Virgin Australia VA1589 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA1589 from Melbourne to Newcastle (MEL–NTL): Flight VA1589 has safely landed at Williamtown Airport (NTL) at 07:38 (local time). Arrival was about 17m early.
Sun, Nov 15
Mon, Nov 16
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 13m early
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
GATE
Baggage
A
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 17m early
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
GATE
Baggage
C
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VA898
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Sydney (SYD)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 23:05
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1h 7m late
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VA1589 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA1589 flight flying from Melbourne to Newcastle on 11/16/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 12y, 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
90
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Early on average
4 minutes
Age
12y, 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 29% 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 50% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA1589
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA1589 flight departed on Sun, Nov 15 from MEL at approximately 06:24. This flight is expected to arrrive in NTL at 07:42.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Newcastle (NTL) | 738 | 06:24 | 07:35 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Newcastle (NTL) | 737 | 06:26 | 07:36 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Newcastle (NTL) | 738 | 06:24 | 07:34 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Newcastle (NTL) | 738 | 06:24 | 07:36 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Melbourne (MEL) | Newcastle (NTL) | 738 | 06:28 | 07:38 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 15 | Melbourne (MEL) | Newcastle (NTL) | 737 | 06:24 | 07:42 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Newcastle (NTL) | 738 | 06:22 | 07:38 | Arrived |
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VA1589 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA1589 is 90% (Late on average 20 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Early on average 4 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
20 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
90
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Early on average
4 minutes
Early
83
%
On time
10
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
2
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va1589?
Flight va1589 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 07:38 (updated Nov 16, 2026).Is flight va1589 on time today?
Flight va1589 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 07:38; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va1589 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va1589 is scheduled to depart at 06:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:22, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 16, 2026).When is flight va1589 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va1589 is scheduled to arrive at 07:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:38. Status is Arrived as of Nov 16, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va1589?
For flight va1589, 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 route does flight va1589 fly?
Flight va1589 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Newcastle (NTL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 40 minutes; operating days may include Monday.How can I check real-time status for flight va1589?
Track flight va1589 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 va1589 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va1589 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 16, 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 va1589 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va1589 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 06:22; actual arrival 07:38.What is the seat configuration for flight va1589?
Flight va1589 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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