Virgin Australia VA973 Flight status
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA973 flight operated by Virgin Australia on Oct 22, 2026 is scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Brisbane (BNE). The flight is expected to depart at 18:00 (local time in Sydney, UTC+11) and land at 18:11 (local time in Brisbane, UTC+10)
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 2m late
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A33
Arrival Gate
47
Baggage
6
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A32
Arrival Gate
38
Baggage
6
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A45
Arrival Gate
40A
Baggage
6
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Cairns (CNS)
Sydney (SYD)
Sydney (SYD)
Scheduled: 15:05
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6m late
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VA973 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA973 flight flying from Sydney to Brisbane on 10/22/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y, 8m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
63
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
90
%
Late on average
8 minutes
Age
15y, 8m
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 39% 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 61% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA973
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA973 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from SYD at approximately 18:24. This flight is expected to arrrive in BNE at 18:32.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sat, Oct 17 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | 738 | 18:13 | 18:31 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | 738 | 18:41 | 18:47 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | B38M | 19:12 | 19:23 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | B38M | 18:25 | 18:31 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | 738 | 18:24 | 18:32 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | 738 | 18:00 | 18:11 | Scheduled |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | B38M | 18:00 | 18:30 | Scheduled |
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VA973 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA973 is 63% (Late on average 29 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 90% (Late on average 8 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
63
%
Late on average
29 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
33
%
60 mins late
3
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
90
%
Late on average
8 minutes
Early
27
%
On time
63
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va973?
Flight va973 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure 18:00, arrival 18:30 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight va973 on time today?
Flight va973 has not departed yet and is currently on schedule. Scheduled departure is 18:00, with arrival at 18:30. Recheck gate and timing before you head to the airport.Has flight va973 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va973 is scheduled to depart at 18:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 18:00, and the current status is Scheduled (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight va973 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va973 is scheduled to arrive at 18:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 18:11. Status is Scheduled as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va973?
For flight va973, 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 va973?
After arrival, baggage for flight va973 is expected at carousel 6 in terminal D. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va973 fly?
Flight va973 is operated by Virgin Australia from Sydney (SYD) to Brisbane (BNE). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 30 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight va973?
Track flight va973 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 va973 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va973 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Scheduled, 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 va973 departed from Sydney?
Flight va973 has not departed from Sydney (SYD) yet and is currently on schedule for 18:00.What is the seat configuration for flight va973?
Flight va973 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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