Air France AF5256 Flight Status Today

International flight Air France AF5256 takes off from Shanghai (PVG) China to Melbourne (MEL) Australia. It's operated by Air France. The plane leaves Shanghai Pudong International Airport at 00:15 21 January 2026 Asia/Shanghai. The flight is expected to land at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at 14:05 21 January 2026 Australia/Sydney. The flight will last about 10 hours 30 minutes.

Current status of AF5256 is Arrived On time

AF5256 - AFR5256 Air France (AF)
PVG Shanghai China
Flight PVG to MEL
MEL Melbourne Australia
Arrived On time
Departure Shanghai Pudong International Airport
IATA: PVGICAO: ZSPD
Scheduled 00:15 21 January 2026
Actual 00:08 21 January 2026
1 None
Arrival Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
IATA: MELICAO: YMML
Scheduled 14:05 21 January 2026
Actual 13:38 21 January 2026
2 20
AF5256 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: QF 4036
  • Flight Duration: 10 hours 30 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 7987 kms / 4963 miles
Airline
  • Air France
  • IATA: AF
  • ICAO: AFR
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 270
  • Freight capacity: 40.2 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class, Shuttle
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 787-9
  • Callsign: AFR5256
  • Departure Timezone: Asia/Shanghai
  • Arrival Timezone: Australia/Sydney
  • Current Time in Shanghai: Wednesday 2026-01-21 12:24 PM
  • Current Time in Melbourne: Wednesday 2026-01-21 15:24 PM

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Air France Flight AF5256 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Air France AF5256 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 10 hour(s) 30 minutes, with the flight distance of 7987 km (4963 miles).

What is the current status of Air France AF5256 flight?

The current status of flight Air France AF5256 is Arrived On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Air France AF5256 flight?

All Air France AF5256 flights are operated using Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

When does the flight Air France AF5256 arrive?

Flight Air France AF5256 arrives at 14:05.

Which terminal the flight Air France AF5256 is arriving at?

Flight Air France AF5256 arrives in Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at Terminal 2.

How many Air France AF5256 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Air France AF5256 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday.