Qantas Airways
QF1818 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Qantas Airways flight QF1818 from Sydney to Cairns (SYD-CNS): Flight QF1818 has taken off from Kingsford Smith Airport at 11:51, and is currently en-route to Cairns Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 13:34.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 11m early.
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Sydney and is expected to arrive in Cairns at 13:34.
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
1
Arrival Gate
22
Baggage
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QF1819
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Cairns (CNS)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 10:45
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7m early
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QF1818 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF1818 flight from Sydney to Cairns on 10/10/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Embraer 190. This aircraft has been in service for 19y, 1m. The aircraft has 97 seats.
Embraer 190
On-Time Departure
40
%
On-Time Arrival
90
%
Avg. Delay
11 minutes
Aircraft Age
19y, 1m
Total Seats
97
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
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
Cabin Amenities
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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QF1818 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF1818 flight departed on Fri, Oct 9 from SYD at approximately 11:52. This flight is expected to arrrive in CNS at 13:29.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 5 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 11:42 | 13:30 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 11:56 | 13:39 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 12:14 | 13:57 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 11:45 | 13:27 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 11:52 | 13:29 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 11:51 | 13:34 | In Flight |
| Sun, Oct 11 | Sydney (SYD) | Cairns (CNS) | E190 | 11:30 | 13:40 | Scheduled |
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QF1818 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF1818 is 40% (Late on average 39 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
40
%
Late on average
39 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
50
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Early
27
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight qf1818?
Flight qf1818 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 11:51, estimated arrival 13:34 (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
Is flight qf1818 on time today?
Flight qf1818 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 11:51 and is estimated to arrive at 13:34. -
Has flight qf1818 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf1818 is scheduled to depart at 11:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 11:51, and the current status is In Flight (updated Oct 10, 2026). -
When is flight qf1818 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf1818 is scheduled to arrive at 13:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:34. Status is In Flight as of Oct 10, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight qf1818?
For flight qf1818, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 3. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight qf1818 fly?
Flight qf1818 is operated by Qantas Airways from Sydney (SYD) to Cairns (CNS). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight qf1818?
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If flight qf1818 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
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Has flight qf1818 departed from Sydney?
Flight qf1818 has departed from Sydney (SYD) at 11:51 (status: In Flight). -
What is the seat configuration for flight qf1818?
Flight qf1818 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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