Virgin Australia VA496 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA496 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Sep 20, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Sydney (SYD). The flight is expected to depart at 17:00 and land at 18:22
Fri, Sep 18
Sun, Sep 20
Mon, Sep 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived on time
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
42
Baggage
D3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
A35
Baggage
D3
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 40m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
A39
Baggage
D3
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VA495
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Sydney (SYD) 
Sunshine Coast (MCY)
Sunshine Coast (MCY)Scheduled: 16:20
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VA496 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA496 flight flying from Sunshine Coast to Sydney on 9/20/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 9y. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
87%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87%
Late on average
2 minutes
Age
9y
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 55% 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 60% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA496
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA496 flight departed on Fri, Sep 18 from MCY at approximately 17:08. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 18:40.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Sep 14 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:57 | 19:21 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 15 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:09 | 18:33 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 16 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:18 | 18:39 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 17 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:13 | 18:34 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 18 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:08 | 18:40 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:00 | 18:22 | Scheduled |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Sunshine Coast (MCY) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:00 | 18:40 | Scheduled |
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VA496 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA496 is 87% (Late on average 18 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 2 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87%
Late on average 18 minutes
Early
3%
On time
83%
30 mins late
10%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
3%
Cancelled
0%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87%
Late on average 2 minutes
Early
60%
On time
27%
30 mins late
10%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
3%
Cancelled
0%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va496?
Flight va496 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 17:00, arrival 18:40 (updated Sep 20, 2026).Is flight va496 on time today?
Flight va496 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 17:00, with arrival at 18:40. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va496 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va496 is scheduled to depart at 17:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 17:00, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 20, 2026).When is flight va496 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va496 is scheduled to arrive at 18:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:22. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 20, 2026.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va496?
After arrival, baggage for flight va496 is expected at carousel D3 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va496 fly?
Flight va496 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sunshine Coast (MCY) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 40 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight va496?
Track flight va496 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 va496 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va496 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, 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 va496 departed from Sunshine Coast?
Flight va496 has not departed from Sunshine Coast (MCY) yet and is currently on schedule for 17:00.What is the seat configuration for flight va496?
Flight va496 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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