Virgin Australia VA816 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA816 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 13, 2026, flying from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL), departed at 08:41 and is expected to arrive at 09:57 and land at Melbourne Airport (MEL)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 19m late
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A35
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
1
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En route
Your flight has departed Sydney and is expected to arrive in Melbourne at 09:57.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A35
Arrival Gate
3
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A32
Arrival Gate
1
Baggage
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VA816 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA816 flight flying from Sydney to Melbourne on 11/13/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 11y, 10m. The aircraft is equipped with Up to 182 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Late on average
0 minutes
Age
11y, 10m
Seats
Up to 182
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 57% 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
97 cm
More legroom than on 71% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width better than on 29% of flights
108°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA816
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA816 flight departed on Thu, Nov 12 from SYD at approximately 08:50. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 09:54.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Nov 8 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 08:07 | 09:15 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 9 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 08:31 | 09:38 | Arrived |
| Tue, Nov 10 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 08:12 | 09:32 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 08:25 | 09:46 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 08:50 | 09:54 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 13 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 08:41 | 09:57 | En route |
| Sat, Nov 14 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 08:00 | 09:35 | Scheduled |
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VA816 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA816 is 73% (Late on average 22 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 0 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
22 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
27
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
5
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
0 minutes
Early
53
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
5
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va816?
Flight va816 has departed (status: En route). Departure 08:41, estimated arrival 09:57 (updated Nov 13, 2026).Is flight va816 on time today?
Flight va816 has already departed (status: En route). It took off at 08:41 and is estimated to arrive at 09:57.Has flight va816 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va816 is scheduled to depart at 08:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 08:41, and the current status is En route (updated Nov 13, 2026).When is flight va816 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va816 is scheduled to arrive at 09:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 09:57. Status is En route as of Nov 13, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va816?
For flight va816, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A35. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va816?
After arrival, baggage for flight va816 is expected at carousel 1 in terminal T3. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va816 fly?
Flight va816 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va816?
Track flight va816 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 va816 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va816 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (En route, 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 va816 departed from Sydney?
Flight va816 has departed from Sydney (SYD) at 08:41 (status: En route).What is the seat configuration for flight va816?
Flight va816 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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