Jetstar JQ981 flight status now

JQ981 - JST981 Jetstar Airways (JQ)
PER Perth Australia
Flight PER to MEL
MEL Melbourne Australia
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Departure Perth Airport
IATA: PERICAO: YPPH
Scheduled 01:40
3 None
Arrival Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
IATA: MELICAO: YMML
Scheduled 07:10
4 None
JQ981 Detail
  • Type: Domestic Flight
  • Flight Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 2707 kms / 1682 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: JST981
  • Departure Timezone: Australia/Perth
  • Arrival Timezone: Australia/Sydney
  • Current Time in Perth: Wednesday 2025-11-19 02:44 AM
  • Current Time in Melbourne: Wednesday 2025-11-19 05:44 AM

Domestic flight Jetstar JQ981 takes off from Perth (PER) Australia to Melbourne (MEL) Australia. It's operated by Jetstar Airways. The plane leaves Perth Airport at 01:40 Australia/Perth. The flight is expected to land at Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at 07:10 Australia/Sydney. The flight will last about 3 hours 30 minutes.

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Frequently asked questions, answered

How long is the flight from Perth to Melbourne?

On average, nonstop flight takes 3 hour(s) 30 minutes, with the flight distance of 2707 km (1682 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the Jetstar JQ981 flight?

All Jetstar JQ981 flights are operated using Airbus A320 aircraft.

Which terminal the flight Jetstar JQ981 is arriving at?

Flight Jetstar JQ981 arrives in Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at Terminal 4.

How many Jetstar JQ981 flights are operated a week?

1 flights per week. The Flight Jetstar JQ981 is operated on Sunday.