Virgin Australia VA871 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA871 from Melbourne to Sydney (MEL-SYD): Flight VA871 has taken off from Melbourne Airport at 17:53, and is currently en-route to Kingsford Smith Airport. Estimated time of arrival is 18:58.
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Arrived
The flight arrived 5m early.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
10
Arrival Gate
40
Baggage
D1
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In Flight
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Sydney at 18:58.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
9
Arrival Gate
45
Baggage
D1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
A36
Baggage
D1
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VA871
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Scheduled: 16:40
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VA871 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA871 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 9y, 7m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
On-Time Departure
63
%
On-Time Arrival
77
%
Avg. Delay
18 minutes
Aircraft Age
9y, 7m
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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VA871 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA871 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from MEL at approximately 17:51. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 18:50.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Nov 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:49 | 18:54 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:35 | 18:38 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 17:43 | 18:46 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:41 | 18:42 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:51 | 18:50 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:53 | 18:58 | In Flight |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:30 | 18:55 | Scheduled |
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VA871 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA871 is 63% (Late on average 37 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 77% (Late on average 18 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
4
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
18 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
30
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
13
%
Cancelled
4
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va871?
Flight va871 has departed (status: In Flight). Departure 17:53, estimated arrival 18:58 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight va871 on time today?
Flight va871 has already departed (status: In Flight). It took off at 17:53 and is estimated to arrive at 18:58.Has flight va871 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va871 is scheduled to depart at 17:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 17:53, and the current status is In Flight (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight va871 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va871 is scheduled to arrive at 18:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:58. Status is In Flight as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va871?
For flight va871, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 9. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va871?
After arrival, baggage for flight va871 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 va871 fly?
Flight va871 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 va871?
Track flight va871 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 va871 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va871 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 va871 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va871 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 17:53 (status: In Flight).What is the seat configuration for flight va871?
Flight va871 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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