Virgin Australia
VA8002 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA8002 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Sep 6, 2026 is scheduled to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 23:20 (local time in San Francisco, UTC-7) and land at 07:21 (local time in Melbourne, UTC+10)
Sat, Sep 5
Sun, Sep 6
Mon, Sep 7
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En route
Your flight has departed San Francisco and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 07:56.
15h 55m
Check-in Counter
AISLE 3
Boarding Gate
G1
Arrival Gate
12
Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
15h 55m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
G1
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
15h 55m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
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Arrival Gate
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Baggage
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VA8002 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA8002 flight flying from San Francisco to Melbourne on 9/6/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 787-9. This aircraft has been in service for 1y, 1m. The aircraft is equipped with 252 seats.
Boeing 787-9
Punctuality (Departure)
3
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Age
1y, 1m
Seats
252
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
81 cm
Legroom
--
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
198 cm
Legroom
52 cm
Seat width
180°
Reclining Angle
Fully reclinable
1-2-1
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Seatback entertainment system
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
89 cm
Legroom
44 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
2-3-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA8002
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA8002 flight departed on Sat, Sep 5 from SFO at approximately 23:55. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 07:56.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Sep 1 | San Francisco (SFO) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:18 | 08:10 | Arrived |
| Wed, Sep 2 | San Francisco (SFO) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:17 | 08:19 | Arrived |
| Thu, Sep 3 | San Francisco (SFO) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:27 | 08:09 | Arrived |
| Fri, Sep 4 | San Francisco (SFO) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 00:27 | 08:39 | Arrived |
| Sat, Sep 5 | San Francisco (SFO) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 23:55 | 07:56 | En route |
| Sun, Sep 6 | San Francisco (SFO) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 23:20 | 07:21 | Scheduled |
| Mon, Sep 7 | San Francisco (SFO) | Melbourne (MEL) | 789 | 23:20 | 08:15 | Scheduled |
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VA8002 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA8002 is 3% (Late on average 59 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 7 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
3
%
Late on average
59 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
3
%
30 mins late
43
%
60 mins late
47
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
7 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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What is the current status of flight va8002?
Flight va8002 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 23:20, arrival 08:15 (updated Sep 6, 2026). -
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Flight va8002 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 23:20, with arrival at 08:15. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight va8002 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va8002 is scheduled to depart at 23:20. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 23:20, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Sep 6, 2026). -
When is flight va8002 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va8002 is scheduled to arrive at 08:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:21. Status is Scheduled as of Sep 6, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight va8002?
For flight va8002, the departure terminal is I and the boarding gate is G1. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What route does flight va8002 fly?
Flight va8002 is operated by Virgin Australia from San Francisco (SFO) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 15 hours 55 minutes; operating days may include Sunday. -
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If flight va8002 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va8002 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Sep 6, 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 va8002 departed from San Francisco?
Flight va8002 has not departed from San Francisco (SFO) yet and is currently on schedule for 23:20. -
What is the seat configuration for flight va8002?
Flight va8002 usually flies a Boeing 787-9 with seat layout 3-3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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