Virgin Australia VA740 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA740 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 12, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Gold Coast (OOL) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 14:00 (local time in Gold Coast, UTC+10) and land at 17:06 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11)
Mon, Nov 9
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 37m late
2h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
9
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
20
Arrival Gate
7
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 20m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
19
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
--
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Gold Coast (OOL)
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VA740 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA740 flight flying from Gold Coast to Melbourne on 11/12/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 21y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
63
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
80
%
Late on average
16 minutes
Age
21y, 8m
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 55% 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 55% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA740
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA740 flight departed on Mon, Nov 9 from OOL at approximately 14:41. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 17:57.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Nov 5 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:23 | 17:31 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:27 | 17:25 | Arrived |
| Sat, Nov 7 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 737 | 14:25 | 17:27 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:15 | 17:12 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:41 | 17:57 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:00 | 17:06 | Scheduled |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:00 | 17:20 | Scheduled |
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VA740 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA740 is 63% (Late on average 35 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 16 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
35 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
16 minutes
Early
33
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
2
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va740?
Flight va740 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 14:00, arrival 17:20 (updated Nov 12, 2026).Is flight va740 on time today?
Flight va740 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 14:00, with arrival at 17:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va740 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va740 is scheduled to depart at 14:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:00, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 12, 2026).When is flight va740 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va740 is scheduled to arrive at 17:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:06. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 12, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va740?
For flight va740, 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 va740?
After arrival, baggage for flight va740 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 va740 fly?
Flight va740 is operated by Virgin Australia from Gold Coast (OOL) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 20 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va740?
Track flight va740 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 va740 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va740 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 12, 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 va740 departed from Gold Coast?
Flight va740 has not departed from Gold Coast (OOL) yet and is currently on schedule for 14:00.What is the seat configuration for flight va740?
Flight va740 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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