Virgin Australia VA163 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA163 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 23, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Queenstown (ZQN). The flight is expected to depart at 08:30 (local time in Sydney, UTC+11) and arrive at 13:05 (local time in Queenstown, UTC+13) .
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m late
3h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
26G
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
26E
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
26
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Cairns (CNS)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 22:10
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18m late
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VA163 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA163 flight from Sydney to Queenstown on 10/23/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 1y, 4m. The aircraft has 177 seats.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
77
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
1y, 4m
Seats
177
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 20% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA163
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA163 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from SYD at approximately 09:02. This flight is expected to arrrive in ZQN at 13:42.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 08:39 | 13:23 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 08:49 | 13:29 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 08:50 | 13:24 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 08:46 | 13:20 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 09:02 | 13:42 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 08:30 | 13:05 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Sydney (SYD) | Queenstown (ZQN) | B38M | 08:30 | 13:30 | Scheduled |
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VA163 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA163 is 70% (Late on average 35 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 77% (Late on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
35 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
57
%
On time
20
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va163?
Flight va163 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 08:30, arrival 13:30 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight va163 on time today?
Flight va163 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 08:30, with arrival at 13:30. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va163 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va163 is scheduled to depart at 08:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight va163 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va163 is scheduled to arrive at 13:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:05. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va163?
For flight va163, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 26E. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va163 fly?
Flight va163 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Queenstown (ZQN). Typical flight time is about 3 hours; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va163?
Track flight va163 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 va163 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va163 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 23, 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 va163 departed from Sydney?
Flight va163 has not departed from Sydney (SYD) yet and is currently on schedule for 08:30.What is the seat configuration for flight va163?
Flight va163 usually flies a Boeing 737 MAX 8 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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Time on arrival: Sydney 11:05
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