Qantas Airways QF1996 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1996 flight operated by Qantas Airways on Oct 31, 2026, flying from Newcastle (NTL) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 11:17 and is expected to arrive at 12:39 at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m late
1h 50m
Check-in Counter
9-11
Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
1
Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Newcastle and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 12:39.
1h 50m
Check-in Counter
9-11
Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
24
Baggage
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Melbourne (MEL)
Newcastle (NTL)
Newcastle (NTL)
Scheduled: 21:00
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13m late
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QF1996 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1996 flight from Newcastle to Melbourne on 10/31/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 19y, 10m. The aircraft has 97 seats.
Embraer 190
Punctuality (Departure)
93
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Age
19y, 10m
Seats
97
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 50% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
1-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for QF1996
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1996 flight departed on Fri, Oct 30 from NTL at approximately 06:15. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 07:51.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 24 | Newcastle (NTL) | Melbourne (MEL) | E190 | 08:32 | 09:54 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Newcastle (NTL) | Melbourne (MEL) | E190 | 06:04 | 07:24 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Newcastle (NTL) | Melbourne (MEL) | E190 | 06:16 | 07:51 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Newcastle (NTL) | Melbourne (MEL) | E190 | 06:05 | 07:28 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Newcastle (NTL) | Melbourne (MEL) | E190 | 06:05 | 07:33 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Newcastle (NTL) | Melbourne (MEL) | E190 | 06:15 | 07:51 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Newcastle (NTL) | Melbourne (MEL) | E190 | 11:17 | 12:39 | En route |
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QF1996 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1996 is 93% (Late on average 12 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
12 minutes
Early
7
%
On time
87
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
7 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf1996?
Flight qf1996 has departed (status: En route). Departure 11:17, estimated arrival 12:39 (updated Oct 31, 2026).Is flight qf1996 on time today?
Flight qf1996 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 11:17 and is estimated to arrive at 12:39.Has flight qf1996 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf1996 is scheduled to depart at 10:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 11:17, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 31, 2026).When is flight qf1996 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf1996 is scheduled to arrive at 12:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 12:39. Status is En route as of Oct 31, 2026.What route does flight qf1996 fly?
Flight qf1996 is operated by Qantas Airways from Newcastle (NTL) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 50 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf1996?
Track flight qf1996 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 qf1996 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf1996 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Oct 31, 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 qf1996 departed from Newcastle?
Flight qf1996 has departed from Newcastle (NTL) at 11:17 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight qf1996?
Flight qf1996 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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