Virgin Australia VA866 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA866 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 23, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 17:00 and arrive at 18:35 .
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 22m late
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A44
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A45
Arrival Gate
1
Baggage
1
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Scheduled: 16:25
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VA866 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA866 flight from Sydney to Melbourne on 10/23/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 11m. The aircraft has 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
80
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Age
10y, 11m
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 48% 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 63% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA866
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA866 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from SYD at approximately 17:48. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 18:57.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 17:13 | 18:29 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 17:22 | 18:36 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 17:20 | 18:37 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 17:05 | 18:14 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 17:11 | 18:23 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 17:48 | 18:57 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 17:00 | 18:35 | Scheduled |
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VA866 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA866 is 73% (Late on average 37 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 19 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
19 minutes
Early
40
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va866?
Flight va866 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 17:00, arrival 18:35 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight va866 on time today?
Flight va866 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 17:00, with arrival at 18:35. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va866 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va866 is scheduled to depart at 17:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 17:00, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight va866 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va866 is scheduled to arrive at 18:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:35. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va866?
For flight va866, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A45. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va866?
After arrival, baggage for flight va866 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va866 fly?
Flight va866 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va866?
Track flight va866 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 va866 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va866 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, 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 va866 departed from Sydney?
Flight va866 has not departed from Sydney (SYD) yet and is currently on schedule for 17:00.What is the seat configuration for flight va866?
Flight va866 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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