Virgin Australia VA743 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA743 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 23, 2026, flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL), departed at 13:36 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and is expected to arrive at 14:22 (local time in Gold Coast, UTC+10) at Gold Coast Airport (OOL).
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 35m late
2h 5m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
10
Arrival Gate
21
Baggage
2
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En route
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Gold Coast at 14:22.
2h 5m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
17
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 5m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
20
Baggage
--
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VA1030
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Sunshine Coast (MCY)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 11:40
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17m late
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VA743 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA743 flight from Melbourne to Gold Coast on 10/23/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 11y. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
53
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
80
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
11y
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 38% 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 38% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA743
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA743 flight departed on Mon, Oct 19 from MEL at approximately 14:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in OOL at 14:50.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 13:43 | 14:28 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | B38M | 13:47 | 14:30 | Arrived |
| Sat, Oct 17 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | B38M | 14:00 | 14:45 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 13:23 | 14:05 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 14:03 | 14:50 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 13:36 | 14:22 | En route |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 13:10 | 14:15 | Scheduled |
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VA743 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA743 is 53% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
53
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
37
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
40
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va743?
Flight va743 has departed (status: En route). Departure 13:36, estimated arrival 14:22 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight va743 on time today?
Flight va743 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 13:36 and is estimated to arrive at 14:22.Has flight va743 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va743 is scheduled to depart at 13:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:36, and the current status is En route (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight va743 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va743 is scheduled to arrive at 14:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:22. Status is En route as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va743?
For flight va743, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 3. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va743?
After arrival, baggage for flight va743 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va743 fly?
Flight va743 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 5 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va743?
Track flight va743 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 va743 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va743 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, 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 va743 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va743 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 13:36 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight va743?
Flight va743 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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