Jetstar JQ171 Flight Status : Live Tracking & Updates

International flight Jetstar JQ171 takes off from Melbourne (MEL) Australia to Christchurch (CHC) New Zealand. It's operated by Jetstar Airways. The plane leaves Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at 11:05 05 May 2026 Australia/Sydney. The flight is expected to land at Christchurch International Airport at 16:25 05 May 2026 Pacific/Auckland. The flight will last about 3 hours 20 minutes.

Current status of JQ171 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 8 minutes

JQ171 - JST171 Jetstar Airways (JQ)
MEL Melbourne Australia
Flight MEL to CHC
CHC Christchurch New Zealand
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 8 minutes
Departure Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
IATA: MELICAO: YMML
Scheduled 11:05 05 May 2026
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Arrival Christchurch International Airport
IATA: CHCICAO: NZCH
Scheduled 16:25 05 May 2026
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JQ171 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Code Shares: 6E 3913, EK 7478, QF 5563
  • Flight Duration: 3 hours 20 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 2420 kms / 1503 miles
Airline
  • Jetstar Airways
  • IATA: JQ
  • ICAO: JST
  • Operating Days: Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 180
  • Freight capacity: 9.4 tons
  • Passenger classes: First Class, Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A320
  • Callsign: JST171
  • Departure Timezone: Australia/Sydney
  • Arrival Timezone: Pacific/Auckland
  • Current Time in Melbourne: Tuesday 2026-05-05 10:57 AM
  • Current Time in Christchurch: Tuesday 2026-05-05 12:57 PM

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Jetstar Flight JQ171 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Jetstar JQ171 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 3 hour(s) 20 minutes, with the flight distance of 2420 km (1503 miles).

What is the current status of Jetstar JQ171 flight?

The current status of flight Jetstar JQ171 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Jetstar JQ171 flight?

All Jetstar JQ171 flights are operated using Airbus A320 aircraft.

How many Jetstar JQ171 flights are operated a week?

1 flights per week. The Flight Jetstar JQ171 is operated on Sunday.