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QF1997 Flight Status (Melbourne to Newcastle)

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1997 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 16, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Newcastle (NTL). The flight is expected to depart at 08:30 and land at 09:45 .
Sat, Nov 14
Mon, Nov 16
Tue, Nov 17
MEL-NTL

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Arrived
The flight has arrived 3m late
Melbourne(MEL)
13:34
Scheduled: 13:15, Nov 14
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 35m
Newcastle(NTL)
14:53
Scheduled: 14:50, Nov 14
Williamtown Airport
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
22
Arrival Gate
AR
Baggage
C
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MEL-NTL

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
08:30
Scheduled: 08:30, Nov 16
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 35m
Newcastle(NTL)
09:45
Scheduled: 10:05, Nov 16
Williamtown Airport
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
1
Arrival Gate
1
Baggage
B
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
08:30
Scheduled: 08:30, Nov 17
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 35m
Newcastle(NTL)
10:05
Scheduled: 10:05, Nov 17
Williamtown Airport
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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QF1997 Aircraft Details and Cabin Information - Melbourne to Newcastle on Qantas Airways

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1997 flight flying from Melbourne to Newcastle on 11/16/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 19y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 97 seats.
flight status
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
53 %
Punctuality (Arrival)
93 %
Late on average
15 minutes
Age
19y, 1m
Seats
97
Flight Distance
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QF1997 Recent Flight History and Status - Qantas Airways

Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1997 flight departed on Sat, Nov 14 from MEL at approximately 13:34. This flight is expected to arrrive in NTL at 14:53.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Tue, Nov 10 Melbourne (MEL) Newcastle (NTL) E190 08:41 09:55 Arrived
Wed, Nov 11 Melbourne (MEL) Newcastle (NTL) E190 09:02 10:17 Arrived
Thu, Nov 12 Melbourne (MEL) Newcastle (NTL) E190 09:07 10:33 Arrived
Fri, Nov 13 Melbourne (MEL) Newcastle (NTL) E190 08:52 10:07 Arrived
Sat, Nov 14 Melbourne (MEL) Newcastle (NTL) E190 13:34 14:53 Arrived
Mon, Nov 16 Melbourne (MEL) Newcastle (NTL) E190 08:30 09:45 Scheduled
Tue, Nov 17 Melbourne (MEL) Newcastle (NTL) E190 08:30 10:05 Scheduled

QF1997 On-Time Performance, Departure, and Arrival Trends

Review QF1997 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 QF1997 flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1997 is 53% (Late on average 35 minutes), while the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Late on average 15 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
53 %
Late on average 35 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
53 %
30 mins late
43 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
3 %
Canceled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93 %
Late on average 15 minutes
Early
20 %
On time
73 %
30 mins late
3 %
60 mins late
0 %
90 mins late
3 %
Canceled
0 %

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the current status of flight qf1997?

    Flight qf1997 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 08:30, arrival 10:05 (updated Nov 16, 2026).
  • Flight qf1997 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 08:30, with arrival at 10:05. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight qf1997 is scheduled to depart at 08:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 16, 2026).
  • Flight qf1997 is scheduled to arrive at 10:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:45. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 16, 2026.
  • For flight qf1997, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 1. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • Flight qf1997 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Newcastle (NTL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour35 minutes; operating days may include Monday.
  • Track flight qf1997 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 qf1997 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 16, 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 qf1997 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 08:30.
  • Flight qf1997 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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