Qantas Airways QF481 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Qantas Airways flight QF481 from Sydney to Melbourne (SYD-MEL): Flight QF481 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) 20:40 (local time), about 35m late.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 10m late.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
6
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
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Arrived
The flight arrived 35m late.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
11
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
6
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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QF481
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QF537
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Brisbane (BNE)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 17:10
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55m late
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QF481 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the QF481 flight from Sydney to Melbourne on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A321neo. This aircraft has been in service for 4m. The aircraft has 197 seats.
Airbus A321neo
On-Time Departure
60
%
On-Time Arrival
87
%
Avg. Delay
12 minutes
Aircraft Age
4m
Total Seats
197
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 49% of flights
43 cm
Seat width better than on 4% of flights
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
51 cm
Seat width better than on 39% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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QF481 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last QF481 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from SYD at approximately 19:06. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 20:15.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 18:58 | 20:06 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 18:56 | 20:03 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 18:55 | 20:15 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 18:49 | 19:56 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 19:06 | 20:15 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 19:37 | 20:40 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | A21N | 18:30 | 20:05 | Scheduled |
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QF481 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of QF481 is 60% (Late on average 31 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 12 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
31 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
12 minutes
Early
27
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight qf481?
Flight qf481 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 20:40 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight qf481 on time today?
Flight qf481 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 20:40; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight qf481 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight qf481 is scheduled to depart at 18:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:37, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight qf481 scheduled to arrive?
Flight qf481 is scheduled to arrive at 20:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 20:40. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight qf481?
For flight qf481, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 7. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight qf481 fly?
Flight qf481 is operated by Qantas Airways from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight qf481?
Track flight qf481 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 qf481 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If qf481 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 22, 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 qf481 departed from Sydney?
Flight qf481 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 19:37; actual arrival 20:40.What is the seat configuration for flight qf481?
Flight qf481 usually flies a Airbus A321neo 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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