Virgin Australia
VA197 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA197 from Melbourne to Nadi (MEL–NAN): Flight VA197 has safely landed at Nadi International Airport (NAN) at 20:18 (local time). Arrival was about 1h 23m late.
Fri, Oct 2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1h 23m late
4h 50m
Check-in Counter
L300-309
Boarding Gate
11B
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
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VA197 Aircraft Details
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Punctuality (Departure)
40
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
85
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Age
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Seats
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Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
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Seat Information
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Legroom
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Seat width
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Reclining Angle
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Flight History for VA197
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Sep 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Nadi (NAN) | 738 | 12:23 | 18:49 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Nadi (NAN) | 738 | 12:41 | 19:10 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 25 | Melbourne (MEL) | Nadi (NAN) | 738 | 12:25 | 18:57 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 27 | Melbourne (MEL) | Nadi (NAN) | 738 | 12:42 | 19:02 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 28 | Melbourne (MEL) | Nadi (NAN) | B38M | 12:40 | 19:10 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 30 | Melbourne (MEL) | Nadi (NAN) | B38M | 12:31 | 19:18 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 2 | Melbourne (MEL) | Nadi (NAN) | 738 | 13:43 | 20:18 | Arrived |
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VA197 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA197 is 40% (Late on average 37 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 85% (Late on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
40
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
45
%
60 mins late
5
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
85
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Early
40
%
On time
45
%
30 mins late
5
%
60 mins late
5
%
90 mins late
5
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight va197?
Flight va197 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 20:18 (updated Oct 11, 2026). -
Is flight va197 on time today?
Flight va197 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 20:18; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel. -
Has flight va197 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va197 is scheduled to depart at 12:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:43, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 11, 2026). -
When is flight va197 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va197 is scheduled to arrive at 18:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 20:18. Status is Arrived as of Oct 11, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight va197?
For flight va197, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is 11B. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight va197 fly?
Flight va197 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Nadi (NAN). Typical flight time is about 4 hours 50 minutes; operating days may include Sunday. -
How can I check real-time status for flight va197?
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If flight va197 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va197 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 11, 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 va197 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va197 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 13:43; actual arrival 20:18.
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