Qantas QF1988 Flight Status Today

Domestic flight Qantas QF1988 takes off from Melbourne (MEL) Australia to Townsville (TSV) Australia. It's operated by Qantas. The plane leaves Melbourne Tullamarine Airport at 11:30 19 January 2026 Australia/Sydney. The flight is expected to land at Townsville Airport at 13:30 19 January 2026 Australia/Brisbane. The flight will last about 3 hours 17 minutes.

Current status of QF1988 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 5 hours, 24 minutes

QF1988 - QFA1988 Qantas (QF)
MEL Melbourne Australia
Flight MEL to TSV
TSV Townsville Australia
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 5 hours, 24 minutes
Departure Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
IATA: MELICAO: YMML
Scheduled 11:30 19 January 2026
1 None
Arrival Townsville Airport
IATA: TSVICAO: YBTL
Scheduled 13:30 19 January 2026
None None
QF1988 Detail
  • Type: Domestic Flight
  • Flight Duration: 3 hours 17 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 2050 kms / 1274 miles
Airline
  • Qantas
  • IATA: QF
  • ICAO: QFA
  • Operating Days: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: N/A
  • Seats: N/A
  • Freight capacity: N/A
  • Passenger classes: N/A
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Embraer 190
  • Callsign: F-YBTL3
  • Departure Timezone: Australia/Sydney
  • Arrival Timezone: Australia/Brisbane
  • Current Time in Melbourne: Monday 2026-01-19 06:06 AM
  • Current Time in Townsville: Monday 2026-01-19 05:06 AM

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Qantas Flight QF1988 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Qantas QF1988 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 3 hour(s) 17 minutes, with the flight distance of 2050 km (1274 miles).

What is the current status of Qantas QF1988 flight?

The current status of flight Qantas QF1988 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Qantas QF1988 flight?

All Qantas QF1988 flights are operated using Embraer 190 aircraft.

How many Qantas QF1988 flights are operated a week?

5 flights per week. The Flight Qantas QF1988 is operated on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.