Virgin Australia VA838 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA838 from Sydney to Melbourne (SYD–MEL): Flight VA838 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 13:18 (local time). Arrival was about 17m early.
Wed, Oct 21
Thu, Oct 22
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A31
Arrival Gate
11
Baggage
1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 17m early
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A34
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A41
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
--
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VA920
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Brisbane (BNE)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 10:10
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14m late
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VA838 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA838 flight flying from Sydney to Melbourne on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 14y, 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
87
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Age
14y, 4m
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 49% of flights
43 cm
Seat width better than on 4% of flights
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 61% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA838
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA838 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from SYD at approximately 12:17. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 13:23.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:27 | 13:31 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 12:26 | 13:31 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:19 | 13:25 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 12:14 | 13:24 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:17 | 13:23 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:12 | 13:18 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 12:00 | 13:35 | Scheduled |
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VA838 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA838 is 73% (Late on average 34 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 87% (Late on average 11 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
13
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
87
%
Late on average
11 minutes
Early
70
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
3
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
10
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va838?
Flight va838 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 13:18 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va838 on time today?
Flight va838 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 13:18; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va838 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va838 is scheduled to depart at 12:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 12:12, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va838 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va838 is scheduled to arrive at 13:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 13:18. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va838?
For flight va838, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A34. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va838?
After arrival, baggage for flight va838 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 va838 fly?
Flight va838 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va838?
Track flight va838 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 va838 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va838 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 22, 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 va838 departed from Sydney?
Flight va838 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 12:12; actual arrival 13:18.What is the seat configuration for flight va838?
Flight va838 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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