Virgin Australia VA743 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA743 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 13, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL). The flight is expected to depart at 13:12 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+11) and land at 13:53 (local time in Gold Coast, UTC+10)
Thu, Nov 12
Fri, Nov 13
Sat, Nov 14
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 6m early
2h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
18
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 10m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
18
Baggage
--
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VA743 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA743 flight flying from Melbourne to Gold Coast on 11/13/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 177 seats.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Punctuality (Departure)
43
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
73
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
2m
Seats
177
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 35% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
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
94 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width better than on 67% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA743
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA743 flight departed on Thu, Nov 12 from MEL at approximately 13:27. This flight is expected to arrrive in OOL at 14:14.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | B38M | 13:45 | 14:29 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 13:36 | 14:13 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 13:47 | 14:28 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 14:12 | 14:52 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 13:27 | 14:14 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 13:12 | 13:53 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Nov 14 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | B38M | 13:10 | 14:20 | Scheduled |
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VA743 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA743 is 43% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 73% (Late on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
43
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
47
%
60 mins late
10
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
5
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
40
%
On time
33
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
5
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va743?
Flight va743 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 13:10, arrival 14:20 (updated Nov 13, 2026).Is flight va743 on time today?
Flight va743 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 13:10, with arrival at 14:20. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va743 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va743 is scheduled to depart at 13:10. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 13:12, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Nov 13, 2026).When is flight va743 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va743 is scheduled to arrive at 14:20. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:53. Status is Scheduled as of Nov 13, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va743?
For flight va743, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 2. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va743?
After arrival, baggage for flight va743 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal T1. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va743 fly?
Flight va743 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 10 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va743?
Track flight va743 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 va743 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va743 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Nov 13, 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 va743 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va743 has not departed from Melbourne (MEL) yet and is currently on schedule for 13:10.What is the seat configuration for flight va743?
Flight va743 usually flies a Boeing 737 MAX 8 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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