Virgin Australia VA689 Flight status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight VA689, operated by Virgin Australia and flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER), landed safely and on time at 14:40 (PER local time (UTC+8).
Wed, Oct 21
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 20m early
4h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
6
Arrival Gate
43
Baggage
--
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Arrived
The flight has arrived on time
4h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
43
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
44
Baggage
--
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VA318
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Brisbane (BNE)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 12:20
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19m late
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VA689 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA689 flight flying from Melbourne to Perth on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 11y. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
70
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
93
%
Late on average
1 minute
Age
11y
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 75% 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 87% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA689
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA689 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from MEL at approximately 13:33. This flight is expected to arrrive in PER at 14:20.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 13:44 | 14:29 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 13:42 | 14:32 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 13:41 | 14:38 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 13:42 | 14:20 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 13:33 | 14:20 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 13:46 | 14:40 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 13:15 | 14:40 | Scheduled |
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VA689 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA689 is 70% (Late on average 33 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 93% (Late on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
70
%
Late on average
33 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
70
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
3
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
1 minute
Early
67
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
3
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va689?
Flight va689 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 14:40 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va689 on time today?
Flight va689 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 14:40; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va689 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va689 is scheduled to depart at 13:15. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:46, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va689 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va689 is scheduled to arrive at 14:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 14:40. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va689?
For flight va689, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 4. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va689 fly?
Flight va689 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER). Typical flight time is about 4 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va689?
Track flight va689 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 va689 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va689 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 va689 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va689 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 13:46; actual arrival 14:40.What is the seat configuration for flight va689?
Flight va689 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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