Virgin Australia VA557 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA557 from Sydney to Perth (SYD-PER): Flight VA557 has taken off from Kingsford Smith Airport at 12:54, and is currently en-route to Perth Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 14:26.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 12m late.
5h 15m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A38
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Sydney and is expected to arrive in Perth at 14:26.
5h 5m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A44
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
5h 5m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A38
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
--
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VA557
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VA916
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Brisbane (BNE)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 09:40
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4m early
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VA557 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA557 flight from Sydney to Perth on 10/25/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 1m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
On-Time Departure
30
%
On-Time Arrival
100
%
Avg. Delay
0 minutes
Aircraft Age
16y, 1m
Total Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 50% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
Cabin Amenities
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 79% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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VA557 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA557 flight departed on Sat, Oct 24 from SYD at approximately 13:10. This flight is expected to arrrive in PER at 14:57.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
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| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 737 | 13:34 | 15:02 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 13:17 | 14:49 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 14:16 | 15:50 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 12:55 | 14:28 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 13:10 | 14:57 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 25 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 12:54 | 14:26 | In Flight |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 12:25 | 14:30 | Scheduled |
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VA557 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA557 is 30% (Late on average 40 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
30
%
Late on average
40 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
60
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
50
%
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 va557?
Flight va557 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 12:54, estimated arrival 14:26 (updated Oct 25, 2026).Is flight va557 on time today?
Flight va557 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 12:54 and is estimated to arrive at 14:26.Has flight va557 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va557 is scheduled to depart at 12:25. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:54, and the current status is In Flight (updated Oct 25, 2026).When is flight va557 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va557 is scheduled to arrive at 14:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:26. Status is In Flight as of Oct 25, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va557?
For flight va557, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A44. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va557 fly?
Flight va557 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Perth (PER). Typical flight time is about 5 hours 5 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight va557?
Track flight va557 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 va557 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va557 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (In Flight, updated Oct 25, 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 va557 departed from Sydney?
Flight va557 has departed from Sydney (SYD) at 12:54 (status: In Flight).What is the seat configuration for flight va557?
Flight va557 usually flies a Boeing 737-800 with seat layout 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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