Virgin Australia VA873 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA873 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Nov 11, 2026, scheduled to fly from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD), has experienced a change in flight status: the originally scheduled departure time has been delayed, and the new departure time is 19:09 , with a new arrival time of 20:11 . Trip.com will continue to keep you updated on the latest flight status.
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1m early
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
10
Arrival Gate
34
Baggage
D1
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Delayed
Your flight is about 1h 24m late
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
2
Arrival Gate
A43
Baggage
D1
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 25m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
14
Arrival Gate
33
Baggage
--
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VA284
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Canberra (CBR)
Melbourne (MEL)
Melbourne (MEL)
Scheduled: 20:10
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3m late
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VA873 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA873 flight flying from Melbourne to Sydney on 11/11/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 11y. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
50
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
50
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Age
11y
Seats
176
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi (additional charge)
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 50% 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 available
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 VA873
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA873 flight departed on Sun, Nov 8 from MEL at approximately 18:05. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 19:09.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Thu, Oct 29 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 19:53 | 20:55 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:39 | 19:45 | Arrived |
| Thu, Nov 5 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 17:59 | 19:12 | Arrived |
| Fri, Nov 6 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:58 | 19:04 | Arrived |
| Sun, Nov 8 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 18:05 | 19:09 | Arrived |
| Wed, Nov 11 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 19:09 | 20:11 | Delayed |
| Thu, Nov 12 | Melbourne (MEL) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 17:45 | 19:10 | Scheduled |
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VA873 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA873 is 50% (Late on average 51 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 50% (Late on average 34 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
50
%
Late on average
51 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
50
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
17
%
90 mins late
17
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
50
%
Late on average
34 minutes
Early
33
%
On time
17
%
30 mins late
17
%
60 mins late
17
%
90 mins late
17
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va873?
Flight va873 is delayed by about 84 minutes (status: Delayed). Latest estimated departure/arrival: 19:09 / 20:11 (updated Nov 11, 2026).Is flight va873 on time today?
Flight va873 is delayed by about 84 minutes (status: Delayed). The latest estimated departure/arrival times are 19:09 / 20:11. Watch for gate changes.Has flight va873 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va873 is scheduled to depart at 17:45. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:09, and the current status is Delayed (updated Nov 11, 2026).When is flight va873 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va873 is scheduled to arrive at 19:10. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 20:11. Status is Delayed as of Nov 11, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va873?
For flight va873, 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 va873?
After arrival, baggage for flight va873 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 va873 fly?
Flight va873 is operated by Virgin Australia from Melbourne (MEL) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 25 minutes; operating days may include Wednesday.How can I check real-time status for flight va873?
Track flight va873 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 va873 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va873 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Delayed, updated Nov 11, 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 va873 departed from Melbourne?
Flight va873 has not left Melbourne (MEL) yet and is delayed by about 84 minutes. Latest estimated departure: 19:09.What is the seat configuration for flight va873?
Flight va873 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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