Virgin Australia VA878 Flight Status
According to Trip.com latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA878 from Sydney to Melbourne (SYD-MEL): Flight VA878 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) 19:52 (local time), about 13m early.
Wed, Oct 21
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight arrived 15m late.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A38
Arrival Gate
13
Baggage
1
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Arrived
The flight arrived 13m early.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A36
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A42
Arrival Gate
14
Baggage
1
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VA878
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VA859
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Melbourne (MEL)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 17:25
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2m early
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VA878 Aircraft Specifications
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA878 flight from Sydney to Melbourne on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 23y, 2m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
On-Time Departure
37
%
On-Time Arrival
63
%
Avg. Delay
27 minutes
Aircraft Age
23y, 2m
Total Seats
176
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Cabin Amenities
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 49% of flights
43 cm
Seat width better than on 4% of flights
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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VA878 Flight History
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA878 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from SYD at approximately 19:12. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 20:20.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 19:21 | 20:32 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 18:58 | 20:06 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 19:32 | 20:40 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 18:54 | 20:08 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 19:12 | 20:20 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 18:47 | 19:52 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 18:30 | 20:05 | Scheduled |
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VA878 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA878 is 37% (Late on average 46 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 63% (Late on average 27 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
37
%
Late on average
46 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
37
%
30 mins late
40
%
60 mins late
17
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
27 minutes
Early
7
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
30
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va878?
Flight va878 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 19:52 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va878 on time today?
Flight va878 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 19:52; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va878 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va878 is scheduled to depart at 18:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:47, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va878 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va878 is scheduled to arrive at 20:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:52. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va878?
For flight va878, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A36. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va878?
After arrival, baggage for flight va878 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va878 fly?
Flight va878 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va878?
Track flight va878 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 va878 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va878 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 22, 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 va878 departed from Sydney?
Flight va878 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 18:47; actual arrival 19:52.What is the seat configuration for flight va878?
Flight va878 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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