Virgin Australia VA542 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA542 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 12, 2026, flying from Gold Coast (OOL) to Sydney (SYD), departed at 18:57 and is expected to arrive at 21:10 (local time in Sydney, UTC+11) and land at Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)
Wed, Nov 11
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Fri, Nov 13
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 3m late
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
16
Arrival Gate
41
Baggage
D2
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En route
Your flight has departed Gold Coast and is expected to arrive in Sydney at 21:10.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
19
Arrival Gate
38
Baggage
D2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
A44
Baggage
D2
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Sydney (SYD)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Scheduled: 16:10
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13m early
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VA542 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA542 flight flying from Gold Coast to Sydney on 11/12/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with Up to 182 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
77
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
14y, 8m
Seats
Up to 182
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 40% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
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 40% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width better than on 10% of flights
108°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA542
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA542 flight departed on Wed, Nov 11 from OOL at approximately 18:43. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 20:53.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Fri, Nov 6 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:21 | 20:21 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:35 | 20:41 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:26 | 20:40 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:32 | 20:46 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:43 | 20:53 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:57 | 21:10 | En route |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:34 | 20:50 | Scheduled |
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VA542 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA542 is 77% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
77
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
4
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
57
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
4
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va542?
Flight va542 has departed (status: En route). Departure 18:57, estimated arrival 21:10 (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight va542 on time today?
Flight va542 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 18:57 and is estimated to arrive at 21:10.Has flight va542 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va542 is scheduled to depart at 18:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:57, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight va542 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va542 is scheduled to arrive at 20:50. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 21:10. Status is En route as of Nov 12, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va542?
For flight va542, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 19. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va542?
After arrival, baggage for flight va542 is expected at carousel D2 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va542 fly?
Flight va542 is operated by Virgin Australia from Gold Coast (OOL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 30 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va542?
Track flight va542 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 va542 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va542 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Nov 12, 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 va542 departed from Gold Coast?
Flight va542 has departed from Gold Coast (OOL) at 18:57 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight va542?
Flight va542 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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