Virgin Australia
VA1281 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA1281 from Sydney to Hamilton Island (SYD-HTI): Flight VA1281 has safely landed at Hamilton Island Airport (HTI) 14:16 (local time), about 6m late.
Thu, Sep 10
Fri, Sep 11
Sun, Sep 13
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 17m early
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
39
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m late
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
31
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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Melbourne (MEL)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 09:55
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VA1281 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA1281 flight from Sydney to Hamilton Island on 9/11/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 11y, 11m. The aircraft has Up to 182 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
77
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
1 minute
Age
11y, 11m
Seats
Up to 182
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 33% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 50% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width
108°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA1281
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA1281 flight departed on Thu, Sep 10 from SYD at approximately 11:44. This flight is expected to arrrive in HTI at 13:53.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 6 | Sydney (SYD) | Hamilton Island (HTI) | 738 | 11:47 | 14:04 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 7 | Sydney (SYD) | Hamilton Island (HTI) | 738 | 11:51 | 14:01 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 8 | Sydney (SYD) | Hamilton Island (HTI) | 738 | 11:39 | 13:52 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 9 | Sydney (SYD) | Hamilton Island (HTI) | 738 | 11:53 | 14:13 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 10 | Sydney (SYD) | Hamilton Island (HTI) | 738 | 11:44 | 13:53 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 11 | Sydney (SYD) | Hamilton Island (HTI) | 738 | 12:09 | 14:16 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 13 | Sydney (SYD) | Hamilton Island (HTI) | 738 | 11:35 | 14:10 | Scheduled |
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VA1281 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA1281 is 77% (Late on average 22 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
22 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
77
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
1 minute
Early
53
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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What is the current status of flight va1281?
Flight va1281 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 14:16 (updated Sep 11, 2026). -
Is flight va1281 on time today?
Flight va1281 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 14:16; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight va1281 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va1281 is scheduled to depart at 11:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:09, and the current status is Arrived (updated Sep 11, 2026). -
When is flight va1281 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va1281 is scheduled to arrive at 14:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:16. Status is Arrived as of Sep 11, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight va1281?
For flight va1281, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 31. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight va1281 fly?
Flight va1281 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Hamilton Island (HTI). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 35 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
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If flight va1281 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va1281 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Sep 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 va1281 departed from Sydney?
Flight va1281 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 12:09; actual arrival 14:16. -
What is the seat configuration for flight va1281?
Flight va1281 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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