Virgin Australia VA853 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA853 from Melbourne to Sydney (MEL–SYD): Flight VA853 has safely landed at Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) at 16:47 (local time). Arrival was about 22m late.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
8
Arrival Gate
34
Baggage
D1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 22m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
--
Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
38
Baggage
D1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
13
Arrival Gate
45
Baggage
--
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Sydney (SYD)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 12:35
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5m early
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VA853 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA853 flight flying from Melbourne to Sydney on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 18y, 2m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
67
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
83
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Age
18y, 2m
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 47% 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 60% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA853
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA853 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from MEL at approximately 15:26. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 16:35.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 73H | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 737 | 15:11 | 16:15 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 15:12 | 16:16 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 15:08 | 16:09 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 15:26 | 16:35 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 15:29 | 16:47 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 15:00 | 16:25 | Scheduled |
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VA853 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA853 is 67% (Late on average 33 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 83% (Late on average 17 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
67
%
Late on average
33 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
67
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
83
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
7
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va853?
Flight va853 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 16:47 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va853 on time today?
Flight va853 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 16:47; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va853 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va853 is scheduled to depart at 15:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 15:29, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va853 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va853 is scheduled to arrive at 16:25. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 16:47. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va853?
For flight va853, the departure terminal is T3 and the boarding gate is 2. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va853?
After arrival, baggage for flight va853 is expected at carousel D1 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va853 fly?
Flight va853 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va853?
Track flight va853 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 va853 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va853 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 va853 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va853 has already left Melbourne and completed its journey. Departure was 15:29; actual arrival 16:47.What is the seat configuration for flight va853?
Flight va853 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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