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JQ709 Flight Status

According to Trip.com latest record on status for Jetstar Airways flight JQ709 from Melbourne to Hobart (MEL-HBA): Flight JQ709 has safely landed at Hobart International Airport (HBA) 16:20 (local time), about 10m late.
Mon, Nov 2
Tue, Nov 3
Wed, Nov 4
MEL-HBA

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Arrived
The flight arrived 15m late.
Melbourne(MEL)
15:27
Scheduled: 14:55, Nov 2
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 15m
Hobart(HBA)
16:25
Scheduled: 16:10, Nov 2
Hobart International Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
51
Arrival Gate
9
Baggage
2
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MEL-HBA

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Arrived
The flight arrived 10m late.
Melbourne(MEL)
15:19
Scheduled: 14:55, Nov 3
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 15m
Hobart(HBA)
16:20
Scheduled: 16:10, Nov 3
Hobart International Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
47
Arrival Gate
8
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
14:55
Scheduled: 14:55, Nov 4
Melbourne Airport T4
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 15m
Hobart(HBA)
16:10
Scheduled: 16:10, Nov 4
Hobart International Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
9
Baggage
1
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JQ709 Aircraft Specifications

According to Trip.com real-time data, the JQ709 flight from Melbourne to Hobart on 11/3/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A321. This aircraft has been in service for 17y, 2m. The aircraft has 214 seats.
flight status
Airbus A321
On-Time Departure
50 %
On-Time Arrival
67 %
Avg. Delay
20 minutes
Aircraft Age
17y, 2m
Total Seats
214
Flight Distance
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JQ709 Flight History

Trip.com historical records show that the last JQ709 flight departed on Mon, Nov 2 from MEL at approximately 15:27. This flight is expected to arrrive in HBA at 16:25.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Thu, Oct 29 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) A21N 15:46 16:45 Arrived
Fri, Oct 30 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) 320 16:15 17:20 Arrived
Sat, Oct 31 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) 320 15:20 16:19 Arrived
Sun, Nov 1 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) 321 15:37 16:40 Arrived
Mon, Nov 2 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) 320 15:27 16:25 Arrived
Tue, Nov 3 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) 320 15:19 16:20 Arrived
Wed, Nov 4 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) 321 14:55 16:10 Scheduled

JQ709 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of JQ709 is 50% (Late on average 40 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 67% (Late on average 20 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
50 %
Late on average 40 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
50 %
30 mins late
23 %
60 mins late
20 %
90 mins late
7 %
Cancelled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
67 %
Late on average 20 minutes
Early
23 %
On time
43 %
30 mins late
20 %
60 mins late
13 %
90 mins late
0 %
Cancelled
0 %

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Flight FAQs

  • What is the current status of flight jq709?

    Flight jq709 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 16:20 (updated Nov 3, 2026).
  • Flight jq709 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 16:20; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.
  • Flight jq709 is scheduled to depart at 14:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:19, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 3, 2026).
  • Flight jq709 is scheduled to arrive at 16:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:20. Status is Arrived as of Nov 3, 2026.
  • For flight jq709, the departure terminal is T4 and the boarding gate is 47. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight jq709 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight jq709 is operated by Jetstar Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 15 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday.
  • Track flight jq709 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 jq709 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 3, 2026). Contact Jetstar Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.
  • Flight jq709 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 15:19; actual arrival 16:20.
  • Flight jq709 usually flies a Airbus A321 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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Time on arrival: Melbourne 16:10 | Hobart 16:10

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