Virgin Australia VA686 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA686 from Perth to Melbourne (PER–MEL): Flight VA686 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 15:45 (local time). Arrival was about 10m early.
Wed, Oct 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived on time
3h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
43
Arrival Gate
12
Baggage
4
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m early
3h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
44
Arrival Gate
1
Baggage
4
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
43
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
1
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VA677
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Melbourne (MEL)
Perth (PER)
Perth (PER)
Scheduled: 08:40
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15m early
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VA686 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA686 flight flying from Perth to Melbourne on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 177 seats.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Punctuality (Departure)
88
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
92
%
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
4m
Seats
177
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 13% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width better than on 29% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA686
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA686 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from PER at approximately 09:37. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 15:55.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 09:45 | 15:55 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 09:35 | 15:42 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 09:32 | 15:48 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 09:37 | 15:55 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 09:36 | 15:45 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 09:20 | 15:55 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 09:20 | 15:55 | Scheduled |
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VA686 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA686 is 88% (Late on average 21 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 92% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
88
%
Late on average
21 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
88
%
30 mins late
4
%
60 mins late
8
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
92
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
65
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
4
%
60 mins late
4
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va686?
Flight va686 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 15:45 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va686 on time today?
Flight va686 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 15:45; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va686 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va686 is scheduled to depart at 09:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:36, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va686 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va686 is scheduled to arrive at 15:55. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 15:45. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va686?
For flight va686, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 44. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va686?
After arrival, baggage for flight va686 is expected at carousel 4 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va686 fly?
Flight va686 is operated by Virgin Australia from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va686?
Track flight va686 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 va686 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va686 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 va686 departed from Perth?
Flight va686 has already left Perth and completed its journey. Departure was 09:36; actual arrival 15:45.What is the seat configuration for flight va686?
Flight va686 usually flies a Boeing 737 MAX 8 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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