Virgin Australia
VA826 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA826 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 9, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). The flight is expected to depart at 09:30 and land at 10:40
Thu, Oct 8
Fri, Oct 9
Sat, Oct 10
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 14m late
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A34
Arrival Gate
7
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
13
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A42
Arrival Gate
8
Baggage
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VA826 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA826 flight flying from Sydney to Melbourne on 10/9/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 128 seats.
Boeing 737
Punctuality (Departure)
63
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
18 minutes
Age
16y, 4m
Seats
128
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 64% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Meal included
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA826
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA826 flight departed on Thu, Oct 8 from SYD at approximately 10:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 11:19.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 4 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 09:46 | 11:01 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 09:56 | 11:06 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 6 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Wed, Oct 7 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Thu, Oct 8 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 10:03 | 11:19 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 09:30 | 10:40 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 10 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 737 | 09:30 | 11:05 | Scheduled |
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VA826 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA826 is 63% (Late on average 37 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 18 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
37 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
20
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
18 minutes
Early
30
%
On time
53
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
2
%
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Flight FAQs
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What is the current status of flight va826?
Flight va826 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 09:30, arrival 11:05 (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
Is flight va826 on time today?
Flight va826 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 09:30, with arrival at 11:05. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport. -
Has flight va826 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va826 is scheduled to depart at 09:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 09:30, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 9, 2026). -
When is flight va826 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va826 is scheduled to arrive at 11:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 10:40. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 9, 2026. -
What is the gate information for flight va826?
For flight va826, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A32. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security. -
What is the baggage carousel number for flight va826?
After arrival, baggage for flight va826 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 va826 fly?
Flight va826 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. -
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If flight va826 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va826 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, updated Oct 9, 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 va826 departed from Sydney?
Flight va826 has not departed from Sydney (SYD) yet and is currently on schedule for 09:30. -
What is the seat configuration for flight va826?
Flight va826 usually flies a Boeing 737 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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