Qantas Airways QF168 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF168 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Nov 2, 2026, flying from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 06:18 (local time in Christchurch, UTC+13) and is expected to arrive at 07:32 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2h 6m late
3h 55m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
34D
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
8
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En route
Your flight has departed Christchurch and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 07:32.
3h 55m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
31
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
5
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Canceled
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Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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QF169
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Melbourne (MEL)
Christchurch (CHC)
Christchurch (CHC)
Scheduled: 00:10
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42m late
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QF168 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF168 flight from Christchurch to Melbourne on 11/2/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 5m. The aircraft has 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Age
18y, 5m
Seats
174
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 20% of flights
44 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
56 cm
Seat width
145°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF168
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF168 flight departed on Sat, Oct 31 from CHC at approximately 08:37. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 10:06.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 26 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:18 | 07:55 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 73H | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:10 | 07:46 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 73H | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 08:37 | 10:06 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 2 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:18 | 07:32 | En route |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 73H | -- | -- | Canceled |
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QF168 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF168 is 90% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
10
%
On time
80
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
8 minutes
Early
70
%
On time
23
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf168?
Flight qf168 has departed (status: En route). Departure 06:18, estimated arrival 07:32 (updated Nov 2, 2026).Is flight qf168 on time today?
Flight qf168 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 06:18 and is estimated to arrive at 07:32.Has flight qf168 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf168 is scheduled to depart at 06:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:18, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 2, 2026).When is flight qf168 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf168 is scheduled to arrive at 08:00. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:32. Status is En route as of Nov 2, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf168?
For flight qf168, the departure terminal is I and the boarding gate is 31. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight qf168?
After arrival, baggage for flight qf168 is expected at carousel 5 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight qf168 fly?
Flight qf168 is operated by Qantas Airways from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 55 minutes; operating days may include Monday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf168?
Track flight qf168 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 qf168 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf168 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Nov 2, 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 qf168 departed from Christchurch?
Flight qf168 has departed from Christchurch (CHC) at 06:18 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight qf168?
Flight qf168 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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