Virgin Australia
VA740 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA740 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Sep 8, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Gold Coast (OOL) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 14:05 and land at 16:11
Mon, Sep 7
Tue, Sep 8
Wed, Sep 9
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 11m early
2h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
15
Arrival Gate
16
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
6
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
4
Baggage
--
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VA739
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VA740 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA740 flight flying from Gold Coast to Melbourne on 9/8/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 10y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
77
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Age
10y, 2m
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 48% 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 VA740
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA740 flight departed on Mon, Sep 7 from OOL at approximately 14:04. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 16:19.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Sep 3 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:22 | 16:33 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 4 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:26 | 16:33 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 5 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:52 | 16:53 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 6 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:16 | 16:21 | Arrived |
| Mon, Sep 7 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 14:04 | 16:19 | Arrived |
| Tue, Sep 8 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:05 | 16:11 | Scheduled |
| Wed, Sep 9 | Gold Coast (OOL) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 14:05 | 16:30 | 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 77% (Late on average 35 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
77
%
Late on average
35 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Early
57
%
On time
33
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
0
%
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What is the current status of flight va740?
Flight va740 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 14:05, arrival 16:30 (updated Sep 8, 2026). -
Is flight va740 on time today?
Flight va740 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 14:05, with arrival at 16:30. 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 14:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 14:05, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 8, 2026). -
When is flight va740 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va740 is scheduled to arrive at 16:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:11. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 8, 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 25 minutes; operating days may include Tuesday. -
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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 Sep 8, 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 14:05. -
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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