Virgin Australia VA870 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA870 from Sydney to Melbourne (SYD–MEL): Flight VA870 has safely landed at Melbourne Airport (MEL) at 19:41 (local time). Arrival was about 36m late.
Fri, Oct 30
Sun, Nov 1
Mon, Nov 2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 10m late
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A38
Arrival Gate
2
Baggage
1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 36m late
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A39
Arrival Gate
4
Baggage
1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A38
Arrival Gate
6
Baggage
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VA526
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Gold Coast (OOL)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 16:50
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29m late
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VA870 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA870 flight flying from Sydney to Melbourne on 11/1/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737 MAX 8. This aircraft has been in service for 4m. The aircraft is equipped with 177 seats.
Boeing 737 MAX 8
Punctuality (Departure)
73
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Late on average
3 minutes
Age
4m
Seats
177
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
76 cm
More legroom than on 17% 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
94 cm
Legroom
53 cm
Seat width better than on 47% of flights
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
On-demand entertainment
Wi-Fi is available
USB port and power outlet
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
110°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA870
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA870 flight departed on Fri, Oct 30 from SYD at approximately 18:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in MEL at 19:15.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Mon, Oct 26 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 737 | 17:45 | 18:56 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 737 | 17:42 | 18:58 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 737 | 17:34 | 18:38 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 737 | 17:43 | 18:53 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 738 | 18:03 | 19:15 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | B38M | 18:30 | 19:41 | Arrived |
| Mon, Nov 2 | Sydney (SYD) | Melbourne (MEL) | 737 | 17:30 | 19:05 | Scheduled |
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VA870 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA870 is 73% (Late on average 24 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Late on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
73
%
Late on average
24 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
23
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
2
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Late on average
3 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
47
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
2
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va870?
Flight va870 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 19:41 (updated Nov 1, 2026).Is flight va870 on time today?
Flight va870 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 19:41; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va870 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va870 is scheduled to depart at 17:30. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:30, and the current status is Arrived (updated Nov 1, 2026).When is flight va870 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va870 is scheduled to arrive at 19:05. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 19:41. Status is Arrived as of Nov 1, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va870?
For flight va870, the departure terminal is T2 and the boarding gate is A39. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va870?
After arrival, baggage for flight va870 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 va870 fly?
Flight va870 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Melbourne (MEL). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Sunday.How can I check real-time status for flight va870?
Track flight va870 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 va870 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va870 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Nov 1, 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 va870 departed from Sydney?
Flight va870 has already left Sydney and completed its journey. Departure was 18:30; actual arrival 19:41.What is the seat configuration for flight va870?
Flight va870 usually flies a Boeing 737 MAX 8 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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