Virgin Australia VA229 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA229 from Melbourne to Adelaide (MEL–ADL): Flight VA229 has safely landed at Adelaide Airport (ADL) at 15:13 (local time). Arrival was about 3m late.
Fri, Nov 13
Sun, Nov 15
Mon, Nov 16
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 50m late
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
9
Arrival Gate
14
Baggage
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 3m late
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
8
Arrival Gate
12
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
14
Baggage
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VA838
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Sydney (SYD)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 13:35
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31m late
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VA229 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA229 flight flying from Melbourne to Adelaide on 11/15/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 5m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
72
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
80
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Age
14y, 5m
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 37% 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 42% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA229
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA229 flight departed on Fri, Nov 13 from MEL at approximately 15:06. This flight is expected to arrrive in ADL at 16:00.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 14:35 | 15:13 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 14:42 | 15:13 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 14:36 | 15:11 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 14:48 | 15:23 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 15:06 | 16:00 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 15 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 14:41 | 15:13 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Adelaide (ADL) | 738 | 14:20 | 15:10 | Scheduled |
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VA229 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA229 is 72% (Late on average 25 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
72
%
Late on average
25 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
72
%
30 mins late
24
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
4
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Early
40
%
On time
40
%
30 mins late
16
%
60 mins late
4
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va229?
Flight va229 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 15:13 (updated Nov 15, 2026).Is flight va229 on time today?
Flight va229 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 15:13; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va229 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va229 is scheduled to depart at 14:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:41, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 15, 2026).When is flight va229 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va229 is scheduled to arrive at 15:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:13. Status is Arrived as of Nov 15, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va229?
For flight va229, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 8. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va229 fly?
Flight va229 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Adelaide (ADL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 20 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight va229?
Track flight va229 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 va229 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va229 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 15, 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 va229 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va229 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 14:41; actual arrival 15:13.What is the seat configuration for flight va229?
Flight va229 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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