Virgin Australia VA869 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA869 from Melbourne to Sydney (MEL-SYD): Flight VA869 has taken off from Melbourne Airport at 18:04, and is currently en-route to Kingsford Smith Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 19:12.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 7m late.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
36
Baggage
D1
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Sydney at 19:12.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
31
Baggage
D1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
5
Arrival Gate
A35
Baggage
--
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VA869
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Sydney (SYD)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 15:35
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VA869 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA869 flight from Melbourne to Sydney on 11/11/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 4m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
On-Time Departure
60
%
On-Time Arrival
83
%
Avg. Delay
18 minutes
Aircraft Age
16y, 4m
Total Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
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
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 61% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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VA869 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA869 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from MEL at approximately 17:48. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 18:47.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Nov 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:40 | 18:45 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:56 | 19:10 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 17:21 | 18:38 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:55 | 18:56 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:48 | 18:47 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:04 | 19:12 | In Flight |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:15 | 18:40 | Scheduled |
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VA869 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA869 is 60% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 18 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
30
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
18 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
2
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va869?
Flight va869 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 18:04, estimated arrival 19:12 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight va869 on time today?
Flight va869 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 18:04 and is estimated to arrive at 19:12.Has flight va869 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va869 is scheduled to depart at 17:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:04, and the current status is In Flight (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight va869 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va869 is scheduled to arrive at 18:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:12. Status is In Flight as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va869?
For flight va869, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 7. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va869?
After arrival, baggage for flight va869 is expected at carousel D1 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va869 fly?
Flight va869 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight va869?
Track flight va869 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 va869 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va869 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (In Flight, updated Nov 11, 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 va869 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va869 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 18:04 (status: In Flight).What is the seat configuration for flight va869?
Flight va869 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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