Virgin Australia VA741 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA741 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 12, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL). The flight is expected to depart at 12:10 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and arrive at 12:50 (local time in Gold Coast, UTC+10) .
Mon, Nov 9
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 18m early
2h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
7
Arrival Gate
14
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
9
Arrival Gate
20
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 10m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
18
Baggage
--
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Brisbane (BNE)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 11:15
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VA741 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA741 flight from Melbourne to Gold Coast on 11/12/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 21y, 8m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
40
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
16 minutes
Age
21y, 8m
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 50% 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
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Flight History for VA741
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA741 flight departed on Mon, Nov 9 from MEL at approximately 12:24. This flight is expected to arrrive in OOL at 13:02.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Nov 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 12:36 | 13:16 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 12:40 | 13:26 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 737 | 12:52 | 13:34 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 12:33 | 13:15 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 12:24 | 13:02 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 12:10 | 12:50 | Scheduled |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 12:10 | 13:20 | Scheduled |
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VA741 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA741 is 40% (Late on average 40 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 16 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
40
%
Late on average
40 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
53
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
16 minutes
Early
27
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va741?
Flight va741 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 12:10, arrival 13:20 (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight va741 on time today?
Flight va741 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 12:10, with arrival at 13:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va741 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va741 is scheduled to depart at 12:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:10, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight va741 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va741 is scheduled to arrive at 13:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 12:50. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 12, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va741?
For flight va741, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 9. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va741?
After arrival, baggage for flight va741 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va741 fly?
Flight va741 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va741?
Track flight va741 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 va741 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va741 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 12, 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 va741 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va741 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 12:10.What is the seat configuration for flight va741?
Flight va741 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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