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Qantas On-Time Performance in 2026

Qantas (QF) on-time performance, ULR routes (Project Sunrise update), and what to expect on QF flights in 2026.

FlightyFlow Team·· 6 min read

Headline numbers

Qantas (QF / QFA) operates Australia's flagship long-haul network. 2026 saw improvement after a tough post-pandemic recovery.

  • Arrival within 15 min (A14): ~80%
  • Cancellation rate: ~0.7%
  • Most reliable routes: SYD ↔ MEL shuttle
  • Most delay-prone routes: SYD ↔ DFW, SYD ↔ JFK (curfew sensitivity)

Project Sunrise

Qantas' ULR Sydney–London and Sydney–New York nonstops launch on the A350-1000 ULR in 2026–2027. Watch for unique scheduling and OTP profiles on these world-record-breaking flights.

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