Virgin Australia VA698 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA698 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 7, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 15:45 (local time in Perth, UTC+8) and land at 21:51 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11)
Fri, Nov 6
Sat, Nov 7
Sun, Nov 8
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 9m early
3h 35m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
45
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
2
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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
10
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
3h 35m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
43
Arrival Gate
15
Baggage
--
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Perth (PER)
Scheduled: 14:30
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VA698 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA698 flight flying from Perth to Melbourne on 11/7/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
67
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Late on average
2 minutes
Age
15y, 8m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 54% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
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
97 cm
More legroom than on 47% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA698
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA698 flight departed on Fri, Nov 6 from PER at approximately 16:12. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 22:11.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Nov 2 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:07 | 22:09 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 3 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:06 | 22:05 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 4 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 16:08 | 22:27 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 16:23 | 22:38 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 16:12 | 22:11 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:45 | 21:51 | Scheduled |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Perth (PER) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 15:45 | 22:20 | Scheduled |
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VA698 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA698 is 67% (Late on average 29 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Late on average 2 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
29 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
30
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
3
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
2 minutes
Early
47
%
On time
50
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
3
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va698?
Flight va698 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 15:45, arrival 22:20 (updated Nov 7, 2026).Is flight va698 on time today?
Flight va698 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 15:45, with arrival at 22:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va698 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va698 is scheduled to depart at 15:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:45, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 7, 2026).When is flight va698 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va698 is scheduled to arrive at 22:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 21:51. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 7, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va698?
For flight va698, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 43. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va698?
After arrival, baggage for flight va698 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va698 fly?
Flight va698 is operated by Virgin Australia from Perth (PER) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 3 hours 35 minutes; operating days may include Saturday.How can I check real-time status for flight va698?
Track flight va698 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 va698 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va698 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 7, 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 va698 departed from Perth?
Flight va698 has not departed from Perth (PER) yet and is currently on schedule for 15:45.What is the seat configuration for flight va698?
Flight va698 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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