flies a Embraer 190 with seat layout 2-2. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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Arrival Info: Cairns Weather & Current Time

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Time on arrival: Brisbane 19:27 | Cairns 19:27

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