Virgin Australia VA551 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for Virgin Australia flight VA551 from Sydney to Perth (SYD-PER): Flight VA551 has safely landed at Perth Airport (PER) 08:53 (local time), about 37m early.
Wed, Oct 21
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Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 30m early
5h 15m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A45
Arrival Gate
46
Baggage
--
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 37m early
5h 15m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A32
Arrival Gate
47B
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
5h 15m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A33
Arrival Gate
45
Baggage
--
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VA978
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Brisbane (BNE)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 20:40
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17m late
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VA551 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA551 flight from Sydney to Perth on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 2m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
14y, 2m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 24% 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 53% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA551
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA551 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from SYD at approximately 07:29. This flight is expected to arrrive in PER at 09:00.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 07:42 | 08:59 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 07:26 | 08:54 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | -- | -- | Canceled |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 07:30 | 09:05 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 07:29 | 09:00 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 07:29 | 08:53 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 07:15 | 09:30 | Scheduled |
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VA551 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA551 is 73% (Late on average 35 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
35 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
3
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
87
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
3
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va551?
Flight va551 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 08:53 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va551 on time today?
Flight va551 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 08:53; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va551 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va551 is scheduled to depart at 07:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 07:29, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va551 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va551 is scheduled to arrive at 09:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 08:53. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va551?
For flight va551, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A32. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va551 fly?
Flight va551 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Perth (PER). Typical flight time is about 5 hours 15 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va551?
Track flight va551 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 va551 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va551 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 va551 departed from Sydney?
Flight va551 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 07:29; actual arrival 08:53.What is the seat configuration for flight va551?
Flight va551 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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Time on arrival: Sydney 11:53
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