Virgin Australia
VA008 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA008 from Doha to Melbourne (DOH-MEL): Flights for Sep 12, 2026 are scheduled, with the next departure slated for 01:35 from DOH and an expected arrival at 22:05 at MEL .
Fri, Sep 11
Sat, Sep 12
Sun, Sep 13
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Arrived
The flight arrived 19m early.
13h 30m
Check-in Counter
6
Boarding Gate
C9
Arrival Gate
10
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
13h 30m
Check-in Counter
6
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
7
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
13h 30m
Check-in Counter
6
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
10
Baggage
--
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VA008 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA008 flight from Doha to Melbourne on 9/12/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 4m. The aircraft has 358 seats.
Boeing 777-300ER
On-Time Departure
60
%
On-Time Arrival
93
%
Avg. Delay
0 minutes
Aircraft Age
10y, 4m
Total Seats
358
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-4-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
198 cm
More legroom than on 17% of flights
55 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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VA008 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA008 flight departed on Fri, Sep 11 from DOH at approximately 01:52. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 21:46.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Sep 7 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:01 | 22:33 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 8 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:50 | 23:04 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 9 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:55 | 22:09 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 10 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:52 | 21:55 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 11 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:52 | 21:46 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 12 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:35 | 22:05 | Scheduled |
| Sun, Sep 13 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:35 | 22:05 | Scheduled |
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VA008 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA008 is 60% (Late on average 29 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
29 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
37
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
43
%
On time
50
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight va008?
Flight va008 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 01:35, arrival 22:05 (updated Sep 12, 2026). -
Is flight va008 on time today?
Flight va008 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 01:35, with arrival at 22:05. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight va008 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va008 is scheduled to depart at 01:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 01:35, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 12, 2026). -
When is flight va008 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va008 is scheduled to arrive at 22:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 22:05. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 12, 2026. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight va008?
After arrival, baggage for flight va008 is expected at carousel 7 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival. -
What route does flight va008 fly?
Flight va008 is operated by Virgin Australia from Doha (DOH) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 13 hours 30 minutes; operating days may include Saturday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight va008?
Track flight va008 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications. -
If flight va008 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va008 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Sep 12, 2026). Contact Virgin Australia or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com. -
Has flight va008 departed from Doha?
Flight va008 has not departed from Doha (DOH) yet and is currently on schedule for 01:35. -
What is the seat configuration for flight va008?
Flight va008 usually flies a Boeing 777-300ER with seat layout 3-4-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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