Jetstar JQ8989 flight status now

JQ8989 - JST8989 Jetstar Airways (JQ)
MEL Melbourne Australia
Flight MEL to DRW
DRW Darwin Australia
Contact Airlines It may not operate on the date requested
Departure Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
IATA: MELICAO: YMML
Scheduled 08:00
4 51
Arrival Darwin International Airport
IATA: DRWICAO: YPDN
Scheduled 11:00
None None
JQ8989 Detail
  • Type: Domestic Flight
  • Flight Duration: 3 hours 57 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 3125 kms / 1942 miles
Airline
  • Jetstar Airways
  • IATA: JQ
  • ICAO: JST
  • Operating Days: Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: None
  • Seats: None
  • Freight capacity: None
  • Passenger classes: None
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Airbus A320-232
  • Callsign: T-VHST9
  • Departure Timezone: Australia/Sydney
  • Arrival Timezone: Australia/Darwin
  • Current Time in Melbourne: Wednesday 2025-11-19 00:20 AM
  • Current Time in Darwin: Tuesday 2025-11-18 22:50 PM

Domestic flight Jetstar JQ8989 takes off from Melbourne (MEL) Australia to Darwin (DRW) Australia. It's operated by Jetstar Airways. The plane leaves Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at 08:00 Australia/Sydney. The flight is expected to land at Darwin International Airport at 11:00 Australia/Darwin. The flight will last about 3 hours 57 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions, answered

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Darwin?

On average, nonstop flight takes 3 hour(s) 57 minutes, with the flight distance of 3125 km (1942 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the Jetstar JQ8989 flight?

All Jetstar JQ8989 flights are operated using Airbus A320-232 aircraft.

How many Jetstar JQ8989 flights are operated a week?

1 flights per week. The Flight Jetstar JQ8989 is operated on Sunday.