Virgin Australia VA749 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA749 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Sep 21, 2026, flying from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL), departed at 15:43 and is expected to arrive at 17:22 and land at Gold Coast Airport (OOL)
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Cancelled
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2h 5m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
20
Baggage
1
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En route
Your flight has departed Melbourne and is expected to arrive in Gold Coast at 17:22.
2h 5m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
8
Arrival Gate
17
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
2h 5m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
3
Arrival Gate
14
Baggage
--
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Newcastle (NTL) 
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)Scheduled: 13:10
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VA749 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA749 flight flying from Melbourne to Gold Coast on 9/21/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
87%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97%
Early on average
1 minute
Age
14y, 10m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 50% 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 VA749
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Wed, Sep 16 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 15:39 | 17:21 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 17 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | B38M | 16:27 | 18:10 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 15:34 | 17:12 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 15:37 | 17:16 | Arrived |
| Sun, Sep 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Mon, Sep 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 15:43 | 17:22 | En route |
| Tue, Sep 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Gold Coast (OOL) | 738 | 15:20 | 17:25 | Scheduled |
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VA749 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA749 is 87% (Late on average 20 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 1 minute).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
87%
Late on average 20 minutes
Early
0%
On time
87%
30 mins late
10%
60 mins late
3%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
2%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97%
Early on average 1 minute
Early
70%
On time
27%
30 mins late
3%
60 mins late
0%
90 mins late
0%
Cancelled
2%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va749?
Flight va749 has departed (status: En route). Departure 15:43, estimated arrival 17:22 (updated Sep 21, 2026).Is flight va749 on time today?
Flight va749 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 15:43 and is estimated to arrive at 17:22.Has flight va749 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va749 is scheduled to depart at 15:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:43, and the current status is En route (updated Sep 21, 2026).When is flight va749 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va749 is scheduled to arrive at 17:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 17:22. Status is En route as of Sep 21, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va749?
For flight va749, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 8. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va749?
After arrival, baggage for flight va749 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 va749 fly?
Flight va749 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Gold Coast (OOL). Typical flight time is about 2 hours 5 minutes; operating days may include Monday.How can I check real-time status for flight va749?
Track flight va749 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 va749 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va749 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, updated Sep 21, 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 va749 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va749 has departed from Melbourne (MEL) at 15:43 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight va749?
Flight va749 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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