Virgin Australia VA989 Flight status
According to real-time data from Trip.com, flight VA989, operated by Virgin Australia and scheduled to fly from Sydney (SYD to Brisbane (BNE), has been cancelled. Please contact the airline or airport counter for the latest information.
Thu, Oct 29
Fri, Oct 30
Sun, Nov 1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 1h 26m late
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A39
Arrival Gate
47
Baggage
6
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Cancelled
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Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
--
Arrival Gate
50
Baggage
--
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 30m
Check-in Counter
12-23,46-49
Boarding Gate
A35
Arrival Gate
41
Baggage
6
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VA989 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the VA989 flight flying from Sydney to Brisbane on 10/30/2026 is operated by the aircraft model Boeing 737-800. This aircraft has been in service for 15y. The aircraft is equipped with Up to 182 seats.
Boeing 737-800
Punctuality (Departure)
56
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
88
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Age
15y
Seats
Up to 182
Flight Distance
--
Economy
Business
Premium Economy
In-Flight Services
None
Inflight entertainment is available
Unknown
USB port
Seat Information
79 cm
More legroom than on 38% of flights
43 cm
Seat width
100°
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 64% of flights
50 cm
Seat width
120°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
None
Unknown
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
86 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width better than on 38% of flights
108°
Reclining Angle
--
Seat layout example
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Flight History for VA989
Trip.com historical records show that the last VA989 flight departed on Thu, Oct 29 from SYD at approximately 21:51. This flight is expected to arrrive in BNE at 21:56.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 25 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | 738 | 20:29 | 20:39 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 26 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | 738 | 21:09 | 21:20 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 27 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | 738 | 20:41 | 20:59 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 28 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | B38M | 20:15 | 20:26 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 29 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | 738 | 21:51 | 21:56 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 30 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | JET | -- | -- | Cancelled |
| Sun, Nov 1 | Sydney (SYD) | Brisbane (BNE) | 738 | 20:00 | 20:30 | Scheduled |
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VA989 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the past 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of VA989 is 56% (Late on average 31 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 88% (Late on average 10 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
56
%
Late on average
31 minutes
Early
0
%
On time
56
%
30 mins late
31
%
60 mins late
6
%
90 mins late
6
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
88
%
Late on average
10 minutes
Early
50
%
On time
38
%
30 mins late
6
%
60 mins late
6
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight va989?
Flight va989 has been canceled (status: Cancelled). Contact Virgin Australia or your booking channel for rebooking or refund (updated Oct 30, 2026).Is flight va989 on time today?
Flight va989 has been canceled (status: Cancelled). Contact Virgin Australia or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options; if booked on Trip.com, use Manage Booking.Has flight va989 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight va989 is scheduled to depart at 20:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 20:00, and the current status is Cancelled (updated Oct 30, 2026).When is flight va989 scheduled to arrive?
Flight va989 is scheduled to arrive at 20:30. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 20:30. Status is Cancelled as of Oct 30, 2026.How can I check real-time status for flight va989?
Track flight va989 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 va989 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If va989 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Cancelled, updated Oct 30, 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 va989 departed from Sydney?
Flight va989 has been canceled and did not depart from Sydney (SYD). Contact Virgin Australia or your booking channel for next steps.What is the seat configuration for flight va989?
Flight va989 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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