Virgin Australia VA5518 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA5518 from Melbourne to Singapore (MEL-SIN): Flight VA5518 has taken off from Melbourne Airport at 00:39, and is currently en-route to Singapore Changi Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 04:55.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 47m early.
7h 55m
Check-in Counter
F
Boarding Gate
20
Arrival Gate
A11
Baggage
43
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Singapore at 04:55.
7h 55m
Check-in Counter
F
Boarding Gate
20
Arrival Gate
A15
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
7h 55m
Check-in Counter
F
Boarding Gate
18
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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VA5518 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA5518 flight from Melbourne to Singapore on 10/24/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A350-900. This aircraft has been in service for 6y, 10m.
Airbus A350-900
On-Time Departure
90
%
On-Time Arrival
100
%
Avg. Early
25 minutes
Aircraft Age
6y, 10m
Total Seats
--
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Premium Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
135°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
--
Reclining Angle
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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VA5518 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA5518 flight departed on Fri, Oct 23 from MEL at approximately 00:31. This flight is expected to arrrive in SIN at 04:43.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Singapore (SIN) | 359 | 00:30 | 04:55 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Singapore (SIN) | 359 | 00:47 | 05:14 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Singapore (SIN) | 359 | 00:39 | 05:05 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Singapore (SIN) | 359 | 00:53 | 05:07 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Singapore (SIN) | 359 | 00:31 | 04:43 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Melbourne (MEL) | Singapore (SIN) | 359 | 00:39 | 04:55 | In Flight |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Melbourne (MEL) | Singapore (SIN) | 359 | 00:35 | 05:30 | Scheduled |
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VA5518 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA5518 is 90% (Late on average 11 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 25 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Early
17
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
25 minutes
Early
97
%
On time
3
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va5518?
Flight va5518 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 00:39, estimated arrival 04:55 (updated Oct 24, 2026).Is flight va5518 on time today?
Flight va5518 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 00:39 and is estimated to arrive at 04:55.Has flight va5518 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va5518 is scheduled to depart at 00:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 00:39, and the current status is In Flight (updated Oct 24, 2026).When is flight va5518 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va5518 is scheduled to arrive at 05:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 04:55. Status is In Flight as of Oct 24, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va5518?
For flight va5518, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 20. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va5518 fly?
Flight va5518 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Singapore (SIN). Typical flight time is about 7 hours 55 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight va5518?
Track flight va5518 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 va5518 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va5518 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (In Flight, updated Oct 24, 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 va5518 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va5518 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 00:39 (status: In Flight).What is the seat configuration for flight va5518?
Flight va5518 usually flies a Airbus A350-900 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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