Virgin Australia VA738 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA738 from Gold Coast to Melbourne (OOL–MEL): Flight VA738 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 16:19 (local time). Arrival was about 1m early.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 11m early
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
20
Arrival Gate
7
Baggage
2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m early
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
20
Arrival Gate
12
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
20
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
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VA739
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Melbourne (MEL)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Gold Coast (OOL)
Scheduled: 12:15
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4m early
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VA738 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA738 flight flying from Gold Coast to Melbourne on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
53
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Age
16y, 1m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 41% 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 33% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA738
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA738 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from OOL at approximately 13:14. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 16:09.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 13:20 | 16:16 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 14:18 | 17:19 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 13:18 | 16:14 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 13:14 | 16:09 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 13:11 | 16:19 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 12:55 | 16:20 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:55 | 16:20 | Scheduled |
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VA738 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA738 is 53% (Late on average 35 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 9 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
53
%
Late on average
35 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
9 minutes
Early
40
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
2
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va738?
Flight va738 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 16:19 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va738 on time today?
Flight va738 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 16:19; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va738 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va738 is scheduled to depart at 12:55. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:11, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va738 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va738 is scheduled to arrive at 16:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:19. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va738?
For flight va738, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 20. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va738?
After arrival, baggage for flight va738 is expected at carousel 2 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va738 fly?
Flight va738 is operated by Virgin Australia from Gold Coast (OOL) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va738?
Track flight va738 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 va738 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va738 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 va738 departed from Gold Coast?
Flight va738 has already left Gold Coast and completed its journey. Departure was 13:11; actual arrival 16:19.What is the seat configuration for flight va738?
Flight va738 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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