Virgin Australia VA252 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA252 from Canberra to Melbourne (CBR-MEL): Flight VA252 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) 07:42 (local time), about 8m early.
Thu, Oct 29
Fri, Oct 30
Sat, Oct 31
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 36m late
1h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
1
Baggage
1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 8m early
1h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
8
Arrival Gate
7
Baggage
3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
3
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VA1228
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Brisbane (BNE)
Canberra (CBR)
Canberra (CBR)
Scheduled: 23:15
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12m early
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VA252 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA252 flight from Canberra to Melbourne on 10/30/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 5m. The aircraft has Up to 182 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
95
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
95
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Age
10y, 5m
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 40% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
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 64% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width better than on 20% of flights
108°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA252
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA252 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from CBR at approximately 07:22. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 08:26.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 24 | Canberra (CBR) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:32 | 07:25 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Canberra (CBR) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:46 | 07:43 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Canberra (CBR) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 06:42 | 07:43 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Canberra (CBR) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:41 | 07:38 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Canberra (CBR) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 07:22 | 08:26 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Canberra (CBR) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:42 | 07:42 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 31 | Canberra (CBR) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 06:35 | 07:50 | Scheduled |
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VA252 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA252 is 95% (Late on average 8 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 95% (Early on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
95
%
Late on average
8 minutes
Early
5
%
On time
91
%
30 mins late
5
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
95
%
Early on average
11 minutes
Early
91
%
On time
5
%
30 mins late
5
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va252?
Flight va252 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 07:42 (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight va252 on time today?
Flight va252 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 07:42; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va252 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va252 is scheduled to depart at 06:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:42, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight va252 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va252 is scheduled to arrive at 07:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:42. Status is Arrived as of Oct 30, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va252?
After arrival, baggage for flight va252 is expected at carousel 3 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va252 fly?
Flight va252 is operated by Virgin Australia from Canberra (CBR) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 15 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va252?
Track flight va252 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 va252 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va252 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 30, 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 va252 departed from Canberra?
Flight va252 has already left Canberra and completed its journey. Departure was 06:42; actual arrival 07:42.What is the seat configuration for flight va252?
Flight va252 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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