Virgin Australia VA196 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA196 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Sep 20, 2026, scheduled to fly from Nadi (NAN) to Melbourne (MEL), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 20:27 , with a new arrival time of 00:03 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+10) . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
Sat, Sep 19
Sun, Sep 20
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
5h 50m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
8
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Delayed
Your flight is about 37m late
5h 50m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
5
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VA197
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Melbourne (MEL) 
Nadi (NAN)
Nadi (NAN)Scheduled: 18:55
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VA196 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA196 flight flying from Nadi to Melbourne on 9/20/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 11m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
77%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97%
Early on average
6 minutes
Age
13y, 11m
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
Legroom
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
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA196
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA196 flight departed on Sat, Sep 19 from NAN at approximately 17:02. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 20:33.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Sep 10 | Nadi (NAN) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 17:36 | 20:53 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 12 | Nadi (NAN) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 17:15 | 20:35 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 15 | Nadi (NAN) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 17:19 | 20:45 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 17 | Nadi (NAN) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 16:54 | 20:19 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 18 | Nadi (NAN) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 20:49 | 00:04 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 19 | Nadi (NAN) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 17:02 | 20:33 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Nadi (NAN) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 20:27 | 00:03 | Delayed |
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VA196 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA196 is 77% (Late on average 16 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77%
Late on average 16 minutes
Early
23%
On time
53%
30 mins late
23%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
1%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97%
Early on average 6 minutes
Early
63%
On time
33%
30 mins late
0%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
3%
Cancelled
1%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va196?
Flight va196 is delayed by about 37 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 20:27 / 00:03 (updated Sep 20, 2026).Is flight va196 on time today?
Flight va196 is delayed by about 37 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 20:27 / 00:03. Watch for gate changes.Has flight va196 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va196 is scheduled to depart at 19:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 20:27, and the current status is Delayed (updated Sep 20, 2026).When is flight va196 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va196 is scheduled to arrive at 23:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 00:03. Status is Delayed as of Sep 20, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va196?
After arrival, baggage for flight va196 is expected at carousel 5 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va196 fly?
Flight va196 is operated by Virgin Australia from Nadi (NAN) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 5 hours 50 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight va196?
Track flight va196 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 va196 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va196 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Sep 20, 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 va196 departed from Nadi?
Flight va196 has not left Nadi (NAN) yet and is delayed by about 37 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 20:27.What is the seat configuration for flight va196?
Flight va196 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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