Virgin Australia VA1290 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA1290 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 23, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 09:10 (local time in Cairns, UTC+10) and land at 13:22 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 18m late
3h 30m
Check-in Counter
30-36
Boarding Gate
18
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 30m
Check-in Counter
30-36
Boarding Gate
21
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 30m
Check-in Counter
30-36
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
--
Baggage
--
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VA1291
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Melbourne (MEL)
Cairns (CNS)
Cairns (CNS)
Scheduled: 08:30
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VA1290 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA1290 flight flying from Cairns to Melbourne on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
78
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
1 minute
Age
15y, 2m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 100% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
97 cm
More legroom than on 100% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA1290
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA1290 flight departed on Thu, Oct 22 from CNS at approximately 09:49. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 13:58.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 10:10 | 14:21 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 09:52 | 13:57 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 10:03 | 14:16 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 09:18 | 13:35 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 09:49 | 13:58 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 09:10 | 13:22 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Cairns (CNS) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 09:10 | 13:40 | Scheduled |
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VA1290 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA1290 is 78% (Late on average 23 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
78
%
Late on average
23 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
78
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
6
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
1 minute
Early
67
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va1290?
Flight va1290 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 09:10, arrival 13:40 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight va1290 on time today?
Flight va1290 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 09:10, with arrival at 13:40. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va1290 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va1290 is scheduled to depart at 09:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:10, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight va1290 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va1290 is scheduled to arrive at 13:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:22. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va1290?
For flight va1290, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 21. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va1290?
After arrival, baggage for flight va1290 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 va1290 fly?
Flight va1290 is operated by Virgin Australia from Cairns (CNS) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 30 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va1290?
Track flight va1290 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 va1290 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va1290 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 va1290 departed from Cairns?
Flight va1290 has not departed from Cairns (CNS) yet and is currently on schedule for 09:10.What is the seat configuration for flight va1290?
Flight va1290 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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