Virgin Australia VA697 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA697 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 11, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER). The flight is expected to depart at 17:58 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 18:46 (local time in Perth, UTC+8)
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Wed, Nov 11
Thu, Nov 12
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m late
4h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
48B
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
12
Arrival Gate
48B
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
4h 15m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
4
Arrival Gate
47B
Baggage
--
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Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 16:05
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VA697 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA697 flight flying from Melbourne to Perth on 11/11/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
57
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
77
%
Late on average
5 minutes
Age
16y, 2m
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 57% 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 63% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA697
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA697 flight departed on Tue, Nov 10 from MEL at approximately 18:43. This flight is expected to arrrive in PER at 19:22.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Nov 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 18:16 | 19:17 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 18:11 | 19:15 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 18:47 | 20:09 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 18:07 | 18:52 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | B38M | 18:43 | 19:22 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 17:58 | 18:46 | Scheduled |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Perth (PER) | 738 | 17:55 | 19:10 | Scheduled |
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VA697 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA697 is 57% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 77% (Late on average 5 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
57
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
57
%
30 mins late
27
%
60 mins late
13
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
5 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va697?
Flight va697 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 17:55, arrival 19:10 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight va697 on time today?
Flight va697 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 17:55, with arrival at 19:10. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va697 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va697 is scheduled to depart at 17:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 17:58, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight va697 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va697 is scheduled to arrive at 19:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:46. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va697?
For flight va697, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 12. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight va697 fly?
Flight va697 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Perth (PER). Typical flight time is about 4 hours 15 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight va697?
Track flight va697 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 va697 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va697 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 11, 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 va697 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va697 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 17:55.What is the seat configuration for flight va697?
Flight va697 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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