Virgin Australia VA986 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest update for Virgin Australia flight VA986 from Brisbane to Sydney (BNE–SYD): Flight VA986 has safely landed at Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) at 22:06 (local time). Arrival was about 26m late.
Sun, Oct 18
Fri, Oct 23
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 12m early
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
40B
Arrival Gate
33
Baggage
D2
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 26m late
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
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Boarding Gate
48
Arrival Gate
38
Baggage
D2
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VA454
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Darwin (DRW)
Brisbane (BNE)
Brisbane (BNE)
Scheduled: 18:25
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17m late
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VA986 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA986 flight flying from Brisbane to Sydney on 10/23/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 16y, 6m. The aircraft is equipped with 176 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
60
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
80
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Age
16y, 6m
Seats
176
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 35% 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 49% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA986
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA986 flight departed on Sun, Oct 18 from BNE at approximately 19:11. This flight is expected to arrrive in SYD at 21:28.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 4 | Brisbane (BNE) | Sydney (SYD) | B38M | 19:25 | 21:42 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 5 | Brisbane (BNE) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 19:25 | 21:39 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 9 | Brisbane (BNE) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 19:36 | 21:55 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 11 | Brisbane (BNE) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 19:26 | 21:41 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Brisbane (BNE) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 19:15 | 21:24 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Brisbane (BNE) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 19:11 | 21:28 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Brisbane (BNE) | Sydney (SYD) | 738 | 19:53 | 22:06 | Arrived |
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VA986 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA986 is 60% (Late on average 26 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 80% (Late on average 13 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
60
%
Late on average
26 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
60
%
30 mins late
40
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
80
%
Late on average
13 minutes
Early
37
%
On time
43
%
30 mins late
10
%
60 mins late
7
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va986?
Flight va986 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 22:06 (updated Oct 23, 2026).Is flight va986 on time today?
Flight va986 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 22:06; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight va986 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va986 is scheduled to depart at 19:05. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 19:53, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 23, 2026).When is flight va986 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va986 is scheduled to arrive at 21:40. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 22:06. Status is Arrived as of Oct 23, 2026.What is the gate information for flight va986?
For flight va986, the departure terminal is D and the boarding gate is 48. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight va986?
After arrival, baggage for flight va986 is expected at carousel D2 in terminal T2. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight va986 fly?
Flight va986 is operated by Virgin Australia from Brisbane (BNE) to Sydney (SYD). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Friday.How can I check real-time status for flight va986?
Track flight va986 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 va986 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va986 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 23, 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 va986 departed from Brisbane?
Flight va986 has already left Brisbane and completed its journey. Departure was 19:53; actual arrival 22:06.What is the seat configuration for flight va986?
Flight va986 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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