Virgin Australia VA218 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA218 from Adelaide to Melbourne (ADL–MEL): Flight VA218 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 13:39 (local time). Arrival was about 1m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 15m late
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
13
Arrival Gate
10
Baggage
3
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m early
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
9
Baggage
3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
12
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
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VA218 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA218 flight flying from Adelaide to Melbourne on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Age
14y, 8m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 41% 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 47% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA218
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA218 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from ADL at approximately 12:16. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 13:55.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Oct 16 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:01 | 13:33 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:11 | 13:47 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 11:59 | 13:29 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 11:57 | 13:31 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 12:16 | 13:55 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:00 | 13:39 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Adelaide (ADL) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 11:50 | 13:40 | Scheduled |
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VA218 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA218 is 70% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Late on average 6 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
27
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
6 minutes
Early
40
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va218?
Flight va218 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 13:39 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va218 on time today?
Flight va218 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 13:39; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va218 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va218 is scheduled to depart at 11:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:00, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va218 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va218 is scheduled to arrive at 13:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:39. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va218?
For flight va218, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 16. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va218?
After arrival, baggage for flight va218 is expected at carousel 3 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va218 fly?
Flight va218 is operated by Virgin Australia from Adelaide (ADL) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 20 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va218?
Track flight va218 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 va218 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va218 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 22, 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 va218 departed from Adelaide?
Flight va218 has already left Adelaide and completed its journey. Departure was 12:00; actual arrival 13:39.What is the seat configuration for flight va218?
Flight va218 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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