Virgin Australia VA1042 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA1042 from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne (MCY–MEL): Flight VA1042 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 19:34 (local time). Arrival was about 29m late.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 7m late
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
8
Baggage
2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 29m late
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
9
Baggage
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VA1041
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Melbourne (MEL)
Sunshine Coast (MCY)
Sunshine Coast (MCY)
Scheduled: 14:50
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21m late
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VA1042 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA1042 flight flying from Sunshine Coast to Melbourne on 11/12/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 19y, 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
47
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
19y, 4m
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 33% 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 25% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA1042
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA1042 flight departed on Sun, Nov 8 from MCY at approximately 16:00. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 19:12.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Nov 3 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 15:51 | 19:15 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 4 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:10 | 19:18 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:40 | 19:00 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 15:49 | 19:01 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:00 | 19:12 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:11 | 19:34 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 15:30 | 19:05 | Scheduled |
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VA1042 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA1042 is 47% (Late on average 31 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
47
%
Late on average
31 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
50
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
30
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va1042?
Flight va1042 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 19:34 (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight va1042 on time today?
Flight va1042 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 19:34; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va1042 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va1042 is scheduled to depart at 15:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 16:11, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight va1042 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va1042 is scheduled to arrive at 19:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:34. Status is Arrived as of Nov 12, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va1042?
After arrival, baggage for flight va1042 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va1042 fly?
Flight va1042 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va1042?
Track flight va1042 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 va1042 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va1042 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, 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 va1042 departed from Sunshine Coast?
Flight va1042 has already left Sunshine Coast and completed its journey. Departure was 16:11; actual arrival 19:34.What is the seat configuration for flight va1042?
Flight va1042 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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