Virgin Australia VA229 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA229 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 22, 2026, flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Adelaide (ADL), departed at 14:04 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and is expected to arrive at 14:33 (local time in Adelaide, UTC+10.5) at Adelaide Airport (ADL).
Thu, Oct 15
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1h 16m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
9
Arrival Gate
15
Baggage
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En route
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Adelaide at 14:33.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
1
Arrival Gate
15
Baggage
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Perth (PER)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 12:35
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2m early
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VA229 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA229 flight from Melbourne to Adelaide on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 2m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
85
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
92
%
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
15y, 2m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 42% 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 47% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA229
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA229 flight departed on Thu, Oct 15 from MEL at approximately 15:30. This flight is expected to arrrive in ADL at 16:01.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 1 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 14:08 | 14:47 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 14:09 | 14:41 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 15 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 15:30 | 16:01 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 14:04 | 14:33 | En route |
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VA229 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA229 is 85% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 92% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
85
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
85
%
30 mins late
8
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
8
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
92
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
62
%
On time
31
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
8
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va229?
Flight va229 has departed (status: En route). Departure 14:04, estimated arrival 14:33 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va229 on time today?
Flight va229 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 14:04 and is estimated to arrive at 14:33.Has flight va229 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va229 is scheduled to depart at 13:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:04, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va229 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va229 is scheduled to arrive at 14:45. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:33. Status is En route as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va229?
For flight va229, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 1. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va229 fly?
Flight va229 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Adelaide (ADL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va229?
Track flight va229 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 va229 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va229 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, 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 va229 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va229 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 14:04 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight va229?
Flight va229 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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