Virgin Australia
VA008 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA008 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 2, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Doha (DOH) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 01:35 (local time in Doha, UTC+3) and land at 21:32 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+10)
Thu, Oct 1
Fri, Oct 2
Sat, Oct 3
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 11m late
13h 30m
Check-in Counter
6
Boarding Gate
C5
Arrival Gate
10
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
13h 30m
Check-in Counter
6
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
10
Baggage
7
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
13h 30m
Check-in Counter
6
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
--
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VA008 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA008 flight flying from Doha to Melbourne on 10/2/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 777-300ER. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 358 seats.
Boeing 777-300ER
Punctuality (Departure)
47
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
3 minutes
Age
18y, 2m
Seats
358
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
--
Legroom
--
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-4-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Unknown
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
198 cm
More legroom than on 17% of flights
55 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA008
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA008 flight departed on Thu, Oct 1 from DOH at approximately 02:46. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 22:16.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Sep 27 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:47 | 22:33 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:29 | 22:06 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 29 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 03:36 | 23:19 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:03 | 21:40 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 1 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 02:46 | 22:16 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:35 | 21:32 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 3 | Doha (DOH) | Melbourne (MEL) | B77W | 01:35 | 22:05 | Scheduled |
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VA008 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA008 is 47% (Late on average 38 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
47
%
Late on average
38 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
40
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
3 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight va008?
Flight va008 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 01:35, arrival 22:05 (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
Is flight va008 on time today?
Flight va008 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 01:35, with arrival at 22:05. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight va008 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va008 is scheduled to depart at 01:35. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 01:35, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 2, 2026). -
When is flight va008 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va008 is scheduled to arrive at 22:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 21:32. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 2, 2026. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight va008?
After arrival, baggage for flight va008 is expected at carousel 7 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival. -
What route does flight va008 fly?
Flight va008 is operated by Virgin Australia from Doha (DOH) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 13 hours 30 minutes; operating days may include Friday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight va008?
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If flight va008 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va008 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 2, 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 va008 departed from Doha?
Flight va008 has not departed from Doha (DOH) yet and is currently on schedule for 01:35. -
What is the seat configuration for flight va008?
Flight va008 usually flies a Boeing 777-300ER with seat layout 3-4-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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