Qantas Airways
QF168 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Qantas Airways flight QF168 from Christchurch to Melbourne (CHC-MEL): Flight QF168 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) 08:05 (local time), about 5m early.
Fri, Oct 9
Sat, Oct 10
Mon, Oct 12
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 34m early
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
29
Arrival Gate
11B
Baggage
8
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 5m early
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
31
Arrival Gate
20
Baggage
5
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 50m
Check-in Counter
C
Boarding Gate
31
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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QF168 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF168 flight from Christchurch to Melbourne on 10/10/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 7m. The aircraft has 174 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
93
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
1 minute
Age
13y, 7m
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 25% of flights
44 cm
Seat width
100°
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 Fri, Oct 9 from CHC at approximately 06:25. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 07:36.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 5 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:36 | 08:17 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:34 | 08:08 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:19 | 07:34 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:26 | 07:30 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:25 | 07:36 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:35 | 08:05 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 12 | Christchurch (CHC) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:20 | 08:10 | Scheduled |
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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 93% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
10
%
On time
83
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
1 minute
Early
63
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight qf168?
Flight qf168 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 08:05 (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
Is flight qf168 on time today?
Flight qf168 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 08:05; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight qf168 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf168 is scheduled to depart at 06:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:35, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
When is flight qf168 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf168 is scheduled to arrive at 08:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:05. Status is Arrived as of Oct 10, 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 50 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight qf168?
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If flight qf168 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf168 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 10, 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 already left Christchurch and completed its journey. Departure was 06:35; actual arrival 08:05. -
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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