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QF1297 Flight Status

According to Trip.com latest record on status for Qantas Airways flight QF1297 from Melbourne to Hobart (MEL-HBA): Flights for Nov 3, 2026 are scheduled, with the next departure slated for 20:05 from MEL and an expected arrival at 21:06 at HBA .
Mon, Nov 2
Tue, Nov 3
Wed, Nov 4
MEL-HBA

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Arrived
The flight arrived 17m early.
Melbourne(MEL)
20:12
Scheduled: 20:05, Nov 2
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 20m
Hobart(HBA)
21:08
Scheduled: 21:25, Nov 2
Hobart International Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
26
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
1
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MEL-HBA

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
20:05
Scheduled: 20:05, Nov 3
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 20m
Hobart(HBA)
21:06
Scheduled: 21:25, Nov 3
Hobart International Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
24
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
2
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MEL-HBA

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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
Melbourne(MEL)
20:05
Scheduled: 20:05, Nov 4
Melbourne Airport T1
173106C5-5199-4134-A176-6296CB3DA377 1h 20m
Hobart(HBA)
21:25
Scheduled: 21:25, Nov 4
Hobart International Airport D
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
1
Baggage
2
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QF1297 Aircraft Specifications

According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1297 flight from Melbourne to Hobart on 11/3/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A220-300. This aircraft has been in service for 1y, 5m. The aircraft has 117 seats.
flight status
Airbus A220-300
On-Time Departure
50 %
On-Time Arrival
70 %
Avg. Delay
16 minutes
Aircraft Age
1y, 5m
Total Seats
117
Flight Distance
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QF1297 Flight History

Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1297 flight departed on Mon, Nov 2 from MEL at approximately 20:12. This flight is expected to arrrive in HBA at 21:08.
Date Airport Aircraft Model Departure Arrival Status
Departure Arrival
Wed, Oct 28 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:56 22:00 Arrived
Thu, Oct 29 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:09 21:11 Arrived
Fri, Oct 30 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:47 21:44 Arrived
Sun, Nov 1 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:14 21:16 Arrived
Mon, Nov 2 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:12 21:08 Arrived
Tue, Nov 3 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:05 21:06 Scheduled
Wed, Nov 4 Melbourne (MEL) Hobart (HBA) BCS3 20:05 21:25 Scheduled

QF1297 On-Time Performance

Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1297 is 50% (Late on average 36 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 70% (Late on average 16 minutes).

On-Time Departures
Punctuality
50 %
Late on average 36 minutes
Early
0 %
On time
50 %
30 mins late
27 %
60 mins late
20 %
90 mins late
3 %
Cancelled
0 %
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
70 %
Late on average 16 minutes
Early
37 %
On time
33 %
30 mins late
23 %
60 mins late
3 %
90 mins late
3 %
Cancelled
0 %

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Flight FAQs

  • What is the current status of flight qf1297?

    Flight qf1297 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 20:05, arrival 21:25 (updated Nov 3, 2026).
  • Flight qf1297 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 20:05, with arrival at 21:25. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.
  • Flight qf1297 is scheduled to depart at 20:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 20:05, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 3, 2026).
  • Flight qf1297 is scheduled to arrive at 21:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 21:06. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 3, 2026.
  • For flight qf1297, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 24. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.
  • After arrival, baggage for flight qf1297 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.
  • Flight qf1297 is operated by Qantas Airways from Melbourne (MEL) to Hobart (HBA). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 20 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday.
  • Track flight qf1297 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 qf1297 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 3, 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 qf1297 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 20:05.
  • Flight qf1297 usually flies a Airbus A220-300 with seat layout 2-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.

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